AVP & Network Strategist

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The Assistant Vice President and Network Strategist, Business Development and Strategy is responsible for driving the development and implementation of planning processes that align with the Network’s overall strategy. Designs and deploys effective structures, tools, and methodologies to create consistent, high-quality strategic and business plans, and conducts comprehensive assessments of competitor activity, market trends, and internal performance. Collaborates closely with executive leaders and cross-functional teams to develop integrated roadmaps, facilitate organizational engagement, and support the launch and management of new services and business opportunities. Regularly prepares and presents executive-level analyses and recommendations to senior administration.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead development and implementation of planning processes within strategic framework
• Design and deploy structures, tools, and processes to ensure an orchestrated approach to planning aligned with Network strategy
• Develop methodologies for strategic plans, business plans, and analyses to drive consistent, high-quality outcomes
• Assess competitor activity, market dynamics, industry trends, and internal performance to support planning, strengthen organizational agility, and competitiveness
• Own planning stage for strategic projects, including inputs, deliverables, and decision timelines
• Collaborate with executive leaders across shared services and operational areas to build cohesive plans leveraging industry knowledge and strategic rationale
• Develop integrated roadmaps that synchronize functional plans with Network strategy
• Facilitate cross-functional engagement through forums, events, and other collaborative methods
• Drive complex Network strategic planning and business planning projects in partnership with senior leaders
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and timely execution
• Communicate strategic plans and analyses effectively to leadership audiences
• Build best-practice knowledge and skills across the strategy team
• Provide coaching, professional guidance, and foster high performance within the team
• Lead departmental initiatives as part of the strategy leadership team
• Represent the Chief Strategy Officer in meetings and other activities as requested

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting for up to seven hours per day, three hours at a time. Standing for up to four hours per day, three hours at a time. Requires occasional fingering, handling, and twisting. Occasionally requires lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasionally requires reaching above shoulder level. Ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and see as it relates to general vision.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, or related field required. Master’s degree in business or healthcare-related discipline preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10 years in health systems management, strategic planning, or business planning. Proven experience in cross-functional leadership and program management in complex organizations. Familiarity with health system operations and strategic planning processes.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.