Executive Communications, Speechwriter

Job Title: Executive Communications, Speechwriter

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: Community Partnership

Req #: 0000213676

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $150,000.00 - $215,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Executive Communications, Speechwriter

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking an exceptional and strategic Communications writer to support the office of the CEO. Working alongside the Chief of Staff to the CEO this individual will craft compelling, high-impact speeches, talking points, op-eds, presentations, and both internal and external communications that align with the CEO's voice, the organization's mission, and its strategic priorities. The individual will also help craft standard language, messaging, and talking points for key leaders throughout the system. The candidate will help develop and standardize language used by key leaders as they prepare for speeches and events. The ideal candidate will be a versatile and diplomatic communicator, deeply attuned to the healthcare landscape, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, persuasive messages for diverse audiences.

Reports to:

• The Executive Communications, Speechwriter reports directly to the Senior Vice President, External Communications with a matrixed reporting relationship to the office of the President & CEO

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, Journalism, Political Science, Public Health, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of professional writing or speechwriting experience, preferably in healthcare, public policy, corporate communications, or government.
• Demonstrated ability to write in the voice of a senior executive or public official.
• Exceptional storytelling, research, editing, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of healthcare industry trends, terminology, and policy issues.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Deadline-driven, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Speechwriting & Messaging
  • Research, draft, and edit speeches, remarks, scripts, and talking points for the CEO for a variety of engagements (conferences, media appearances, town halls, board meetings, etc.).
  • Tailor messaging to fit audience, tone, and strategic objectives, maintaining consistency with the CEO's voice and the organization's mission and values.
• Strategic Content Development
  • Collaborate closely with the communications team, executive leadership, and subject matter experts to develop content that supports key organizational initiatives.
  • Write op-eds, bylines, and forewords for industry publications and high-profile platforms on behalf of the CEO.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Support executive visibility by preparing compelling narratives that engage internal stakeholders (staff, clinicians) and external audiences (policy leaders, media, partners, community).
  • Anticipate communication needs related to health policy, regulatory developments, organizational transformation, and crisis response.
• Media & Presentation Preparation
  • Help craft and implement a strategy to maximize messaging opportunities for the CEO
  • Prepare briefing materials and messaging guides for interviews, public forums, and media engagements.
  • Support development of multimedia presentations and visual storytelling to enhance executive presence.
• Communications Team Alignment
  • Work closely with external and internal communications team to cascade CEO message to leadership throughout organization
  • Support system-wide leadership communications efforts through aligned message development and curated communications process.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.