Junior/Mid-level Market Access Policy Officer

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Why would YOU be inspired to become Medicines for Europe’s Market Access Policy Officer?

Do you want to play an important role in ensuring access to off-patent medicines in Europe?

Are you familiar with the pharmaceutical sector?

Are Medicines for Europe’s five pillars: Patients • Quality • Value • Sustainability • Partnership also your values?

If so, you might be our next Market Access Policy Officer.

Why work for Medicines for Europe?

  • Since 1993, Medicines for Europe has represented pharmaceutical companies supplying the largest share of prescription medicines across Europe.
  • They are the voice of the generic, biosimilar and value added medicines industries.
  • Leading partner for political change at an EU level and hence better healthcare.
  • Increasing the health and wellbeing of all Europeans through better access to high quality medicines.
  • The portfolios of Medicines for Europe members cover 80% of therapy areas.
  • Safeguarding the sustainability of Europe’s healthcare systems for future generations.

Function

The Market Access Policy Officer works closely with the Market Access Policy Associate in shaping market access policies whilst supporting both internal and external outreach.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Monitoring, analysing and advising on the latest European policy and legislation, their impact on both pharmaceutical markets as well as the impact of national market access policy developments across Europe.
  • Coordinating the activities of the Market Access related committees, working groups and task forces including drafting the agenda, minutes, reports and briefing notes.
  • Drafting responses to public consultations, developing position papers, advocacy strategies and conducting surveys amongst members.
  • Collaborating with institutional and non-institutional stakeholders including the European Commission, National Competent Authorities, European Payer and Insurers Associations in order to advocate Medicines for Europe’s stance
  • Contributing to the organisation of conferences including their program development.
  • Assisting in developing communications and educational materials.

Profile

  • Master’s degree in Pharmacy OR Life Sciences OR Health Economics OR EU Law or Healthcare Policy
  • For Junior Officer : Minimum 1 year of experience in Market Access Policy OR Medicine Pricing & Reimbursing Policies
  • For Mid-level Officer : Minimum 2 years of experience in Market Access Policy OR Medicine Pricing & Reimbursing Policies
  • Understanding of the European Pharmaceutical Framework, Market Dynamics and Policies (EU and national).
  • Understanding how a Trade Association functions is vital.
  • Excellent English (written and spoken).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of databases holding relevant health data is an advantage (e.g. OECD Data, Eurostat, IQVIA MIDAS®).
  • Excellent project management skills, with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
  • Strategic thinker, able to turn the complex into clear messages.
  • A quick learner with a politically savvy mind.
  • Strong communicator, able to network with excellent writing and presentation skills.
  • Comfortable working in a multi-cultural, international environment.

Offer

  • Competitive Salary + Meal vouchers (8€), Net remote work allowance, Hospitalisation insurance, Ambulatory care coverage and Pension fund.
  • Up to 2 days teleworking/week.
  • The possibility to represent a dynamic European industry and interact with diverse stakeholders.
  • European travel (20% of your time).
  • The opportunity to take ownership and have impact as well as being part of a motivated and multicultural team.

Hiring Process

  • 1st Interview with Policy and Market Access Associate Director and Head of Human Resources. Possibility of a 2nd interview based on assignment.
  • Decision after 10 working days.
  • Valid Belgian work permit for non-EU Citizens.

Call to Action

  • Join Medicines for Europe, be at the forefront of shaping pharmaceutical policies and make a meaningful impact on Healthcare.
  • If you’re driven, proactive and ready to contribute, Apply now.
  • Questions? Please do not hesitate to contact Emma Waites on 02:738 02 63 OR 0475 61 49 67
  • Please upload YOUR CV via the Apply Now button.
  • I’m looking forward to receiving YOUR CV.

GDPR compliance:

As a data subject, you have a number of rights. You can:

  • access and obtain a copy of your data on request.
  • require the association to change incorrect or incomplete data.
  • require the association to delete or stop processing your data, for example where the data is no longer necessary for the purposes of processing.

Please note that we will keep your information in a secured server and If your application for employment is unsuccessful, the organisation will hold your data on file for 6 (six) months after the end of the relevant recruitment process. If you agree to allow us to keep your personal data on file, we will hold your data on file for a further 6 (six) months for consideration for future employment opportunities. At the end of that period, or once you withdraw your consent, your data is deleted or destroyed.

Placed on:Fri 4 October 2024
Location: 1000 Brussels

Interested?

For more information:
Call EMMA WAITES
at the number: 02 738 02 63 GSM 0475 614967
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