Public Affairs Manager

Sanofi

Posted on 9 Sep

Experience

8 - 13 Years

Job Location

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy(Pharmacy)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Strategic Health Policy & Stakeholder Management and Diplomacy (40%)
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials and Key Opinion Leaders
  • Lead and execute policy strategies to accelerate diagnosis and create market conditions for broad access
  • Monitor and analyze new & upcoming regulations from health authorities
  • Develop innovative approaches for access and engage health authorities in patient management
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration to align public affairs strategies with commercial objectives
External Engagement & Market Access (30%)
  • Design and implement creative approaches for stakeholder engagement
  • Develop specific tools and materials for external engagement including policy narratives
  • Set up advisory boards with policy experts and build industry coalitions
  • Ensure Public Affairs and business strategies align with government priorities
  • Coordinate Sanofi activities and projects with relevant authorities
Patient Advocacy & Healthcare Environment (10%) Lead patient advocacy initiatives and develop innovative support programs
  • Analyze and present insights from the healthcare environment
  • Cultivate strategic partnerships with patient associations
  • Monitor and report on healthcare trends and policy changes
Project & Event Management, Reporting and Digital Innovation (20%)
  • Setup and maintain dashboards for ongoing activities and projects
  • Provide strategic guidance on reimbursement topics
  • Update teams on project progress and success
  • Ensure compliance with HSE policies
  • Lead digital transformation initiatives within public affairs
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Internal: All functional teams External:
  • Ministry of Health and health authorities
  • Government institutions and regulatory bodies
  • Research centers and universities
  • Scientific and disease societies
  • Patient advocacy groups
  • Healthcare policymakers

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Public Health, or related field
  • Minimum 8-10 years experience in healthcare, with 5+ years in market access/public affairs
  • Specialty Care experience is a plus
Skills & Competencies
  • Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
  • Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
  • Strong political acumen and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven track record in influencing policy changes
  • Proficiency in project management
  • Ethical decision-making with commitment to compliance
  • Fluency in English and local language

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Public Affairs Manager

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