Global HIV Policy & Government Affairs Director

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme is seeking a Director to lead global public policy efforts for our HIV prevention program. You will develop and implement policy strategies, engage with cross-functional teams, and advocate for policies supporting prevention access and method mix choices.

The role requires a strong background in health policy and HIV-related public policy, with a track record of working in a global, matrixed organization.

Qualifications

• BS/BA required; Master’s degree in health care policy strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience addressing public policy issues, with HIV knowledge.
• Experience with government and NGO global public policy actors and processes.
• Excellent English-language written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage development and implementation of global public policy strategic plans in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Lead development of policy positions and stakeholder engagement strategies for HIV prevention portfolio accessibility and uptake.
• Collaborate with commercial, market access, medical affairs, outcomes research, and regional teams to address policy barriers and shape external environment.
• Coordinate with Global Public Policy management, Corporate Affairs, and other stakeholders across GBU and Global Franchise.
• Engage regional and country policy teams to provide strategic guidance for policy development and implementation.
• Ensure advocacy with public policy agencies is coordinated and effective.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including government, multilateral, NGOs and patient advocacy groups.
• Engage HIV prevention stakeholders including community orgs, public health agencies, and providers.
• Represent the company in external policy fora and industry events.
• Manage external consultants and policy development projects.

Skills

Public policy

HIV prevention

Health policy

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in health policy or related field

Job description

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme is seeking a Director to lead global public policy efforts for our HIV prevention program. You will develop and implement policy strategies, engage with cross-functional teams, and advocate for policies supporting prevention access and method mix choices.

The role requires a strong background in health policy and HIV-related public policy, with a track record of working in a global, matrixed organization.