The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Director to manage the programming and advocacy efforts for Rx Response, an independent 501(c)(3) organization of which PhRMA is a co-founder and current Board member. Information about PhRMA and Rx Response is provided below (see “About…”).
The Director will serve as a subject matter expert pertaining to building community resilience and disaster preparedness. The Director will lead policy research, commission and/or author reports and manage advocacy campaigns as well as represent and promote Rx Response among private sector, government, and other public health stakeholders.
Responsibilities
The Director will have the following primary responsibilities:
- Research and Report Writing: Identify and conduct policy research regarding healthcare preparedness and response as it pertains to clinical care, business continuity, public health and emergency management; commission and/or author reports; analyze and report on best practices, trends, and outcomes.
- Policy Education and Advocacy: Build and maintain relationships with key government, private sector and public health stakeholders and engage stakeholders in Rx Response activities; serve as subject matter expert with external partners and represent Rx Response in meetings and speaking opportunities.
- Other Core Responsibilities: Manage the monthly program newsletter and blog including authoring posts; plan and facilitate program webinars; assist with social media communications and strategy; support the organization during emergency activations; assist with membership and grant writing efforts; support the Executive Director on additional projects/tasks as needed.
Key Success Factors
Key success factors for this role include an entrepreneurial spirit, passion for public service and access to healthcare, high energy and a positive attitude. The individual should have strong multitasking skills and be a creative thinker, problem solver, idea generator and self-starter. The successful candidate for this role will be flexible and responsive and have the ability to work under pressure both independently and collaboratively. This candidate should have a strong team orientation, excellent interpersonal and written communications skills and the desire to learn and grow.
Requirements and Preferences
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of public health preparedness/health policy experience within a 501(c)(3) organization;
- Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to multi-task in a rapidly changing environment;
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently, take initiative and execute;
- Excellent interpersonal, writing and public speaking skills with the ability to tailor messaging to audiences as appropriate;
- Master’s degree in health policy, public health or related discipline preferred.
Who we are
About PhRMA
PhRMA is a non-profit/trade association, representing the country’s leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are devoted to discovering and developing medicines that enable patients to live longer, healthier, and more productive lives. Since 2000, PhRMA member companies have invested more than $600 billion in the search for new treatments and cures, including an estimated $51.2 billion in 2014 alone.
About Rx Response
A 501(c)(3) organization, Rx Response is a non-profit dedicated to improving community resilience through coordination with the government, private sector, and other non-profits to help ensure access to healthcare before and during disasters.
What we offer
In addition to a highly competitive salary, generous 401(k) employer contribution, and platform of benefits (health, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short and long term disability, long term care, and Metro benefit), PhRMA is committed to the development and overall wellbeing of its staff. We offer tuition reimbursement, industry on-site and off-site trainings, and management development programs. We also engage in organization-wide community service activities and charitable athletic events.
Certified as a CEO Cancer Gold Standard employer by the CEO Roundtable and also considered one of Washington’s Healthiest Employers (as awarded by the Washington Business Journal), PhRMA provides a fitness subsidy, on-site fitness facility and fitness classes, an annual health fair and extensive employee wellness seminars, events and challenges.
We are committed to supporting our staff and strive to create programs that help our team manage the challenges of balancing a fast paced career with personal goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirement for consideration to: jobs@phrma.org
