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Vice President, Member Solutions & Communications

Industrial Asset Management Council, Inc
Olathe, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/3/2025

SUNFLOWER ELECTRIC POWER COOPERATIVE

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Vice President, Member Solutions & Communications

MISSION and VISION

Sunflower’s primary MISSION is to build a stronger, brighter future by providing member-driven and world-class service.

Our VISION is Empowering Employees, Powering Members.

Position Overview

The Vice President reports to the chief executive officer and supervises the external affairs, member solutions, and communications teams. This role is responsible for leading the development and execution of Sunflower’s public image, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication with member distribution cooperatives, regulators, and the public.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • PUBLIC AND MEDIA RELATIONS
  • CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND ISSUES ADVOCACY
  • INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATION
  • BRAND AND REPUTATION MANAGEMENT
  • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
  • PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT AND REPORTING
  • SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS AND CULTURE
  • LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT TO CULTURE AND CORE VALUES DEVELOPMENT

As the Vice President of Member Solutions and Communications, you will shape and execute communication strategies that impact Sunflower’s member distribution cooperatives and their service territories. You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, and leveraging grassroots efforts to engage communities in support of providing reliable, affordable power to Western Kansas.

Sunflower seeks a candidate with a strong commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, and workforce development. You’ll play a key role in evolving Sunflower’s internal communications and corporate branding initiatives while also working alongside your team to drive economic development efforts that support load growth and provide benefits to both local communities and Sunflower’s customer base.

In this role, you will advocate for Sunflower’s members, actively monitoring and influencing policies related to power plant resources, electric transmission, and both state and federal regulations. You’ll also take the lead in crisis management, serving as the primary media contact during crises and ensuring that accurate and timely information is shared proactively with Sunflower’s members, the public, and key stakeholders.

Your leadership will empower Sunflower employees to engage with Sunflower and member communities through outreach programs and initiatives, strengthening Sunflower’s reputation as a trusted generation and transmission partner.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, business administration, or a related field.
  • 10 years of experience in economic development, communications, or a related field, ideally within the utility or energy sector.
  • Strong understanding of public policy, regulatory issues, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience in crisis management and community relations.
  • Proficiency in digital communications and social media.
  • RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

  • January 13 - Resume submittals due
  • February 5-6 - Likely date for virtual semifinalist interviews
  • February 26-27 – Likely finalist interview dates in Hays, Kansas
  • March / April – Successful candidate begins employment
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    800) 525-9082 - jgallo@mfpllc.us

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