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• Great Place to Work® Certified - 2024
• Competitive salary package, flexible work practices, award winning benefits
• Continuous training and development

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https: //www.jnj.com

Brief role intro…

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Professional Education and Development Associate will be leading and executing professional education & development strategies in line with country business objectives. The incumbent would also partner with internal and external key stakeholders to drive JJV’s Eye Health agenda in partnership with government institutions, Professional Associates, Optometry Academia, Universities and Eye Care Professionals. They would also build future capabilities to support business ambition and ensure the success of new product launches by supporting new product development programs, processes, clinical claims and ECP adoption program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and shape the eye health strategy, partnering with local Government, professional associations, Optometry Academy and Eye Care Professionals.
• Lead, Develop and Execute Professional strategy in line with country overall business objectives.
• Lead, Develop and Execute Professional strategy in line with country overall business objectives.
• Develop relevant education materials, tool kits, case studies, trials and ensure strong representation in professional publications along with independent speakers briefed to support new product launches.
• Leading member of the local Copy Clearance process to ensure all technical/clinical information in Johnson & Johnson Vision materials are factually correct and claims are fully substantiated for both internal and external communications.
• Develop strategic partnerships with Industry Associations, Academic Institutions, business owners, senior management, key customer accounts and key opinion leaders in shaping the professional environment and raising primary eyecare standards.
• Lead, develop & recruit Professional Affairs Consultants to partner Eye Care Professionals and differentiate their practice through delivering best-in-class Eye Health Experience

ABOUT YOU

• Preferred minimum education: Graduate or Post-graduate Degree in Optometry
• Preferred related industry experience: Licensed optometry practitioner in Australia/New Zealand
• Experience as a licensed optometrist in practice for 5 years.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the optometry industry in AUNZ or similar landscape is required.
• Good understanding of Optometry, Ophthalmology profession, clinical practice experience is desirable
• Able to develop and execute professional strategies that is aligned with country business objectives
• Clinical understanding of Patient Eye Health Journey
• People management skills – supervised and manage a team
• Strong Key Stakeholder Management engagement across country and region – Develop and Maintain relationship
• CL experienced Optometrist, Optician or Ophthalmologist
• Clinic or Retail Experience Preferred
• Advanced clinical/technical knowledge.
• Budget management skills.
• Strong ethics and objectivity
• Outstanding presentation & training skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Competence in business/technical English (written and verbal)
• Crisis & media management skills
• Strong Business Acumen
• Microsoft excel, power point skills

COMPANY CULTURE

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Continuous training and support.
• Award-winning leadership development programs.
• Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements.
• Equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion.

WHY CHOOSE US:

• Competitive remuneration package and continuous training.
• Supportive environment with award-winning leadership development programs.
• Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements for all.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Up to 18 weeks of parental leave to support new parents.
• 4 days of volunteer leave to give back to the community.
• Option to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional annual leave for extra time off.
• Enjoy a dedicated Wellbeing Day to prioritize self-care.
• Global Wellness Reimbursement of $720 per year for healthy eating, exercise, or mindfulness activities.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Enhanced leave provisions for compassionate (caregiver) leave, providing up to 30 days of additional support.
• Life insurance coverage for added peace of mind.

And much more...

The closing date for applications is: 9th April 2025

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.

We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.

At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

Great Place to Work® Certified– 2024
Great Place to Work® Certification recognises employers who create outstanding employee experience. The certification process is recognised worldwide as the global benchmark for identifying outstanding workplaces.

Johnson & Johnson - Australia and New Zealand was certified as a Great Place to Work® in ANZ in its first year of participation.