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Public Affairs Manager Pharma
About the job
To drive Sanofi's public affairs agenda within South Cone by building strategic stakeholder relationships, influencing healthcare policy development, and advocating for patient access to innovative treatments. This role serves as the company's voice in governmental and policy discussions, ensuring Sanofi's position as a trusted healthcare partner while supporting business growth objectives and enhancing the company's reputation in alignment with Sanofi's "Play to Win" strategy.
Main responsibilities:
Develop and execute comprehensive public affairs strategies aligned with Sanofi's corporate objectives and "Play to Win" strategy
Build and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, policymakers, and key opinion leaders
Monitor and analyze policy developments that may impact Sanofi's business operations
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and approach to external stakeholders
Lead advocacy initiatives to shape favorable policy environments for market access and product launches
Represent Sanofi at industry associations, forums, and public events
Collaborate with regional and global public affairs teams to ensure alignment with broader corporate strategies
Manage public affairs projects and initiatives
Develop and implement public affairs strategies to support product launches and franchise priorities within the assigned geography
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with patient advocacy groups (PAGs) to understand patient needs and perspectives
Collaborate with franchise teams to identify policy barriers and opportunities that may impact product access and commercial success
Create stakeholder engagement plans to build awareness and support for new therapies among policymakers and key opinion leaders
Partner with Market Access teams to develop integrated strategies addressing policy and reimbursement barriers
Collaborate with PAGs on shared goals and initiatives that improve patient outcomes and access to treatments
Ensure all PAG engagements follow Sanofi's compliance guidelines and transparency requirements
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between PAGs and relevant internal teams
Support PAGs in their advocacy efforts through appropriate educational resources and capacity building
About you
In-depth understanding of healthcare policy frameworks and decision-making processes
Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry regulations and market access pathways
Understanding of patient advocacy landscape and stakeholder ecosystem
Strategic thinking and planning capabilities
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building
Project management and organizational skills
Analytical skills to assess policy implications
Political acumen and diplomatic approach
Adaptability and resilience in changing environments
Collaborative mindset for cross-functional teamwork
Ethical judgment and integrity
Results-oriented with ability to drive initiatives to completion
Cultural sensitivity and awareness
Proactive problem-solving approach
Qualifications
Education level/degree/certification: University Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, or related field, preferably Master Degree in Public Policies, Pharmacoeconomics, Healthcare Policy or Business Administration.
Previous Experience: 7+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or related field, preferably in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry
Language requirements: Fluency in Spanish and English
Pursue progress , discover extraordinary
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !
Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.
With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo)
As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live.
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