Date: 02/28/18 Communication Business Partner PHC CoE Job ID: 3594886658 Job Function Employee Communications Location United States - California South San Francisco Company/Division Pharmaceuticals Schedule Full-time Job type Regular Employee Job Level Individual Contributor The Position Position Summary The Communication Business Partner to the PHC Center of Excellence supports the Coheads (Global Product Strategy and Research & Development) of the PHC CoE and reports to the Head of Pharma Product Development Communications. The Communications Business Partner to Pharma PHC Center of Excellence is responsible for internal and external communications around the PHC 2.0 strategy within Roche Pharmaceuticals Division. The CoE is an essential part of the Group-wide strategy to advance Personalized Healthcare into the digital era ( PHC 2.0 ) and comprises a wide range of function representatives from across all aspects of the Pharmaceutical value chain. The role is based in South San Francisco to ensure proximity to the Head of PHC Global Product Strategy and the Head of PHC Research & Development and their leadership teams, and will also work closely with functions based at Group headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. This person is the trusted advisor of the Head of Pharma Product Development Communications and other senior leaders. To provide this counsel it is essential for this person to possess a deep understanding of the Pharmaceutical business and wider environment. Key Accountabilities In this position, the individual will primarily be accountable for the following: Internal Communications: Serve as Communications Business Partner to the PHC 2.0 Center of Excellence (CoE) within the Pharmaceutical Division Counsel CoE co-leadership (Global Product Strategy and Research & Development), develop and execute activities and materials on internal communications strategy
needs to assure success of and explain the CoE s mission and PHC 2.0 strategy within Roche s Pharmaceuticals Division In close collaboration with Group Communications and GPS Communications, build and nurture internal engagement for the community within and around the CoE. External Communications: Counsel and advise on external communications and engagement opportunities and needs linked to the Pharma PHC 2.0 strategy in close collaboration with Group Comms, the group wide PHC lead, public and employee comms, digital and media relations and GPS Communications Scout and supply relevant content (examples / proof points of current PHC activities) from within the CoE s activities and remit for effective external corporate communications that bolster company reputation and support strategic stakeholder engagements Functional: Serve as custodian of the Roche-wide company brand standards within the CoE and ensure alignment to corporate messaging and storyline on advancing Personalized Healthcare in a digital era Public & Employee Communications (PEC): Work closely with the corporate content lead on PHC and Science Communications in Public and Employee Communications as a key contributor and interface alongside with business partners from other functions (e.g. GPS Communications, Diagnostics, IT, Pharma Research & Early Development, etc.) Key Experience Used in this Position Corporate/Public Affairs, media relations Ability to engage with senior leaders and provide strategic counsel and feedback Knowledge of the pharma and/or biotechnology business, tech experience a plus Understanding of external drivers of industry change and shifts Working in global teams Key Functional Skills/Competencies Used in this Position Demonstrated internal and external communications skills Strong project management skills Excellent oral/written skills Digital skills and interest End-to-end content creation and channel management Strategic agility and multitasking Ability to translate technical and complex concepts into plain language and engaging communications Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact with senior leaders and matrixed functions and departments Stakeholder engagement (planning and activation) Deep understanding of briefing executives Creativity and innovation Interpersonal savvy Budget development and management
Example Responsibilities Communications Business Partnering: Advise and counsel the co-leadership (Global Product Strategy and Research & Development) of the Pharma PHC 2.0 CoE to ensure clarity on short-, medium- and long-term communications needs both within the Pharmaceuticals division and towards external stakeholders Own internal communications planning and execution for activities concerning positioning the CoE within the context of Roche s strategy on PHC 2.0; more specifically: roll-out of CoE activities, materials such as messaging, presentations, etc. that inform on the CoE strategy s impact for the Pharmaceuticals division Foster engagement and excitement within the PHC 2.0 CoE s growing community and with its internal stakeholders by planning and managing activities such as events, newsletters, internal digital platforms and others Counsel and advise leadership on external communications and engagement needs linked to the Pharma PHC 2.0 strategy, potentially including stakeholder research, listening activities or other in close alignment with Group Communications Interface to Corporate Communications Functions: Serve as expert and key content contributor to the Group-wide communications strategy on advancing Personalized Healthcare in a digital era by identifying, preparing and supplying engaging content from within the CoE s activities, e.g. storylines, hooks, interviews and other content Work closely with GPS Communications and corporate functions such as Public and Employee Communications and Digital Communications to strengthen Group-wide editorial and content strategy and amplify external communications in accordance with business needs from the perspective of the CoE Corporate Brand Custodianship: Serve as custodian of the Roche-wide company brand standards within the CoE and its communications activities. Understand and apply the Roche Brand standards in visual, voice and messaging. Weave in the corporate messaging and storyline on advancing Personalized Healthcare in a digital era to ensure one voice across the Roche Group within the Pharmaceuticals division Who You Are Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Candidates for this position should hold the following qualifications, have the following experience, and be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities to be considered as a suitable applicant. Please note that except where specified as preferred, or as a plus, all points listed below are considered minimum requirements. Qualifications Experience University Degree (MS, MA, MBA, or post graduate studies are preferred) Ideally, scientific degree/phd in biosciences Minimum seven to ten years of experience in corporate communications
Ideally, experience in diagnostic/biomarker technologies and HIT. Tech communications experience a plus. Experience in biotech and/or healthcare industries Experience working within a matrix organization as well as in a multicultural environment Demonstrable experience working in fast paced environments and adapting to changing stakeholder needs Experience working on cross-functional projects and presenting to senior company executives/audiences Experience managing budget Knowledge Broad knowledge of the pharmaceutical/biotech industry Global business understanding, acumen and the knowledge of how to work in that structure Knowledge of organizational and people behavior Expert knowledge in pioneering Skills/Abilities Extract & process key information / provide targeted insights & recommendations Distill & interpret business strategy to drive engagement with key stakeholders Influencing and negotiation skills, as well as interpersonal & partnering skills Proven track record of meeting or exceeding objectives and goals Can manage managers and senior leaders: can also ensure the accomplishment of goals and targets through indirect leadership Outstanding consulting skills: consistent and proven track record of helping internal partners/stakeholders address strategic opportunities and solve problems; strong facilitation skills Strong communication & presentation skills: consistently exhibits professional maturity, confidence and competence Solid organizational & time management skills: proven abilities to manage multiple, often complex and sometimes competing, objectives, goals and other priorities to effective and efficient conclusion Outstanding interpersonal & partnering skills: proven track record of building strong and sustainable relationships with internal and external partners/stakeholders Ability to travel globally Fluent written and verbal English. Basic German an advantage Who We Are A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 40 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer & other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech where we believe that our employees are our most important asset & are dedicated to remaining a great place to work. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status. For more information about equal employment opportunity, visit our Genentech Careers page
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