Vice President, Corporate Affairs at RWJBarnabas Health – West Orange, New Jersey

Job Title: Vice President

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: Public Policy Ext Affairs

Req #: 0000238345

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $275,000.00 - $350,000.00 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.

Vice President, Corporate Affairs

Job Overview:

The Vice President of Corporate Affairs is a key executive responsible for supporting the organization’s external and internal communications, public policy and government relations, stakeholder engagement, labor relations and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

This role ensures the company’s interests are represented with stakeholders, aligns messaging with corporate strategy, and enhances the company’s reputation in the marketplace.

Reports To:

• The Vice President, Corporate Affairs reports directly to the Executive Vice President, Chief External Affairs and Policy Officer.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field required
  • Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in corporate affairs, public relations, government relations, or similar roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful communications and stakeholder engagement strategies
• Strong understanding of public policy, regulatory environments, and government processes
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage complex issues and crises with professionalism and strategic insight
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities
• High ethical standards and commitment to corporate responsibility

Essential Functions:

Strategic Communications:

• Support the development and implementation of comprehensive communication strategies that promote the company s vision, mission, and values to internal and external audiences

Government Relations:

• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, regulatory bodies, and industry associations
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business and advocate for the company’s interests

Public Policy & Advocacy:

• Lead efforts to influence public policy and regulatory environments in alignment with business objectives
• Prepare policy briefs and position papers as needed

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with key stakeholders including customers, partners, investors, community leaders, and media

Reputation Management:

• Monitor and manage the company s reputation
• Respond to crises and issues as they arise, ensuring clear and consistent communication with all relevant parties

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and planning
• Relationship-building and networking
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Project management
• Media and public speaking
• Collaboration and cross-functional leadership

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.