System Director System Strategy

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

This is a remote position.

The System Director of System Strategy will support the development and execution of system-wide strategic planning processes and lead specific system-wide strategic initiatives, including supporting the development and implementation of the next strategic plan beyond CommonSpirit 2026. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of healthcare strategy, analytics, and partnership development, along with a commitment to our organization's values and faith-based mission. The System Director of System Strategy is a critical thinker and problem solver with strong written and verbal communication skills, who possesses a deep understanding of healthcare industry trends, strategies, scenario planning, and strategic analytics. This role requires a leader with experience and comfort interacting with and advising all levels of a complex organization, including executive teams and key stakeholders. The System Director of System Strategy must possess a high-touch service orientation toward matrixed cross-functional leaders and internal customers as well as an attention to detail and ability to drive initiatives to measurable results on-time, within budget, and meeting desired objectives.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Facilitate and support strategic direction and thought leadership for the system-wide strategic planning processes and initiatives in alignment with the organization's mission, strategic priorities, and desired brand positioning. Provide strategic advice and guidance to executive leadership on strategy development and execution, including strategic planning processes beyond CommonSpirit 2026.

Strategic Planning and Execution: Develop and lead the implementation of comprehensive strategic plans at the system level aligned with the organization's mission, vision, brand identity, and positioning, and long-term objectives. Collaborate with executive leadership and key stakeholders to identify growth opportunities, market trends, and strategic priorities.

Innovation and Technology: Leverage strategy, analytics, and approaches to accelerate performance and maintain a leading edge in strategy effectiveness and growth.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategy efforts with organizational objectives and strategic positioning. Engage with key stakeholders to advance the health system's mission. Operate internally and externally with a high-touch, customer service, and data-driven orientation.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and impact of strategic initiatives. Monitor financial performance and other relevant metrics to assess
the effectiveness of strategies and drive continuous improvement. Provide regular reports and analysis to executive leadership to inform decision-making and strategy development.

Integration and Change Management: Establish and oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives across the health system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational culture,
values, and goals.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to strategic planning. Identify and mitigate risks associated with strategic initiatives.

Work Management: Collaborate with a high performing team of strategy and analytics professionals. Facilitate and support the continuous improvement of the strategy function, optimizing culture, collaboration, processes,
technologies, and resources to enhance efficiency and effectiveness at the system level.

Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive, collaborative, results-driven, and innovative organizational culture, aligning efforts with the organization's values and future direction.

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Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, or related field. Master's degree preferred (or commensurate experience).
• Proven experience (minimum 5-10 years) in healthcare strategy and analytics, with a track record of success in driving growth and executing complex strategic initiatives.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

• A strategy-first mindset, with the ability to leverage strategic analytics to drive business results consistent with the system strategy.
• Strong understanding of healthcare industry dynamics, market trends, and regulatory environment.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies and initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, values, and faith-based identity.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, values, and faith-based identity, with a passion for improving healthcare delivery and outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior executives.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a large geographically distributed system and team.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to build, mentor, and coach a high-performing team geographically diverse team.