About the role
Salary Range:
CHF137,900.00 - CHF256,100.00
Job Description Summary
Director, International Patient Advocacy#LI-Hybrid
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Are you passionate about amplifying the patient voice and shaping healthcare systems at a global level? In this pivotal leadership role, you will drive the International Patient Advocacy strategy for a key Therapeutic Area, translating patient insights into impactful action that improves access, outcomes, and trust. Working at the heart of a highly matrixed organization, you will partner with senior leaders and external stakeholders to shape the environment, influence launch success, and embed innovative, data-driven approaches across the product lifecycle—ultimately making a meaningful difference for patients worldwide.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead execution of international patient advocacy strategy for the assigned Therapeutic Area, across pre-launch, launch, and in-market brands
Scale Patient Activation (IPEX) for priority brands, including early pre‑launch insight generation, AI‑based message testing, personalized content, and PESO activation models including oversight of country implementation
Partner with Public Affairs and Policy Communications to align advocacy with access and environment shaping priorities
Advise priority countries on advocacy plans, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and local adaptation
Build and manage strategic partnerships with patient organizations to strengthen external engagement and impact
Translate patient and AI-enabled insights into actionable strategies that improve access, outcomes, and launch readiness
Embed data-driven ways of working to monitor performance and anticipate external trends influencing decisions
Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, public policy, communications, business, or related field
Extensive experience in patient advocacy, public affairs, access, or healthcare communications
Proven track record leading global advocacy strategies for launches or enterprise initiatives
Strong ability to build trusted relationships with patient organizations or external stakeholders
Experience working cross-functionally with commercial, medical, public affairs, and access teams
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in highly regulated environments with governance and compliance requirements
Strong strategic thinking and data fluency with the ability to translate insights and complex information into actionable behavior change
High level of influence and leadership presence within complex, matrixed organizations
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and accommodation
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Barrierefreiheit und Zugänglichkeit
Wenn Sie aufgrund einer Erkrankung oder Behinderung spezielle Unterstützung während des Rekrutierungsprozesses brauchen und/oder deswegen detailliertere Informationen über die wesentlichen Funktionen einer Stelle benötigen, senden Sie bitte eine E-Mail diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com und teilen Sie uns die Art Ihres Anliegens und Ihre Kontaktinformationen mit. Bitte vergessen Sie nicht, dabei die Referenznummer der Stellenausschreibung anzugeben
Skills Desired
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Novartis is a Swiss-based global healthcare leader, known for its focus on innovative medicines and commitment to addressing patient needs through diverse roles.
What's promising
- •Novartis invests heavily in research and development, driving innovation in pharmaceuticals.
- •The company offers a wide range of global career opportunities across various fields.
- •Strong focus on cutting-edge therapies, including gene therapy and AI-driven solutions.
What to watch
- •Regulatory challenges can impact the speed of drug approval and market entry.
- •High competition in the pharmaceutical industry requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
- •Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.
Why Novartis
- •Novartis has a robust pipeline of innovative medicines, setting it apart in the healthcare sector.
- •The company emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace culture across its global operations.
- •Novartis is a leader in digital transformation within pharmaceuticals, integrating AI and data science.
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About Novartis
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to address the evolving needs of patients worldwide. It focuses on innovative medicines, generics, and eye care.
