Manager of Corporate Affairs

Contract Type

Regular Full-Time

Area

Government & Public Affairs

Req Id

523042

About Grifols

Do you want to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to improve the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company which, since its foundation in Barcelona in 1909, has been working to improve the health and well-being of people all over the world. Our four divisions – Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies – develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 100 countries and regions.

Grifols has been a leader in the healthcare industry since 1909 by creating innovative products and services based on the values of ethics, quality, and responsibility. Grifols’ activities focus on fulfilling the needs of its patients as well as healthcare professionals working in therapeutics, pharmacy, diagnostics, and blood banking. For more than 100 years, Grifols has developed, manufactured, and marketed products designed to improve human health. Grifols manufactures plasma-derived biopharmaceutical products of proven efficacy, quality, and safety. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.grifols.com

Position Overview

This position will assist in the development and advancement of the company’s community, government, and patient relations activities. The position is an important part of a diverse, team-oriented public affairs office based in Washington D.C. The team supports the larger US organization of over 9,000 employees, with opportunities for development and advancement across the business.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison and spokesperson for key Grifols internal stakeholders and various patient/community organizations to enhance Grifols’ image and reputation.
• Manage national charity sponsorships and coordinate community relations activities at all Grifols sites as directed.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the J.A. Grifols Foundation.
• Coordinate Grifols’ patient relations activities with plasma donor centers and grassroots efforts with key stakeholders.
• Advise on community-focused communications including community educational materials, employee education, and donor center initiatives.
• Advance Grifols brand within our targeted business communities at both a national and local level.
• Initiate and manage educational programs including ribbon cuttings, anniversary events, plasma donor center and manufacturing tours, and building a donor/patient/caregivers speakers network.
• Monitor and analyze the external landscape for emerging issues within our local business communities, state, and local affairs.
• Provide day-to-day consulting assistance with patient inquiries and special projects.
• Contribute to the overall mission of the Grifols Corporate Affairs Department by supporting the development, management, and implementation of Grifols public relations and communication strategies.

Additional Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the prioritization and advancement of the company’s corporate affairs agenda, focusing on elevating Grifols’ visibility among the local communities, state/local policymakers, and patient organizations by providing educational information and acting as a company representative and resource for our stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for projecting the highest values and ethics consistent with Grifols corporate policies at all times.

Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in life sciences, public health, public relations, or not-for-profits.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in public affairs or public relations, including grassroots activities, preferably with patient and/or community relations exposure.
• Strong background in community support activities, with a keen understanding of the dynamics of volunteer organizations.
• Understanding of basic healthcare policy, including Medicare and Medicaid; familiarity with plasma medicines and rare disease communities is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and diplomacy are a must for success in achieving goals with internal audiences and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including creative application of PowerPoint and other presentation media.
• Must be a team player capable of managing multiple projects and widely varying internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Willingness to travel for meetings and presentations, including weekends.

Work Environment

This role is hybrid, requiring three days at the office and may additionally require travel up to 25%. Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day and performs frequent hand movements. Occasionally walks, stands, bends, and twists the neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects up to 25lbs may be required.

Compensation

The estimated pay scale for the Corporate Affairs Manager based in Washington, DC is $120,000 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in the company’s sales incentive plan with a $45,000.00 uncapped commission target. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match, and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, location, internal equity, and market data.

EEO Statement

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

Application Process

Interested applicants should directly submit their resumes through the Grifols hiring portal: Corporate Affairs Manager Job Details | GRIFOLS, S.A.