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Teva Pharmaceuticals
Associate Director Government Affairs
August 8, 2024
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Associate Director Government Affairs
Date: Aug 8, 2024
Location:Kiev, Ukraine, 02081
Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals
Job Id: 57394
Who we are
Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.
About the Role:
Teva Ukraine is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Government Relations to lead our efforts in advocating for the company's interests in the public and political arena. This is a crucial role that involves developing and implementing innovative strategies to increase government awareness of our product portfolio and ensuring effective engagement with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, Ukrainian legislation, and strong experience in managing government relations within regulated industries.
Start Date: January 2025
If you are seeking new challenges and are ready to start a new chapter in your career from January 2025, we are waiting for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and implement strategies to increase government awareness of the company’s products and ensure successful government relations;
- Develop and advocate for legislative initiatives favorable to the company's growth;
- Monitor and analyze government policy, identifying opportunities to further the company's agenda;
- Provide strategic advice on emerging political and regulatory issues affecting the company;
- Develop and strengthen relationships with government officials, decision-makers, and key influencers;
- Ensure timely and accurate responses to legislative, regulatory requests, and public inquiries;
- Collaborate with internal teams on government-related issues and regulatory matters;
- Promote corporate positions with senior government officials and external audiences;
- Manage the company’s participation in professional associations related to health policy;
- Develop and maintain relations with media representatives to ensure transparency;
- Prepare reports and presentations on government interactions and their impact on the business;
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards in all interactions with state bodies;
- Implement crisis communication strategies in collaboration with the communications department.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in political science, Law, Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field;
- 10+ years of professional experience in a similar role within international or large national companies in the pharmaceutical, medical, or other regulated industries;
- Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and Ukrainian legislation;
- Proven managerial experience;
- Fluent in English and Ukrainian;
- Excellent strategic thinking and communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills at all levels of the organization;
- Highly motivated self-starter with a strong "can-do" attitude;
- Strong project management, risk assessment, and change management skills;
- Ability to prioritize a dynamic workload with strong attention to detail.
Special or Technical Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of the Ukrainian healthcare system, including government bodies and regulatory institutions;
- Understanding of GCP, GPP, and evidence-based medicine principles;
- Ability to find and interpret scientifically reliable medical information;
- Familiarity with ethical promotion rules and interaction with healthcare specialists;
- Experience managing regulatory projects and legislative changes;
- Knowledge of the "Affordable Medicines" reimbursement program;
- Ability to develop and deliver educational materials;
- Basic knowledge of marketing and pharmacovigilance.
Make a difference with Teva Pharmaceuticals
At Teva Ukraine, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s growth and success by shaping our interactions with government bodies and influencing legislation that affects the pharmaceutical industry. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of patients in Ukraine.
Already Working @TEVA?
If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so, your application will be treated with priority. You will also be able to see opportunities that are open exclusively to Teva employees. Use the following link to search and apply: Internal Career Site
The internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.
Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
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