Head of PA & Access

This position will report directly to the Vietnam Country Manager, and functionally to the Senior Director of International Public Affairs and Policy (Asia Pacific). The incumbent will be responsible for building and leading PAP and to advocate Pfizer’s business interests to government officials and other key decision makers in Vietnam

Day‐to‐day responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Ensuring that PAP is strategically aligned to the business needs.
• Development and maintenance of political networks.
• Development of strong working relationships with allied groups, opinion leaders.
• Identification of legislative and regulatory opportunities and threats.
• Development of political strategies and execution of direct lobbying on behalf of the company.
• Prudent management of internal and external resources to obtain positive business results.
• Analysis of complex legislative and regulatory initiatives.
• Determination of potential impact on the company and recommendations regarding strategic direction consistent with company interests.
• Supervise Corporate Communication Manager on the development of proactive public relations / communications strategies aligned with our core business strategy and coordination of internal communications in order to keep key clients informed on priority issues.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and capabilities:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university, with a post graduate degree in law, political science, public relations, international affairs, government studies, or trade policy being an advantage.
• At least seven to ten years work experience in areas of government, lobbying or trade associations.
• Knowledge of the country government and political situation, trade institutions is essential.
• A strong working knowledge of the legislative process.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with fluency in Vietnamese and English.
• Superior decision‐making capabilities and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to a quickly changing environment.
• Above all, unquestionable ethics and integrity.

Specific Areas of Responsibility and Contribution:

Political Affairs: to develop a strong network (government and industry) to help Pfizer see around corners, anticipate policy changes, analyze and better understand policies under development, and ultimately help design and implement strategies and plans to that aim to improve the environment for the pharmaceutical industry and Pfizer. Target customers include both the host country government and foreign governments, USA in particular.

• Government Ministries (e.g. Ministry of Health; regulatory authorities; insurance; etc.)
• Government Think Tanks
• Foreign Embassies
• United States Trade Representative
• Congress
• US Departments of Commerce and State

Pharmaceutical Affairs: to design and implement strategies and plans to achieve optimum results in terms of product pricing, reimbursement, product uptake and time to market. Target customers specific to health care/ pharmaceutical regulation, advocacy groups and other relevant third party interest groups.

• Government Ministries
• Government Think Tanks
• New Product Pricing
• New Product Reimbursement Access
• Access Defense

Media Relations: to design and implement strategies and plans to help drive the environment in favor of both government policies favorable to Pfizer and the innovative industry, as well as to help increase awareness/positive public perception of our therapeutic areas of expertise and ultimately help drive product demand.

• Press Releases
• Reporter Network

Industry Affairs: to design and implement strategies and plans which influence the agendas of trade associations in order to effectively address the main issues that Pfizer and the industry face in the said market.

• PhRMA
• Pharma Group Vietnam
• Other Industry Collaboration

Ally Development/Advocacy Affairs: to design and implement strategies and plans (targeting patient representative bodies/groups) which leverage 3d party patient support within the demand realization process and the uptake of innovative products.

• Advocate Identification
• Formation of constituencies
• Issue Validation
• Advocacy Training/Education
• Endorsements
• 3d Party Lobby
• Interest Group Relations (also neutralize negatives)

Crisis Management: to anticipate, prepare for and manage issues that may impact Pfizer’s business; protect company reputation (product and corporate) and the continued achievement of business goals.

• Risk and Exposure Management
• Development of Standby statements
• Coordination
• Spokesperson for the affiliate

  Manage Corporate Communication in the below area:

Internal Communications: to design and implement strategies and plans (targeting Pfizer employees) to improve understanding, alignment/cohesiveness, and support for the company’s plans and which help support the effective management and operation of the business.

Public Relations/Community Affairs: to design and implement strategies and plans (targeting local community stakeholders) that reinforces Pfizer as a good corporate citizen/neighbor and help to support the operations of the business.

• Philanthropic Activities
• Charitable Events
• Foundation Management
• VIP visit coordination (domestic and international)

Product Communications: to design and implement strategies and plans (targeting the media, advocacy groups, political and regulatory stakeholders) to help drive demand for Pfizer products in Vietnam.

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.