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Overview
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an experienced advocate for Federal Advocacy to support PhRMA’s efforts to interact with Republican lawmakers in the United States Congress.
This is a highly visible position and will be both externally and internally facing. The DVP will work closely with PhRMA Board members and member company staff, PhRMA executives, and other key internal and external stakeholders to design and implement effective strategies to advance policies related to commercial and government pharmaceutical markets, FDA, Medicare Parts B and D, and 340B.
This senior role will have enhanced external visibility to promote PhRMA Board priorities and focus particularly on Congressional engagement. The individual is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships and building support for PhRMA priorities, policies and positions. The DVP will focus primarily on lobbying members of the United States Congress (specifically members of the United States House of Representatives Republican Conference, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Education and Workforce, and Leadership). This role requires management of members of the Federal Advocacy team as well as management of cross functional teams working on specific issues with limited supervision.
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Success Factors
We are seeking a strong advocate for the pharmaceutical industry who is passionate about the healthcare challenges we face today. This DVP role is highly visible internally and externally, requires substantive engagement with members of Congress, third party stakeholders, member company representatives and all levels of PhRMA staff. The ability to build relationships and support, communicate in a respectful and influential manner, and work both independently and as a committed team player is critical. The successful candidate will be a well-regarded, self-starter with a reputation for integrity and results.
Professional Experience / Requirements
Who we are
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country’s leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are devoted to discovering and developing medicines that enable patients to live longer, healthier and more productive lives. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have more than doubled their annual investment in the search for new treatments and cures, including nearly $101 billion in 2022 alone.
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What we offer
In addition to a highly competitive salary and bonus program, various opportunities for reward and recognition and a platform of extensive benefits, PhRMA is committed to the development and overall wellbeing of our team members. We offer traditional (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life, AD&D, LTD, STD, LTC) and enhanced benefits such as parental leave, a well-being program, an on-site fitness facility, back-up care, an employee assistance program, and pre-tax commuting benefits. We also offer a robust 401k plan with employer contributions upon the first day of hire and immediate vesting, a generous paid time off plan, -ten paid holidays (plus inauguration day), half day Fridays preceding holidays, half day Fridays in the summer months, and a paid winter break. As an organization, we work remotely on Mondays and Fridays and together in the office on Tuesdays through Thursdays. We also all work remotely in August.
We are committed to the growth and development of our team members and offer many learning opportunities including an integrated onboarding program, best-in-class leadership programming, tuition reimbursement, industry on-site and off-site training, and other management/professional development programs. Corporate social responsibility is also important to us at PhRMA. Our team members participate in community service activities, fundraising drives, and charitable athletic events.
We are committed to supporting our family of professionals at PhRMA and strive to create programs that help our team members manage the challenges of balancing a fast-paced career with their own personal goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.
Full Time
Professional Associations
$159k-209k (estimate)
05/13/2024
05/16/2024
phrma.org
WASHINGTON, DC
500 - 1,000
1958
NGO/NPO/NFP/Organization/Association
STEPHEN UBL
$200M - $500M
Professional Associations
PhRMA provides advocacy for public policies that encourage the discovery of new medicines by pharmaceutical and biotechnology research companies.