The candidate will be responsible for effective internal and external interactions to position J& J as a credible stakeholder to the Government of Philippines and shape the policies and legislations of strategic importance to J& J. This position will mainly lead GA& P work for J& J Innovative Medicine and J& J MedTech. They will represent GA& P function on the Philippines leadership team across the business sectors. The successful candidate will be outstanding in their skills in terms of demonstrating the ability;

• To craft the favorable policy environment towards a healthcare ecosystem that will recognize and reward the value of J& J innovation across the business sectors

To enhance the corporate reputation as a company's advocate, while accelerating the patients' better access to innovative medicine and medical technology.
Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Supervise and analyze the government's policies, regulations or legislations and identify issues that may impact the company
• Delivering high-quality and visually engaging content on policy and political analysis to the J& J business leaders
• Develop and completes the strategies and tactics to shape the policy in agreement with J& J's Philippines business across sectors (J& J Innovative Medicine, J& J MedTech)
• Provide advice and collaborates with business leaders on governmental issues, while leading crisis management and developing contingent strategies
• Shape government policies and decisions that are critical to business such as, but not limited to, pricing, reimbursement, regulatory, intellectual property rights, business practices and healthcare reform issues
• Closely work in collaboration with internal (global, regional and local) teams under the matrix organization
• Collaborate with the external partners such as government, policy makers, academia, industrial association, patient groups and NGOs
• Develop and implement the crisis management initiatives for the protection of the company's reputation
• Proactively engage in and contribute to broader J& J teams in Philippines, SEA Regional leadership, SEA, APAC and Global GA& P organizations in key initiatives

In addition to the above, the candidate would be

• Participating (where relevant) in APAC-level projects and collaborative initiatives
• Engage actively in worldwide GA& P projects, ad-hoc teams, or annual events

Required Professional Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of the political system and policy development processes.
• Experience in the health care industry, e.g. Good contact with both central and local healthcare authorities.
• Proven track record to master sophisticated regulatory and policy issues, and to translate them into clear and concise messaging and direct relevant to J& J businesses.
• Critical thinking, eye for business, strong analytical skills combined with critical and creative thinking
• Possess negotiations, professional writing, communication and project management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple projects under deadline pressure.
• Proven drive for results, empower and positively influence individuals both inside and outside of the organization.
• Phenomenal teammate who seeks to become an integral part of an industry-leading government and public affairs group.
• Strong organizational skills, adept at handling sophisticated array of projects/issues big being words if needed.
• Experiences in leading and influencing cross-functional teams of authorities
• Ability to interact with and brief senior executives in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish positive working relationships with colleagues and external partners.
• Working proficiency using IT applications relevant to the role, including knowledge of document sharing platforms and cloud-based services and virtual conferencing.

Expected Personal/Leadership Behaviors

• Operate as a role model by ensuring everything they communicate and undertake is consistent with the J& J Credo, demonstrating the leadership demonstrating and driving a culture of ethics and compliance in every aspect of work.
• Demonstrate high level of energy, sense of urgency, positive and proactive demeanor.
• Have ability to navigate and demonstrate sophisticated organizations through a collaborative, teamwork-based approach.
• Participate in and integrating closely within the local, SEA regional and APAC GA& P leadership teams.
• Have passion for innovation and for turning obstacles into opportunities.
• Demonstrate ability to influence and empower others in an engaging and inclusive manner.
• Demonstrate curiosity, result-orientation and self-awareness
• Demonstrate strong international, multi-cultural sensitivity and experiences.
• High sense of urgency, adaptable to meet constantly evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of professional experience- preferably in the healthcare sector
• Experience in working with political systems, policy issues, and government (Healthcare policy is preferred)
• Experience with analytical and creative approach to policy issues
• Proven coalition-building and external representation and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Bachelor degree required, Master is preferred
• Dedication to ethical business practices