Director, Global Portfolio Communications, Rare Disease, UPLIZNA
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Let’s do this! Let’s change the world! In this vital role, the Director, Global Portfolio Communications, Rare Disease, UPLIZNA is responsible for shaping global strategy for Amgen’s Rare Disease therapeutic area, with a specific focus on UPLIZNA for the potential treatment of three rare diseases. This position will support the Global Commercial Organization, specifically Global Commercial Capabilities and Therapeutic Area Governance teams in shaping and developing product communications strategiesin advance of product launches through lifecycle management.This role will report to the Executive Director, Global Portfolio Communications & Advocacy. It will be based in the US with the expectation of travel to Thousand Oaks headquarters, domestic and international congresses and key events.Key responsibilities will be:An integral member of Amgen’s “global with local” model, leading the development of global communications plans for UPLIZNA in support of successful market building, in-country launches and lifecycle management.Interact cross-functionally with a variety of teams, serving as a member of the Integrated Brand Team (IBT), providing input on ongoing strategy and approach.Develop communications toolkits, trainings and template materials for local country affiliates to customize and use locally.Drive global insights gathering activities related to communications, such as regional media advisory board meetings and social media audits.Work closely with the U.S. UPLIZNA communications team to pull through learnings and best practices for local launches and ensure consistent messaging and approach.Partner with Global Patient Advocacy on disease state education and elevating the patient experience.The ideal candidate will:Have a curious nature and desire to do things differently to best serve patients and the brand.Work collaboratively across functions and geographies, with an openness to diverse perspectives and experiences.Demonstrate knowledge of key communications trends and speak confidently about the value of communications.Navigate regional differences and priorities; manage many different opinions and perspectives; and lead through ambiguity.Translate business priorities to objectives, effectively communicating to others.Proactively foster and expand key stakeholder relationships across departments.Identify and recommend revisions to “Global with Local” model to optimize ways of working.What we Expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we see is a leader with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree and 4 years of Communications experience ORMaster’s degree and 8 years of Communications experience ORBachelor’s degree and 10 years of Communications experience AND4 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resourcesPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in international regions beyond the US and supporting local affiliates worldwide is highly desirable.Experience launching medicines, including outside of the US, is preferred.7-10 years of experience in Corporate Affairs related positions with increasingly progressive and impactful roles in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or other industry area with strong regulatory oversight is preferred.
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