Bringing life-changing medicines to millions of people, Novartis sits at the intersection of cutting-edge medical science, innovative digital technology and you could play a critical role to prioritise business outcomes in a complex and evolving healthcare system. As Government Relations and Public Policy Manager you will support Novartis business units to shape the external political and government environment to accelerate patient access to innovative medicines and treatment options in Australia.
Jobs to be done:
• Lead government engagement and advocacy campaigns to accelerate patient access to medicines and to shape the broader innovative medicines environment.
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships with critical stakeholders including Ministers, Members of Parliament, Ministerial Advisers and Departmental Officials.
• Develop timely and informed public policy positions to support reform opportunities within the Australian healthcare system that will accelerate patient access to innovative medicines.
• Engaging with industry bodies, public policy think tanks, embassies and above market stakeholders to ensure Novartis medicines are appropriately valued.
• Partnership with key internal stakeholders to develop government affairs and policy priorities that support Novartis commercial and access objectives.
• Providing internal briefings, presentations and intelligence sharing with Novartis senior leaders to ensure Novartis can effectively shape the external environment.