Government Affairs & Policy Senior Manager
About this opportunity
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com .
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
Communications & Corporate/External Affairs
Job Sub Function:
Government Affairs & Policy
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Panama, Panamá, Panama
Job Description:
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
We are searching for the best talent for Government Affairs & Policy Senior Manager for Panama.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages other Managers, Supervisors, and/or individual contributors in a matrix environment, and is accountable for conducting effective performance management and meaningful career development conversations.
Directs activities relating to implementation of new policies and initiatives within the Government Affairs department.
Collaborates with multiple departments to manage and maintain a coordinated, strategic policy agenda that prioritizes consumer health and the identification and management of health policy issues.
Conducts the implementation of organizational policies and/or procedure modifications due to changes to industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Delivers roadmaps and project proposals for government relations initiatives that aim to influence and encourage high priority health policies, such as trade association member outreach events and grassroots engagement programs.
Manages team performance through regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of exceptional services and engagement, motivation, and team development.
Responsible for managing operational aspects of their team (e.g., workflow, performance, and compliance), as well as ensuring achievement of team goals within established timelines and budgets.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Business, or a related field.
Significant experience in Government Affairs, Public Affairs, and/or Health Policy within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, ideally in a similar senior-level role.
Strong knowledge of the Cenca political, healthcare, and institutional landscape, with established external stakeholder engagement.
Proven ability to translate policy and government affairs strategies into tactical plans, execution, and measurable outcomes.
Demonstrated experience engaging with government authorities, policymakers, industry associations, embassies, and other key external stakeholders.
Strong influencing, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a complex matrix environment.
Results-oriented and hands-on profile, combining strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities.
People leadership and/or cross-functional leadership experience.
Fluent English and Spanish required.
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