Are you passionate about shaping public affairs strategies in the healthcare industry? Do you have experience in building relationships with key stakeholders and policy makers? If yes, then you are the Senior Public Affairs Manager we are looking for.This position can be based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi under the Patient Access & Public Affairs (PAPA) department. You will directly report to the PAPA Director.If you are ready to make a difference in patients\' lives and contribute to our mission of defeating serious chronic diseases, read on and apply today for a life-changing career.The positionThe Senior Public Affairs Manager will hold key responsibilities for establishing, implementing, managing and driving affiliate-wide Public Affairs strategies and tactics. Responsible for aligning the Public Affairs (PA) strategy with local business priorities. Responsible for monitoring, shaping and responding to local external policies and regulations to support relevant business interests, while enhancing the reputation of the company with relevant stakeholders.Other responsibilities will include:

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with government representatives, regulatory agencies, public officials, payers and other key stakeholders
• Develop and implement partnership projects, public relations programs, activities, campaigns, events, and promotional materials; Liaise with functional or operational area managers to align public relations activities with business needs
• Monitor policy and political landscape in the country with respect to general healthcare trends, and other relevant issues impacting the company
• Lead the local policy shaping and advocacy awareness events including but not limited to leadership forums and policy roundtables
• Lead the corporate social responsibility and sustainability agenda in the affiliate

QualificationsTo be successful in this role, we are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in life science, or management/social sciences/economics/journalism/media. Post-graduate studies in Public Health, Health Policy, or Business Administration is a plus
• 6+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in the governmental healthcare sector (e.g., ministries or regulators)
• Professional experience in public relations and communication
• In-depth knowledge of the UAE healthcare ecosystem and key healthcare decision makers, with experience in establishing win-win partnerships between public and private sector
• Experience in delivering business objectives in alignment with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in analysing complex issues, utilising strategic thinking and implementing tactical plans

About The departmentThe UAE affiliate is a part of the Business Area Africa, Middle East & CIS Countries (BAMEAC), in Region Southeast Europe, Middle East& Africa (SEEMEA) and has shown exceptional performance. Patient Access & Public Affairs is a dynamic and diverse department consisting of highly qualified professionals. We collaborate cross-functionally to drive the organization\xe2\x80\x99s access agenda and ensure patients\' access to Novo Nordisk\xe2\x80\x99s innovative therapies while partnering with external stakeholders and health authorities.Working at Novo NordiskAt Novo Nordisk, we don\xe2\x80\x99t wait for change. We drive it. We\xe2\x80\x99re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and sales \xe2\x80\x93 we\xe2\x80\x99re all working to move the needle on patient care.ContactPlease click on "apply now" to submit your resume in English.DeadlineApply before 9 September 2024.We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we\xe2\x80\x99re life changing.

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