External Communications Manager

Ascension

. Develop compelling written content and narratives communicating Ascension’s organizational priorities, impact, and progress .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,871 - $128,354 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills to create clear and compelling content. Proven project management capabilities overseeing complex, multi-stakeholder projects while aligning messaging across various functions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Exceptional Writing SkillsProject Management ExperienceStorytelling SkillsLeadership ExperienceCommunications Deliverables Development

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentEditingNarrative CreationData TranslationReport ManagementPresentation DevelopmentIntegrated CampaignsContent Performance TrackingStakeholder CoordinationMulti-Project Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAdaptabilityCritical ThinkingTime Management

Industry Keywords

Organizational PrioritiesExternal CommunicationsInternal CommunicationsMarketingThought LeadershipAudience-Centered DeliverablesStorytelling AssetsEmerging OpportunitiesStrategic ContentCohesive Messaging

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop compelling written content and narratives communicating Ascension’s organizational priorities, impact, and progress
Identify meaningful stories, milestones, data points, and proof points and translate complex information into clear, engaging content for external audiences
Participate in leadership calls and planning discussions; capture key priorities and messages and translate leadership direction into content briefs, communications assets, and actionable next steps
Identify trends, metrics, and insights that strengthen storytelling and demonstrate Ascension’s impact
Manage organizational reports, presentations, thought leadership materials, infographics, and other storytelling assets, partnering with designers on polished, audience-centered deliverables
Support integrated storytelling campaigns across media, executive visibility, LinkedIn, owned content, and other external channels
Partner with External Communications, Internal Communications, Marketing, clinical teams, and other functions to align messaging and develop cohesive content
Manage multiple projects, workstreams, timelines, and stakeholders
Coordinate contributors, reviews, approvals, and production; anticipate risks and dependencies; and keep deliverables moving against competing deadlines
Monitor organizational milestones, industry developments, and emerging opportunities to identify relevant storytelling angles
Track content performance, evaluate project outcomes, and apply insights to improve storytelling and communications processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
3 years of leadership or management experience preferred
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with demonstrated ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling content
Demonstrated project management experience overseeing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through final delivery, while balancing multiple projects, competing deadlines, and evolving priorities
Experience developing substantial communications deliverables, such as organizational reports, presentations, thought leadership materials, integrated campaigns, or other strategic content assets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Employer-matched 403(b)
Planning and hardship resources
Disability and life insurance
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare)
Tuition reimbursement
Ongoing professional development and online learning
Employee Assistance Program
Counseling and peer support
Spiritual care and stress management resources
Parental leave
Adoption assistance and family benefits
Optional legal and pet insurance
Transportation savings