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A Day in the Life

Medtronic is looking for a dynamic, strategic Communications Program Director to join the CEO Communications and Operations team . In this role you will help develop strategic programming and execute communications for our Chairman and CEO, articulating our business strategy and complex issues with key stakeholders, including employees, customers, government partners, the business community, healthcare providers, and patients.

We’re looking for a strategic thinker and collaborative team player with a proven ability to create and implement outcomes-based communications plans, strategies, and tactics that advance business initiatives.

This is a highly visible role that requires a proactive, forward-thinking approach and the ability to assess communications opportunities, understand many different audiences, and engage stakeholders in bold new ways. The successful candidate combines both strategy development and execution with a demonstrated ability to establish clear objectives and collaborate with all levels of the organization to create programs and content that generate meaningful outcomes.

Team is working hybrid in our Operational Headquarters in Fridley, MN, and position requires the ability to support occasional evening activities/work "off hours."

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Strategic Communications Leadership :

• Lead development of strategic communications plans, messages, and tactics to amplify high-profile CEO engagements, in collaboration with colleagues across the enterprise, including Global Communications and Corporate Marketing.

• Manage CEO thought leadership platform, including identifying/securing select opportunities with targeted audiences around the globe, while also developing key messages and proof points to ensure consistent framework around core enterprise strategies that are authentic to the CEO’s voice.

• Program Management :

• Lead multi-functional teams to design and implement comprehensive, integrated Marquee engagements around the world – strategically deploying the CEO to advance critical issues with government officials, deepen strategic relationships with select customers and partners, strengthen alignment with Medtronic leaders and employees, amplify the CEO voice / Medtronic brand with target audiences worldwide.

• Support the development and execution of major CEO meetings designed to align and inspire leaders and employees across the organization, including creating the CEO’s messaging and presentation(s), as well as partnering with other executives to build and deliver additional engaging and impactful sessions on the agenda.

• Content Development:

• Partner with team to create, edit, and/or review all CEO communications, including speeches, video scripts, emails/letters, quotes and other communications to Medtronic leaders, employees, and external stakeholders to promote, enhance and protect Medtronic and the CEO brand and reputation.

• Develop compelling presentations and talking points for speaking engagements that tell a story, reinforce the CEO’s thought leadership platform, and resonate with the targeted audience.

• CEO Engagement:

• Ensure the CEO is briefed/prepared for all engagements with internal and external audiences by partnering with outside organizations and internal leaders to create robust briefing materials, including highlighting key objectives of engagements, backgrounders on the organization / leaders /commercial relationship / etc. and other information needed to successfully participate in the meeting (incl. recommended talking points).

• For select engagements, serve as primary contact / staff to CEO.

• Measurement and Analytics :

• Use data-driven insights to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving continuous improvement.

• Incorporate feedback mechanisms and metrics into communications plans, and implement changes based on key findings that increase effectiveness.

• Collaborator :

• Serve as partner and mentor to other members of the CEO Communications and Operations team, helping coach them on writing, story development, and other work in support of day-to-day efforts, as well as ensuring all deliverable deadlines are met across the subfunction.

• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional business partners, including Operating Unit leaders, Regional leaders, Sales, Finance, Legal and Regulatory, Research and Development, Government Affairs, marketing and communications colleagues, and other subject matter experts.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• 10+ years of relevant experience (8+ years with an Advanced degree)

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as marketing, communications, public relations, policy, English, or journalism

• Master’s degree in business, communications, marketing, or related field

• Experience in the Office of the CEO and/or staff to Senior Executive leadership.

• Executive presence and ability to work with discretion

• Strong interpersonal and written communications skills

• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across a variety of functions and with all levels of management and employees

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and excel under pressure

• Experience in successfully navigating and executing initiatives in a global, matrixed, corporate environment

• Resourcefulness, flexibility, and ability to work in ambiguous situations

• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver communications plans and tactics with measurable outcomes, using multiple channels, including digital/social media

• Medical technology/medical device industry experience

• Familiarity/usage of AI tools

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$168,000.00 - $252,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic)

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (http://www.medtronic.com) .

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

We change lives . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That’s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.

We build extraordinary solutions as one team . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.

This life-changing career is yours to engineer . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will…

• Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world

• Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities

• Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning

These commitments set our team apart from the rest:

Experiences that put people first . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.

Life-transforming technologies . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.

Better outcomes for our world . Here, it’s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.

Insight-driven care . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.

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