Senior Director, Public Affairs, US HIV Prevention Communications

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Job Description

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting millions of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them.

By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.

Sr Director, Public Affairs, US HIV Prevention Communications

This role will develop and lead communications activities in support of new Gilead prevention therapies, following the results of the company’s PURPOSE 1 and PURPOSE 2 clinical trials.

The role will involve developing and implementing creative and impactful proactive programs that reach a range of stakeholders across HIV-affected communities and educate them on the importance of HIV prevention and the potential benefits of pre-exposure prophylaxis. This position will be responsible for developing public relations strategies and tactics that complement and support non-branded educational/awareness campaigns, product-specific campaigns, and above-brand environment conditioning campaigns.

Public relations/communications experience supporting large-scale direct-to-consumer campaigns is preferred.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop, manage, and execute a high-profile national strategic, multi-platform, and multi-channel product launch plan in the U.S.
• Lead coordination of a diverse group of cross-functional stakeholders to drive integrated and measurable results against corporate and commercial priorities.
• Identify and manage external agency resources to swiftly and effectively execute creative and compelling communications tactics that educate and persuade new and existing audiences on the value of Gilead’s HIV prevention therapies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to develop and maintain a product narrative and messaging, storytelling assets, and framework.
• Ensure all materials are accurate and comply with business conduct and regulatory requirements.
• Align with Corporate Communications on media activities, including developing executive briefing materials, pitches, and managing select reporter inquiries proactively and on demand.
• Lead the development of materials, campaigns, social media content, events, and activations to support Public Affairs and cross-functional partners’ objectives.
• Oversee the submission, review, and approval of all materials through Gilead’s review committee process.
• Represent the Public Affairs team at cross-functional HIV prevention workgroups.
• Monitor environment and media to anticipate and advise on key issues relating to the company’s products and programs in the HIV therapeutic area. Disseminate relevant coverage to key internal teams.
• Collaborate on programs related to HIV in other Public Affairs and U.S. Commercial teams and centers of excellence.
• Support budget management, including monthly reconciliation and tracking, to help ensure efficient, timely, and accurate financial accountability.

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

• BA degree in communications, public health, business, or a science-oriented field and a minimum of 14+ years of relevant experience, including 8-12 years of healthcare communications experience. A master’s degree in communications or public health with 12 years of relevant experience is also acceptable.
• Proven successful experience in product launch and associated communications activities.
• Demonstrated experience building detailed, strategic, creative, cross-functional, and measurable plans that align with business objectives.
• Experience in developing and leading large-scale direct-to-consumer communications campaigns.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and diligence.
• Demonstrated self-starter with excellent project management expertise and experience.
• Proven ability to multi-task and balance multiple competing priorities.
• Experience in developing consumer social media influencer and/or celebrity campaigns.
• Ability to manage through influence and drive alignment across diverse teams.
• Strong desire to work well with diverse employees and partners in a cooperative and collaborative manner.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is: $237,660.00 – $307,560.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.

This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, stock-based long-term incentives, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For more details, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences, Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, or other prohibited grounds.

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