Government Affairs & Market Development Lead at Varian Medical Systems

• The Government Affairs & Market Development Lead will be responsible for designing plans for government outreach by providing analysis of emerging or existing public policy issues impacting the company. The incumbent will gather intelligence and assist in the preparation of position papers, policy briefings, presentations, actively drives initiatives across the region. They will coordinate actions through strategic partners in government and industry communicating corporate positions and objectives. Projects may include implementation of public policy activities, government and industry lobbying efforts, advocating government funding initiatives and identifying new opportunities favourably advancing the company’s influence with the government.

Where you live should not determine if you live, and this role focuses on mobilizing stakeholders to drive access to cancer care in the region.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Build relationships with political and other stakeholders across regional and national levels
• Conduct research, monitor, analyse & evaluate policies and legislation to ensure that Varian is well placed to support countries in Southern Africa
• Support the regional leadership in developing and executing the company strategy for Southern Africa.
• Drive key initiatives across the region to elevate the visibility and influence of Varian

Experience Preferred

• Graduates’ degree in Public health, Health Administration, Health Economics or Public Policy.
• 10-12 years of experience working in Government affairs and/or Market Access Influencing roles in Africa
• Agile with being pro-active, analytical, results-oriented and able to make decisions within the scope of their role.
• Be able to actively problem solve and suggest realistic innovations to processes towards creating a better customer experience
• Experience working in the Medical Device and/or Pharmaceutical industry
• Ability, competence, and confidence to lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Excellent presentation skills & the ability to work successfully under pressure
• Excellent fluency in English, verbal and written, required. Fluency in other languages would be a plus.
• Familiar with business tools such as: E-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Flexibility to travel for business as required
• Must understand team collaboration and have effective networking skills.
• Able to work independently within guidelines and policies and adhere to the corporate policies and procedures.
• Capable of managing their own workload and of excellent communication relationship building at all levels within and outside of the organization.