Senior Director, Strategy, Planning and Operations, Government Affairs
Scorpion Therapeutics, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Role Summary
Gilead Sciences is hiring a business-focused executive to oversee global planning and operations for the Government Affairs (GA) group. The role supports strategy development, planning, budgeting and operations for all parts of Government Affairs, including the US and international government affairs and policy teams. Based in Washington, DC or Foster City, CA, this role reports to the SVP and will be an integral member of the Government Affairs Leadership Team. Responsibilities
Lead creation of Government Affairs strategic and operating plans, ensuring priorities are aligned to commercial strategy and enterprise priorities. Work with the SVP and GA LT in crafting an integrated Government Affairs Strategy and Operating Plan; ensure alignment, coordination across GA teams, and timely communication with affiliates to guide local plans. Ensure GA strategic planning processes align with the commercial business planning cycle. Ensure GA resources are allocated behind the department’s strategic priorities; oversee budget process across GA, in partnership with Finance and SVP. With the SVP and GA LT, develop GA strategic priorities, goals and success metrics, and monitor progress against plan throughout the year. Build two-way relationships with the GA LT and cross-functional leaders; bring insights to ensure proactive, coordinated responses to opportunities and threats. Direct and develop a high-impact GA communications platform to deliver timely updates on key government actions. Work with GA team members, Public Affairs and Legal on company-wide communications involving policy positions. Partner with Human Resources to develop a talent strategy for GA; implement competency development to recruit and retain top talent; lead efforts to engage employees. Assist the SVP with preparation for GA LT meetings, including agenda development, speaker briefings, and managing outputs; manage cadence of LT meetings and touchpoints. Ensure SVP is prepared for key meetings and engagements; lead and manage special strategic projects as needed. Drive efficiency and scalability by overseeing priority function-wide initiatives and activities. Coordinate briefing materials for board-level and key trade associations; ensure alignment of GA input on corporate initiatives; promote continuous improvement for a high-performing GA organization. Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree and 10–12 years of relevant experience; strong analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills; ability to influence without direct authority; excellent communication; organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities; strong command of financial and operational systems. Required:
Executive presence to interact with high-profile stakeholders and discretion in all situations; capability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse groups; persuasive written and spoken communication. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 10–12+ years of experience in government affairs, politics, management consulting, business strategy, or biopharmaceutical industry; advanced degree preferred. Comprehensive understanding of the biopharma industry business model, regulatory frameworks, and healthcare systems. Proven track record of managing high-profile programs, collaborating with leaders at all levels, and cultivating strong relationships. Skills
Strategic planning and execution Budgeting and resource management Cross-functional collaboration Stakeholder management and influence without authority Executive communications and briefing development Talent development and employee engagement Education
Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
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Gilead Sciences is hiring a business-focused executive to oversee global planning and operations for the Government Affairs (GA) group. The role supports strategy development, planning, budgeting and operations for all parts of Government Affairs, including the US and international government affairs and policy teams. Based in Washington, DC or Foster City, CA, this role reports to the SVP and will be an integral member of the Government Affairs Leadership Team. Responsibilities
Lead creation of Government Affairs strategic and operating plans, ensuring priorities are aligned to commercial strategy and enterprise priorities. Work with the SVP and GA LT in crafting an integrated Government Affairs Strategy and Operating Plan; ensure alignment, coordination across GA teams, and timely communication with affiliates to guide local plans. Ensure GA strategic planning processes align with the commercial business planning cycle. Ensure GA resources are allocated behind the department’s strategic priorities; oversee budget process across GA, in partnership with Finance and SVP. With the SVP and GA LT, develop GA strategic priorities, goals and success metrics, and monitor progress against plan throughout the year. Build two-way relationships with the GA LT and cross-functional leaders; bring insights to ensure proactive, coordinated responses to opportunities and threats. Direct and develop a high-impact GA communications platform to deliver timely updates on key government actions. Work with GA team members, Public Affairs and Legal on company-wide communications involving policy positions. Partner with Human Resources to develop a talent strategy for GA; implement competency development to recruit and retain top talent; lead efforts to engage employees. Assist the SVP with preparation for GA LT meetings, including agenda development, speaker briefings, and managing outputs; manage cadence of LT meetings and touchpoints. Ensure SVP is prepared for key meetings and engagements; lead and manage special strategic projects as needed. Drive efficiency and scalability by overseeing priority function-wide initiatives and activities. Coordinate briefing materials for board-level and key trade associations; ensure alignment of GA input on corporate initiatives; promote continuous improvement for a high-performing GA organization. Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree and 10–12 years of relevant experience; strong analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills; ability to influence without direct authority; excellent communication; organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities; strong command of financial and operational systems. Required:
Executive presence to interact with high-profile stakeholders and discretion in all situations; capability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse groups; persuasive written and spoken communication. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 10–12+ years of experience in government affairs, politics, management consulting, business strategy, or biopharmaceutical industry; advanced degree preferred. Comprehensive understanding of the biopharma industry business model, regulatory frameworks, and healthcare systems. Proven track record of managing high-profile programs, collaborating with leaders at all levels, and cultivating strong relationships. Skills
Strategic planning and execution Budgeting and resource management Cross-functional collaboration Stakeholder management and influence without authority Executive communications and briefing development Talent development and employee engagement Education
Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
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