Head Public Affairs Indonesia

Novartis Farmacéutica; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Head of Public Affairs in Jakarta, Indonesia. This role involves developing public affairs strategies, managing external stakeholder relationships, and influencing policy discussions. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and extensive experience in public affairs, particularly within a multinational context. This position offers opportunities to shape the healthcare landscape and drive impactful initiatives.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Diverse team representation

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in public affairs or related field.
• Experience engaging with government stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to influence at senior levels and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cohesive public affairs strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Build relationships with key external stakeholders including governments and trade associations.
• Translate policy developments into actionable insights for advocacy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in Public Policy, Business, or Biosciences

Job description

Head of Public Affairs, Indonesia
#LI-Hybrid
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

The Country Public Affairs Head role is a cross-divisional facilitation, coordination and harmonization role at the local level to implement country public affairs strategy, build strong stakeholder relationships, shape the external environment to help expand patients reach. The PAH will work with stakeholders such as payors, customers, patients, governments and trade association to ensure Novartis is the most respected entity in the provision of healthcare.

About the Role

Major accountabilities:

• Develop and implement a cohesive public affairs strategy aligned with Novartis’ corporate objectives across all divisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders including government bodies, payors, trade associations, and patient groups.
• Identify and prioritize policy areas for external engagement and lead the execution of advocacy plans.
• Represent Novartis in trade and industry associations, contributing to policy discussions that shape a favorable healthcare environment.
• Proactively mitigate regulatory risks through direct engagement or in collaboration with industry groups.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Country President, aligning public affairs priorities with national healthcare agendas.
• Lead the Country Public Affairs Council to coordinate cross-divisional initiatives and ensure consistent messaging.
• Translate policy and regulatory developments into actionable insights and advocacy positions for Novartis.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and corporate standards, fostering a culture of integrity and inclusion.
• Communicate effectively within the organization to align public affairs efforts with business goals.

Work Experience:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Policy, Business, Biosciences, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in public affairs, public policy, or a related field, preferably within a multinational environment.
• Proven experience engaging with government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and trade associations.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at senior levels.
• Background in government service or experience working with ministries, embassies, or public institutions.
• High level of self-motivation and critical thinking with a proactive approach to driving the public affairs agenda.

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