Manager, Senior Manager, Public Affairs

Lead Public Policy Engagement (PPE) activities to maximize the value of assigned products/therapeutic areas in Japan, contribute to shaping the external policy environment, and support the effective operation and execution of broader Public Affairs priorities and initiatives

Job Responsibilities:Maximize the value of products and platforms through public policy engagement with S&G, TA, medical, V&A and C&PTA etc.Create Public Affairs (PA) strategy for product based on OGSM framework and One Brand Plan, and executive PPE activities.Gather policy trends and insights from policy makers related to diseases and products, and reflect them in business plans.Execute public policy engagement to optimize health policiesDevelop and maintain the relationship with policy stakeholdersPromote PPE activities in Japan in collaboration with GPA counterparts and external stakeholders, such as think tanks and trade associationsSupport PA’ s dutiesConduct activities in compliance with internal SOPs and laws and regulationsBackground:Education:Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably a Ph.D., in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field. Skills and Experience:Language: Japanese (Native) & English (Business)Develop materials to complex issues to government and Novartis executivesProactive and solutions-oriented leadership of cross-functional and external partnerships that require leading without authority and adept management of complex stakeholder relationshipsStrategic mindset and experience processing new insights, external data, and complex information to not only maximize existing programs, but support the creation of alternative strategic approaches and systemsInterest or understanding of the policy-making process in Japan and trade association activitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build, problem solve, and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholdersKnowledge or Interest of relevant regulations and guidelines related to public policy engagementCollaborative and team-oriented ways of working required(Preferable) At least 5 years experience in pharmaceutical industry  (Preferable) Governmant/Public Affaris, Marketing, Medical, Development, Regulatory , Patient Advocacy, Consulting & Government Official background(Preferable)Experience in advocacy and lobbying for policy stakeholders Key performance indicators: Influence on priority policy agendasStrategic alignment with Novartis objectivesQuality of deliverables and insightsEffective project and process executionStrong stakeholder management