Director, Global Public PolicyThe Director is responsible for supporting global public policy efforts related to our Company's therapeutic area franchises addressing non-communicable diseases, with primary responsibility of leading development and implementation of public policy strategies in support of our Company's cardiovascular and metabolic (MASH and obesity) pipelines. In conjunction with the global franchise teams, cross-functional global teams, regional and country policy teams, the senior policy team, and the broader Strategic Access, Policy, and Communications team, the Director will help to develop and execute our Company's global plan in support of the cardiometabolic disease pipeline, including identifying, analyzing, and responding to public policy issues, developing and implementing our Company's therapeutic area policy strategy and proactive policy solutions, and advocating in support of our Company's strategic business priorities.
Education Requirements:
BS/BA required. Master's or graduate degree in a field related to health care policy strongly preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience addressing public policy issues and strong knowledge of issues related to non-communicable diseases or cardiovascular and metabolic (MASH and obesity) diseases, with at least 5 years within the global policy space preferred. Experience with and expert knowledge of government and non-governmental organizations active on global public policy issues required. Strong knowledge of global healthcare public policy processes including understanding the roles and influence of various stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to identify strategic priorities, work within a matrix organization to achieve policy goals. Experience managing consultants and budgets. Ability to work collaboratively and inclusively essential. Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
Required Skills:
Adaptability, Animal Health Care, Business Consulting Services, Case Management, Collaborative Leadership, Communication Coordination, Compliance Support, Employee Communications, EU Policy Making, Global Leadership, Healthcare Delivery Systems, Healthcare Policies, Health Literacy, Management Consulting, Multilateral Organizations, Noncommunicable Diseases, Patient Advocacy, Personal Initiative, Policy Development, Political Forums, Process Consulting, Regulatory Development, Spend Management, Stakeholder Analysis {+ 8 more}Preferred Skills:
- The primary location for this posting is:
- USA - District of Columbia - Washington DC (Pennsylvania Ave)
- Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.
The salary range for the primary location of this role is: $190,800.00 - $300,300.00We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
