Summary
This position is to serve J&J businesses in Taiwan by working with external stakeholders to shape the prioritized healthcare policies that are relevant to the company and the innovative healthcare industry, including but not limited to access and pricing, regulatory, IP, tax, supply chain and trade policies.
This role is primarily responsible for identifying the key policy areas important to business and for developing & implementing strategic external engagement plans in partnership with the business- and regional/global partners. The Taiwan GA&P Head will work proactively to shape the external environment and influence decisions by policy makers, government- and regulatory bodies, while partnering with business- and key functional leaders as well as industry groups in Taiwan. This leader will also need to partner closely within APAC region and globally to ensure our efforts in Taiwan is consistent with J&J global position and will the market effect on policies that support the innovation and patient access to innovative medicines and medical technologies.
The focus of the direct work scope will be for Innovative Medicine and will also sit on Taiwan’s Innovative Medicine leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and foster strategic stakeholder relationships with government and politicians, government agencies, industry groups and advocacy groups; Drive thought leadership and maximize J&J impact in shaping the external environment by ensuring appropriate representation in and engagement with trade associations, advocacy organizations, international forums and non-traditional stakeholders; Strategically build and strengthen J&J’s credibility externally and J&J’s seat at the table in key government initiative and discussions
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the drivers for each of the five key stakeholder groups: physicians, patients, providers, the payers and the policy makers; Contribute to the development of business sectors short and long-term strategy by providing insights on external landscape analysis from perspectives of government and policy impact; Prioritize government affairs and policy opportunities aligned to each sector’s business growth and in strengthening J&J’s reputation, based on deep understanding of business insights
• Provide advice to and collaborate with sector business leaders and key functional leaders on governmental issues to develop contingent strategies business and or crisis management; Monitor the internal and external environment to ensure corporate integrity is established and fostered consistently across the products and services, leadership and all operational aspects of the business.
• Proactively work with both internal and external stakeholders on all legislative and regulatory matters from policy development, interpretation and implementation that are relevant to J&J
• Establish strong working relationships and communications with business leaders and key functional leaders to ensure consistent alignment of goals and priorities in a collaborative, thought-provoking and productive manner; Maximize GA&P integration with business and other internal partners by facilitating discussions especially in challenged situations, and ensure sound corporate governance is achieved.
• Build a work environment that nurtures talent development, brings out the best in everyone, encourages culture of learning and continuously raising the bar in everything we do; Play a key role in talent development strategy in local and regional context and in mentoring GA&P talents within AP and globally; Demonstrate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) are prioritized.
• Develop a budget plan and implements budgetary control policies to establish financial accountability in Taiwan.
• As a key member on the APAC GA&P Leadership Team and the Taiwan local Leadership Teams, spearhead and lead special initiatives across the enterprise to further J&J reputation at local and regional levels.

Qualifications

Professional Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of the political system and policy development processes.
• Proven ability to master complex regulatory and policy issues, and to translate them into clear strategies and actions that are relevant to J&J businesses.
• High level of strategic thinking, business acumen, strong analytical skills combined with critical and creative thinking.
• Have extensive experience in formulating and leading significant issues management and government relations.
• Extensive experiences in leading and influencing cross-functional teams of experts, and ability to engage and influence senior executives in a clear and concise manner
• Be highly articulate, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working competency using IT applications relevant to the role, including knowledge of document sharing platforms and cloud-based services and virtual conferencing

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience
• Experience in working with political systems, policy issues, and government (Healthcare policy is preferred)
• Experience with analytical and creative approach to policy issues
• Proven coalition-building and external representation and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Mandarin and English
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master is preferred
• Commitment to ethical business practices

Personal & Leadership Behaviors

• Have strong leadership presence, outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent leadership and influencing skills, an established level of credibility and strong business acumen.
• Demonstrate a mature, adaptive and flexible disposition to credibly and effectively interact with a range of senior level executives across the global business and broader market segment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
• Have the ability to anticipate emerging issues of importance to the company and the sector, and to prioritize appropriately.
• Strong passion for talent development and driving the culture of DE&I across the organization.