Director, Global HIV Policy & Government Relations

Msd; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits (401(k))

Job summary

MSD is seeking a Director of Policy Government Relations to drive global public policy for our HIV treatment portfolio. You will lead development and execution of policy strategies in collaboration with global franchises, regional teams, and external stakeholders.

The role requires 10+ years in public policy with strong HIV expertise, and fluency in coordinating cross-functional teams across global and local levels within a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of addressing public policy issues and strong knowledge of HIV policy
• Experience with government and non-governmental organizations in global public policy
• Experience in policy areas like market access, HTA, healthcare financing and patient access
• Excellent English-language written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global public policy strategic plans in coordination with cross-functional teams
• Lead policy positions and stakeholder engagement to support HIV treatment launch and access
• Collaborate with commercial, market access, medical affairs, and regional teams to address policy barriers
• Represent MSD in external policy fora and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure aligned advocacy

Skills

Public policy

HIV policy

Global health

Stakeholder engagement

Policy strategy

Communication

Education

BS/BA required

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

MSD is seeking a Director of Policy Government Relations to drive global public policy for our HIV treatment portfolio. You will lead development and execution of policy strategies in collaboration with global franchises, regional teams, and external stakeholders.

The role requires 10+ years in public policy with strong HIV expertise, and fluency in coordinating cross-functional teams across global and local levels within a hybrid work environment.