Public Policy Manager Oncology

MSD Belgium; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Belgium is seeking a Public Policy Manager Oncology to lead external policy and public affairs in the Oncology field across Belgium and Luxembourg. You will shape policy, advance patient-centered solutions and foster partnerships to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and access to innovative healthcare.

You will build strategic advocacy efforts, interact with policymakers, patient groups, healthcare professionals, and academia, and collaborate with Medical Affairs, Market Access,

Qualifications

• University degree in science, pharmacy, medicine or health economics with strong interest in health care policy and advocacy environment
• At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, a health authority or governmental body
• Proven track record of advancing public policy initiatives delivering tangible outcomes through stakeholder management and advocacy
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and a strong existing network

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain deep understanding of oncology policy in Belgium and Luxembourg and translate insights into strategic priorities
• Inform policy discussions on oncology innovation to support patient access
• Design and lead policy and stakeholder engagement initiatives to show how innovation improves cancer care
• Build trusted partnerships with policymakers, patient organisations, healthcare professionals, academia and industry associations
• Represent the company in policy forums and working groups, bringing evidence-based perspectives and patient needs
• Connect external insights with internal cross-functional teams to develop impactful policies and initiatives

Skills

Public policy

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

University degree in science/health

Health economics

Law/Political science (asset)

Economics/Finance (asset)

Job description

Job Description

This role is part of the External Affairs department.

As Public Policy Manager Oncology, you will lead our Company's external policy and public affairs strategy in the Oncology field in Belgium and Luxembourg. You will be responsible for contributing to the policy environment, advancing patient-centered solutions, and fostering strategic partnerships that improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and access to innovative healthcare solutions.

Key activities

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the oncology ecosystem in Belgium and Luxembourg, including cancer policies, prevention and screening programmes, care pathways, reimbursement frameworks and emerging scientific developments, and translate these insights into strategic priorities.
• Help inform policy discussions on oncology innovation—including precision medicine, early detection, immuno-oncology and personalised therapies—to support timely, equitable and sustainable patient access.
• Design and lead policy and stakeholder engagement initiatives that demonstrate how innovation can improve cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and patient outcomes.
• Build trusted partnerships with policymakers, patient organisations, healthcare professionals, academia, industry associations and other stakeholders across the oncology community.
• Contribute to multi-stakeholder initiatives aimed at addressing unmet patient needs, reducing inequalities, improving care pathways and strengthening patient-centered cancer care.
• Represent our Company in relevant policy forums, industry associations and working groups, bringing forward evidence-based perspectives and the needs of patients and healthcare systems.
• Connect external stakeholder insights with internal cross-functional expertise to help develop policies and initiatives that deliver meaningful value for patients and society.
• Partner with colleagues across Medical Affairs, Market Access, External Affairs, and regional and global teams to ensure alignment.

Your profile

• University degree in science, pharmacy, medicine or (health) economics with strong interest in health care policy and the advocacy environment
• A degree in law, political science, economics/finance is an asset.
• At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, a health authority or governmental body
• Proven track record of successfully advancing public policy initiatives delivering tangible outcomes through effective stakeholder management and advocacy.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration
• A strong existing network

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in French, English and Dutch.
• Team player
• Strong collaborative mindset
• Creative, positive minded
• Robust storytelling and communication skills
• Customer-oriented mindset
• Good project management skills
• Partnering and facilitating skills to build strong and sustainable relationships, both internally as well as external
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Trustworthy and accountable
• Ability to generate innovative ideas/ solutions

Do you have a passion for healthcare, public policy, and improving patient outcomes? Are you motivated to contribute to the future of oncology through policy development, stakeholder engagement, and cross-sector collaboration? At our Company, our commitment to oncology is driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for people living with cancer, supported by an expanding and exciting pipeline with the potential to transform cancer care and improve outcomes for patients.

Required Skills

• Accountability
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Advertising Communications
• Benefits Strategy
• Building Partnerships
• Collaborative Leadership
• Collaborative Networking
• Communications Programs
• Communication Strategy Development
• Content Creation
• Cross-Functional Project Management
• Educational Materials Development
• Global Coordination
• Healthcare Delivery Systems
• Health Policies
• Liaison Work
• Marketing Coordination
• Pharmaceutical Policies
• Pharmaceuticals Marketing
• Policy Analysis
• Policy Research
• Project Leadership
• Project Team Management
• Public Health Research {+ 10 more}

Employee Status

Regular

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Job Posting End Date

10/21/2026

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Requisition ID

R419949