Summary
the communications & patient advocacy sr manager will be responsible for developing and implementing an integrated 360 communication and patient advocacy initiatives for the key therapeutic areas.
they will also lead both internal and external communication activities and create meaningful strategies to help engage internal and external stakeholders such as patient advocacy groups, media, kols, scientific societies, policy makers among others, through diverse of channels.
hybrid
location: méxico, cdmx
about the role
key responsibilities :
* develop and implement comprehensive external communication and patient advocacy strategies that enhance the company's key priorities.
* act as a strategic business partner bringing to the life a predictive and enterprise mindset, data and trends approach, kpis and performance tracking.
* oversee the company's disease awareness campaigns and coordinate with marketing, medical and public affairs teams to ensure synergic alignment with overall business strategies and objectives.
* keep alive the ta conversation though the year in media and with patient advocacy groups through a compelling strategic and tactical plan planning and execution.
* manage agencies and other external vendors to secure maximum return on investment, impact measurement, operational excellence and business impact.
* management of internal communication plans and associate engagement strategies linked with the ta in partnership with the internal comms team.
* manage day-to-day strategic and operational business matters, including budget and resource allocation tracking; follow-up to third parties' agreements; create and implement the local communication governance and report to the local and regional teams the transfer of value expenses according to the timelines.
* deploy patient advocacy strategy in alignment with business and corporate priorities, ensuring integration of patient's insights / voice across the board.
* manage the implementation of communication policies, trainings and processes to ensure consistency of novartis brand position.
* participate in local relevant ta meetings acting as a key partner, advisor and developer for comms and advocacy strategies in line with the business needs.
essential requirements:
* at least 5 years of strategic and operational experience in communications, advocacy, ideally from a pharma background.
* bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations is required. Advanced degree is a plus.
* negotiation skills and budget execution knowledge is a must.
* excellent verbal and written communication skills (in spanish and english)
* ability to work independently and with peers at across functional areas.
commitment to diversity & inclusion:
we are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
why consider novartis?
helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future
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why novartis: helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
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division
corporate affairs
business unit
cts
location
mexico
site
insurgentes
company / legal entity
mx06 (fcrs = mx006) novartis farmacéutica s.a. de c.v.
alternative location 1
insurgentes (sandoz), mexico
functional area
communications & public affairs
job type
full time
employment type
regular
shift work
no
accessibility and accommodation
novartis is committed to work with and provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.