About the Role
The company is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Lead for the Africa Middle East and Turkey (AMET) region, tasked with shaping the external public policy environment to foster growth in the Consumer Healthcare (CHC) business. The role is essential for aligning public policy advocacy with the company’s objectives, ensuring the strategy is informed by a comprehensive understanding of stakeholders’ needs and external policy landscapes. The successful candidate will strengthen engagement with key industry associations and local trade bodies to support the company’s growth ambitions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a public affairs & policy strategy aimed at expanding the CHC business in the AMET region.
- Identify and analyze key public policy priorities to drive business growth within the self-care sector.
- Provide timely updates to the AMET GM and relevant stakeholders on policy trends and developments impacting the business.
- Anticipate and plan for public affairs & policy trends that could pose opportunities or threats to the company, building actionable plans to leverage or mitigate these elements.
- Lead the development of position papers and statements regarding important policy issues, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders before external engagement.
- Cultivate relationships with key external stakeholders, enhancing the company’s influence and presence in the healthcare ecosystem.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business risks and capitalize on opportunities without compromising compliance.
- Build risk mitigation plans reflecting an understanding of government processes and stakeholders, and provide strategic recommendations to the CHC business.
- Stay up-to-date with industry changes through various channels, including trade journals, conferences, and collaborations with institutions like WHO and the African Union.
Key Working Relationships
- Directly liaise with the AMET GM and the extended leadership team.
- Foster strong partnerships with functions such as digital, marketing/categories, regulatory, finance, medical, and communications.
- Maintain relationships with industry associations and external stakeholders within the AMET healthcare landscape.
- Oversee third-party agencies or consultants to assist in achieving objectives.
Skills, Experience & Knowledge Requirements
- At least 8-10 years of experience in public affairs, policy, and market access with a proven track record in advocating for public policy.
- Deep understanding of the AMET healthcare ecosystem and experience working with governmental health policy ministries.
- Demonstrated success in public affairs initiatives and stakeholder engagement, particularly within the CHC or FMCG sectors.
- Familiarity with highly regulated environments, including national health authorities and organizations like WHO and NEPAD.
- An entrepreneurial approach to understanding consumer needs and leveraging growth opportunities in the AMET region.
- Ability to navigate a matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities amid complex and challenging situations.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
- Advanced degree in social and behavioral sciences is preferable.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of French, Arabic, or Turkish is an advantage.
Why Us?
At the company, you'll engage in purposeful work and have the opportunity to grow creatively within a collaborative and inclusive culture. We aim to make self-care simpler, which reflects in our work environment emphasizing teamwork, courage, accountability, and simplicity. Join us in our mission to put health in people's hands.
