Director, Policy

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead geopolitical and trade policy analysis and development of policy narrative to leverage business while collaborating with Global Public Affairs
• Gather and analyze geopolitical information to maximize Novartis business opportunities in Japan
• Identify prioritized policy issues to be addressed by Novartis Japan in collaboration with relevant functions (V&A, Development, Com & PtA and Regulatory Affairs etc.), develop and execute PPE strategies and action plans while aligning with CLT
• Oversee Novartis' trade association activities among functions and develop company strategies, policy narrative and action plans
• Develop Novartis policy narrative with V&A, Policy Comms and other relevant functions.
• Develop stakeholder mapping for policy activities and lead maintain the relationship with policy stakeholders
• Based on the priority of Japan Public Affairs, conduct PPE activities appropriately in compliance with local regulations and Novartis internal rules

Ideal Background:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferably (Ph.D) in Business management, Public Policy, Medical Sciences, Biology or science.

Skills and Experience:

• Language: Japanese (Native) & English (Business)
• Develop materials to complex issues to government and NVS executives (Word, PPT, and ECXCEL)
• Proactive and solutions-oriented leadership of cross-functional and external partnerships that require leading without authority and adept management of complex stakeholder relationships
• Strong understanding of the policy-making process in Japan and trade association activities
• Strong strategic mindset and experience processing new insights, external data, and complex information to not only maximize existing programs, but support the creation of alternative strategic approaches and systems
• Demonstrated project management skills, including prioritizing tasks, leading cross-functional stakeholders across a matrixed organization, and removing barriers to successfully lead and deliver on complex projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build, problem solve, and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidelines related to public policy engagement
• Collaborative and team-oriented ways of working required
• (Must) At least 5 years experience in Public Affairs and Government Affairs in healthcare industry
• (Must)Experience in advocacy and lobbying for policy stakeholders
• (Preferable) Consulting & Government Official background