Program Officer, Product Commercialization, Global Health - Gates Foundation
Description:
Core Responsibilities
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Plan, lead and execute diverse activities in support of priority programs and investment opportunities with I2 product leads, PSTs, and cross-functional partners.
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Support execution of product launch activities ranging from, but not limited to, market research and analysis, manufacturing partnership/supply strategy, market access, and procurement and delivery mechanisms/demand generation
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Synthesize and infuse market and user insights and other downstream development considerations into upstream work and planning
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Collaborate with grantees and other external partners to achieve desired impact of grants; investment management such as grant/contract ownership, for relevant projects.
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Prepare written analyses and communications for project updates at all levels of the organization.
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Lead internal processes and ensure operational efficiency and effective management of responsible projects.
Core Knowledge and Skills
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Broad skills in product launch execution and project management
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Solid understanding of product commercialization principles and linkages to upstream product development activities, such as target product profiles, clinical trial and regulatory requirements, and pipeline management
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Strong analytical skills, provide structure analyses and support initiatives and investment evaluations
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Knowledge of Low and Middle-Income country (LMIC) and/or developing/emerging markets in healthcare settings a plus
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Balanced thinking, strategically and executing at high quality; tolerance for ambiguity and ability to apply structure to simplify complex problems
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Strong listening, verbal, and written communications skills; ability to calibrate input and synthesize information to connect with diverse audiences
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Leadership abilities to work with multiple partners, including government, donors, grantees, and private sector partners to create a common vision and shared goals to achieve solutions to complex problems.
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Ease of collaboration in a wide range of internal and external cultural, geographic and operational situations, demonstrating culturally sensitive behavior with a diverse range of people and team settings.
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Motivated to “roll up sleeves” to execute and deliver on commitments as a self-starter, in the most practical and efficient way
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Grace under fire, sense of humor, happy to take and give feedback
Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s and/or other advanced degree with proven ability, or equivalent experience. Biopharmaceutical experience in commercial development and product management preferred, across public & private markets.
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Senior Program Officer job level will be considered with commensurate experience and skills.