Ksa Government Affairs Associate Director

3 weeks ago


Riyadh, Saudi Arabia AstraZeneca Full time

**JOB TITLE**

**Government Affairs Associate Director**

**ABOUT ASTRAZENECA**

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

**ROLE SUMMARY**

Build Strategic partnership with Government bodies through public-private initiative to support equally AZ Priorities ad well as Healthcare transformation in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030. Employs expertise to develop policies, programs and other initiatives that will support strengthening AstraZeneca reputation externally as partner of choice.

**What you’ll do**
- Supports or leads multiple Government Affairs projects to maximise the effectiveness of interactions with Governments bodies and government officials.
- Lead POLARIS implementation with Government bodies in KSA by working cross functionally internally and deliver on 4 strategic priorities work stream (R&D, Localisation, Innovation & Sustainability)
- R& D Collaboration - Work closely with Medical & R&D functions to carry out more complex research project focusing on mid-long term priorities in alignment with AZ areas of expertise
- Lead the development of our Innovation hub in KSA to provide Health tech solution supporting KSA aspiration to become a Life Science and Innovation Hub
- Develop our Sustainability agenda and become the pharma partner of choice supporting Saudi Greeen Initiative
- Prepares briefs and other documents aimed at influencing government and regulatory developments and channels these through a network of public sector contacts.
- Collaborates with other colleagues within Government Relations functions to share best practices, key contacts, intellectual capital, and emerging issues.
- Responsible for budgetary accountabilities.
- Develops responses to new legislative initiatives and emerging issues that could impact AstraZeneca.
- Ensures the brand strategies, market strategies and other functional strategies incorporate developments in the legislative and regulatory environment.
- Acts as an expert resource for brand leaders and other managers, helping them understand the impact of legislative and regulatory changes on their areas of focus.
- Builds networks with other colleagues within Government Relations functions to share best practices, key contacts, intellectual capital, and emerging issues.

**Essential for the role**
- Bachelor’s degree in Government Relations, Communications, or related field
- Experience in Government Relations
- Experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
- Comprehensive understanding of the impact of public policy and political influences on coverage, payment, and regulatory decisions
- Comprehensive understanding of the commercial pharmaceutical marketplace
- Proven Project Management skills

**Desirable for the role**
- Experience managing other employees and leading project teams
- MPH, MBA, or equivalent
- Knowledge and experience of managed markets

**Why AstraZeneca?**

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

**So, what’s next?**
- Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
- Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

**Where can I find out more?**

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