- Proactively identify, assess, and analyze trends and shifts in the political and policy environment to support Novo Nordisk's global public affairs strategy in obesity
- Analyse the impact of health policies on Novo Nordisk's priorities in obesity and develop briefings and materials to communicate this impact to a cross-functional audience
- Develop Novo Nordisk's policy positions, and develop policy materials and resources to motivate affiliates to shape policy related to obesity
- Develop evidence-based narratives to improve the quality of care for people living with obesity through policy change
- Benchmark policies from around the world and consolidate best practices to share with local affiliates
- Provide strategic advice to affiliates to support local analyses of the policy landscape
- Identify and exploit synergies in policy opportunities or challenges across other Novo Nordisk disease areas (eg diabetes, cardiovascular disease)
- A Master's degree or equivalent in political science, international business or a related field
- 5+ years' experience in policy development or public affairs within a government, pharmaceutical company, or consultancy environment; experience working in chronic disease policy preferred.
- Preferably have worked internationally with a proven track record in delivering campaigns in multiple geographies
- A strong understanding of health policy and health systems
- An analytical mindset and strong project management skills
- Strong command of written and spoken English
Public Affairs Lead, Obesity Policy - Søborg, Danmark - Novo Nordisk A/S
Beskrivelse
Do you have a track record in developing, shaping, and reforming health policy? Are you passionate about navigating complex issues and stakeholder landscapes? Are you motivated by improving the lives of people living with chronic diseases?
Then you might be our new Public Affairs Lead, Obesity Policy.
Apply today and join us for a life-changing career.
The position
As our Public Affairs Lead, Obesity Policy, you will be responsible for assessing and analyzing trends in the external environment to support Novo Nordisk's global public affairs strategy in obesity. With deep knowledge of health policies and formulation, you will develop policy positions and other materials to support our external engagements and drive change for people living with obesity. You will need to collaborate closely with Global Public Affairs colleagues responsible for patient relations and partnerships as well as with colleagues across different functions and regions.
Key responsibilities include:
Qualifications
As an ideal candidate, you have:
As an individual, you are energetic, proactive, and a strong team player. You like to challenge the status quo as you pursue opportunities and create tangible solutions to complex problems. You have exceptional attention to detail, strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, and experience working in a matrix organization. You possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
About the department
Global Public Affairs and Patient Relations (GPAPR) is part of the Global Public Affairs and Sustainability area in Novo Nordisk. We aspire to be a proactive and solutions-orientated partner to patients and policymakers in the joint ambition of raising the standards of care in our therapy areas, to help solve society's fundamental challenges.
The role is anchored in the Obesity Policy Team, driving the development and execution of the public affairs strategy for Novo Nordisk.