PURPOSE OF POSITION

• Responsible for the development and implementation of communication and public affairs strategies that drive the business objectives of the Janssen business and our brands.
• Required to work with and support multiple therapeutic areas and business units prepare for and develop campaigns ahead of innovative new medicine launches including critical market shaping work.
• Help to build and foster strong employee engagement for Janssen in HK through the development of integrated internal communication programs

RESPONSIBILITIES/PRINCIPAL DUTIES(Essential Foundation)

Key Responsibility Areas:

Develop and execute integrated communications campaigns and programs that:

• Support the launch of innovative new medicines and products across multiple therapeutic areas,
• Build awareness around relevant disease areas to support existing products and educate consumers on available treatment and diagnosis options.
• Help shape the broader policy discussion around access to innovative medicines,
• Enhance the reputation of the Janssen brand in the market and demonstrate the company’s commitment to advancing patient-centricity,
• Differentiate Janssen HK from its industry peers and highlight its position as a thought leader in innovative medicines. 

Partner with GM, the Leadership Team and HR to develop and implement high quality internal communication programs that:

• Drive culture change, inspire employees, and align teams around a common set of behaviors and One Team mindset
• Enhance employee engagement across Janssen HK and the broader J&J family of companies
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, collaboration and respect, grounded in our CREDO amongst all Janssen employees,
• Build internal excitement and employee buy-in around new corporate initiatives and ways of working
• Clearly articulate the vision, objectives and strategies of the Janssen HK GM and leadership team to all internal audiences
• Foster a sense of purpose and belonging among Janssen HK employees
• Provide an avenue for Janssen HK employees to express their views and feedback on a range of organizational topics.

Represent the Company or support General Manager or Medical Affairs Head to represent the Company, depending on the nature, in the dialogue with external stakeholders on health topics

Competencies:

• Ability to bring new and creative ideas to communication campaigns and activities that drive clear action and influence opinion and a demonstrated ability to craft compelling stories with superior written, oral and visual communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop a reputation as a trusted adviser and communications expert to senior business leaders within a highly matrixed, global organization
• Ability to represent the needs of the Janssen HK business to regional and global teams and influence internal stakeholders
• Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner that ensures cut-through with a broad audience base
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple therapeutic areas in the delivery of communication campaigns to support the growth of Janssen HK
• Ability to stay aligned with overall strategic direction while applying diligence and attention to detail in execution and reliably meeting deadlines
• Comprehensive understanding of the local media landscape and ability to develop strategic relationships with key media outlets and KOLs.

Scope of Role:

• Demonstrates an ability to analyze macro and microenvironment, build understanding of emerging and future trends on the business.
• Ability to develop effective and efficiency communications plan to address the rapid environment changes.
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategy with regards to crisis and issue management; to avoid any financial risks and reputation damage to company; to build reputation and trust for the Company, in both proactive and reactive approaches
• Ability to lead and drive patient advocacy strategy and ensure alignment across a matrix Environment.
• Ability to develop a patient group engagement strategy to improve access of patients to new innovative treatments, in line with company directions and in compliance.
• Develop and maintain interactions with patients’ associations for different projects that can contribute to better health outcomes including patient’s access to the innovative medicines thus improving the Company’s image in local community
• Partner with business leaders, develop internal communication strategies and messages to inspire, engage, inform and align employees
• Support the development and effective execution of organizational communications strategies to educate and motivate employees to achieve superior results and make them ambassadors for the company

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required qualifications:

• Preferred minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred area of study: Preferably in communications, journalism, marketing, liberal arts, science or business.
• Preferred related industry experience: At least 8+ of experience in communication or related field, preferably in a company, NGO, government agency or public relations agency

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least 8+ years of experience in communication or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in the successful development and execution of integrated communications campaigns that cascade multiple channels, platforms and audiences
• Demonstrated experience in delivering communication campaigns that shape the broader policy discussion and public debate about access to medicines
• Experience dealing with national and local lay, professional/trade and social media and a well-developed understanding of the HK media landscape.
• Communications environment and its impact on the HK market
• Ability to write and present clearly and persuasively in English and Chinese
• Demonstrated analytic ability, excellent judgement and a deep understanding of digital and social platforms
• Ability to stay aligned with overall strategic direction while applying diligence and attention to detail in execution and reliably meeting deadlines
• Ability to maintain perspective and bring positive attitude and courage to partnership discussions
• Professional maturity and ability to work effectively across levels, functions, regions and background

How to Apply:

If you are keen to take up the challenges, please click "apply now". You will be redirected to J&J careers website to complete online applicant process and online Credo Assessment.

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