Global Vaccines Public Affairs RSV Lead

Role Summary

Global Vaccines Public Affairs Lead for RSV. Location: Morristown, NJ or Washington, DC. Develops and implements public affairs strategies to support the RSV franchise, with a specific focus on Nirsevimab. Leads external engagement and cross-functional collaboration to protect product value in a competitive landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop a robust and strategic 3 year roadmap and execute public affairs initiatives for nirsevimab
• Explore new engagement approaches, build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including policy makers, public health officials, and advocacy organizations
• Elevate nirsevimab positive experiences across markets to secure AIP global strategy
• Monitor policy developments and regulatory environments affecting RSV childhood vaccines
• Collaborate with medical, market access, communications and commercial teams to ensure aligned messaging
• Contribute to evidence generation and communication plans to influence policy decisions
• Represent Sanofi in relevant industry forums and public health discussions

Qualifications

• Required: Solid experience of minimum 10 years in pharma industry, with experience in external engagement, or in a governmental/public Health function
• Required: Experience in public affairs, public health programs, business & market-shaping strategies, advocacy campaigns, Market access, dealing with Politicians, Agencies, key opinions leaders, patient associations, supra national organizations
• Required: Follow ethics and compliance rules
• Preferred: Country experience, knowledge of vaccine market dynamics/how to drive a public health program would be a plus

Education

• BA/BS required; MA/MS/PhD preferred

Skills

• Proven track record of effective leadership, including cross-functional leadership of PA strategies and programs to support business objectives, build trust and make a tangible impact
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement techniques and policy making process
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally
• Proven analytic skills and ability to inform high-level policy dialogue
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical sector challenges
• Ability to influence in a proactive, objective, ethical and diplomatic manner
• Proactive and result-focused work style with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Disruptive mindset