Strategic Partnerships Manager

4 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Novo Nordisk Full time

Transformative Role

Novo Nordisk is seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead our Childhood Obesity Prevention Initiative (COPI). As a key member of our Market Access team, you will drive change by promoting obesity prevention in disadvantaged communities, shaping policy, and fostering collaboration across sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage strategic partnerships with city governments, academic institutions, NGOs, and healthcare organizations to support COPI's objectives.
  • Enhance corporate reputation by creating communication strategies that promote Novo Nordisk's efforts in tackling childhood obesity.
  • Influence public policy and government relations by advocating with government officials and policymakers to foster regulatory support for childhood obesity prevention.
  • Engage with community stakeholders to address socio-economic challenges and promote childhood obesity prevention at the local level.
  • Oversee public education and awareness programs to raise awareness of childhood obesity prevention.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Political Science, Communications, International Relations, or related field.
  • Master's degree preferred, especially with a focus on public health or social sciences.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in public affairs, corporate affairs, or strategic partnerships.
  • Strong background in managing public health initiatives or obesity prevention programs.
  • Proven experience working with government bodies, community organizations, and advocacy groups.

About the Department:

You will join our Market Access team, based at our office in South Africa. The Market Access & Public Affairs Department works to improve the lives of patients in South Africa by enabling access to life-changing medicines for diabetes and other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders.

Working at Novo Nordisk:

At Novo Nordisk, we don't wait for change. We drive it. We're a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection.



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