Job Description

Career CategoryGovernment Affairs

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission--to serve patients--drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together--researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It's time for a career you can be proud of. Join us!

We are looking for a seasoned communication professional in MEA. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to lead the design, development and execution of integrated communication strategy across multiple countries in MEA where we operate in 11 countries. If you are looking for your next career step to drive internal and external communications that will elevate Amgen and its mission to serve patients suffering from grievous illnesses.

Your role overview: Leads, develops and executes internal communications strategy; provides a clear roadmap for consistently communicating with employees, so they will feel informed about strategic priorities, work environment, best practices and specific initiatives Defines what internal communications strategies are important to focus on, how and when they'll be implemented across countries/region and how they'll be measured to demonstrate value and impact to the business Interacts with internal stakeholders to proactively get insight and counsel on business/organization specific communication needs Leads, develops and executes comprehensive external communications and advocacy strategy for Amgen in the MEA region in alignment with global strategy that helps to build Amgen's reputation and position the company as partner of choice in the region. Builds and maintains an effective working relationship with key communications agencies Collaborates with internal stakeholders to regularly identify and prioritize business needs in terms of awareness campaigns, therapeutic area special events and employer branding activities. Works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that all content (print, email, website, intranet, social media) and promotions are consistent with Amgen s brand and narrative Support MEA leadership team on external engagement/thought leadership opportunities and pull through across different channels Support priority MEA policy initiatives through communications Teams up with internal stakeholders to oversee Amgen s employer brand recognition and reputation; understands the company s image and its value proposition; and acts to improve employee and customer experience continuously; establishes accountability for results with metrics, measures and monitoring; work social media effectively; and passionately lives up to their brand promise every day Oversees the planning and execution of communications in special situations to minimize negative effects and build reputation as a responsible corporation. Works with global Corporate Communications to provide communications counseling for issues/crisis management Develop a community engagement strategy that delivers clear benefit to Amgen and supports local communities in meaningful ways; develop programs to deliver the strategy

Qualifications and required experience: Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications or the equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of eight years of Communication or PR experience, ideally gained in biotechnology or pharmaceutical company Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills in English Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative team player with good cross-cultural adaptability Takes initiative and acts pro-actively, enthusiastically and creatively Demonstrated ability to organize and execute plans against objectives in a semi-autonomous environment while also working effectively in a cross-functional team Operational excellence: management skills, planning, prioritization, decision making, objective setting, meeting management and plan execution Ability to manage and align disparate cross functional/country resources Compliance and legal parameters for working with patients and external stakeholders

What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being. Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

Apply now for a career that defies imagination! In our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us! careers.amgen.com

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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