Strategic Partnerships Manager

4 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Novo Nordisk Full time
Transformative Opportunity in Childhood Obesity Prevention

Novo Nordisk is seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead our Childhood Obesity Prevention Initiative (COPI), driving change in disadvantaged communities through targeted interventions, multidisciplinary collaboration, and advocacy to elevate the issue on the national policy agenda.

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.
Requirements:
  • 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:

Novo Nordisk is a leading healthcare company with 100 years of history, employing 53,000 colleagues in 80 countries, and treating 32 million people living with serious chronic diseases worldwide. Our 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.

Working at Novo Nordisk:

We're a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, driving change and striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve, and the communities we operate in.



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