OverviewThe Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Deputy Vice President for the International Advocacy team to support its global market access advocacy efforts. This position will lead the development and implementation of policy positions, advocacy strategies, and stakeholder engagement activities focused on improving patient access to innovative medicines in major global markets.
Reporting to the Deputy Vice President, International Advocacy, the Deputy Vice President will serve as a senior leader on international market access issues, including government pricing and reimbursement, health technology assessment (HTA), healthcare financing, value assessment frameworks, and other policies affecting patient access to innovative medicines. The individual will work collaboratively across the organization and with member companies, other trade associations, consultants, and government stakeholders to advance PhRMA's strategic priorities in key markets around the world.
This Washington, DC-based role requires strategic leadership, strong policy expertise, and the ability to operate independently while managing complex projects and stakeholder relationships across multiple geographies and issue areas.
The Deputy Vice President will:- Develop and implement advocacy strategies to advance PhRMA's international market access priorities in major global markets.
- Lead policy analysis and position development related to pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement, health technology assessment, healthcare financing, value assessment methodologies, and other market access issues.
- Perform and oversee quantitative analysis related to healthcare policies, market access, and/or international trade.
- Represent PhRMA in meetings with government agencies, embassies, organizations, member companies, and external stakeholders.
- Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, trade, and policy developments affecting patient access to innovative medicines globally.
- Build and maintain relationships with U.S. and foreign government officials, trade associations, industry partners, think tanks, academic experts, consultants, and other key stakeholders.
- Lead and facilitate member company workgroups and task forces focused on international market access priorities.
- Develop policy papers, briefing materials, presentations, talking points, comment letters, and other advocacy materials for internal and external audiences.
- Coordinate closely with PhRMA's policy, federal advocacy, communications, alliance development, legal, and economic teams.
- Manage consultants, research projects, and external vendors to ensure high-quality and timely work products.
- Oversee project budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships in accordance with organizational policies.
- Provide strategic counsel and subject matter expertise to senior leadership on international market access developments and advocacy opportunities.
- Support the development of cross-functional advocacy campaigns that advance patient access to innovative medicines globally.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Success FactorsPhRMA seeks a visionary, relationship-driven, and impact-focused individual who is passionate about contributing to the health care challenges we face today. The Deputy Vice President leverages deep expertise to guide strategic priorities, anticipates challenges, and aligns departmental efforts with broader organizational goals. A successful DVP is a trusted advisor, skilled in stakeholder influence and resource management, and leads cross-functional initiatives with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Professional Experience- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in Public Policy, Health Policy, Economics, International Affairs, Public Health, Law, Political Science, or a related field preferred.
- 10+ years of professional experience in international health policy, market access, healthcare economics, public policy, government affairs, trade policy, or related field.
- Expertise in pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement policies, health technology assessment, and market access policy issues in foreign countries.
- Strong understanding of healthcare systems and healthcare financing around the world and the policies that impact patient access to innovative medicines.
- Experience in performing and overseeing quantitative analysis related to healthcare policies, market access, and/or international trade
- Proven ability to analyze complex policy issues and develop strategic recommendations.
- Exceptional writing, presentation, and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize technical information for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing advocacy strategies involving U.S. and foreign government stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success managing consultants, vendors, and complex projects with multiple deliverables.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish credibility with senior executives, member company representatives, and external stakeholders.
- Must be willing to travel internationally (Asia, Europe) as needed to support advocacy objectives and stakeholder engagement.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, integrity, and professional excellence.
Preferred Experience- Advanced degree (Master's, J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
- Experience working directly with foreign government agencies, multilateral organizations, or trade associations in other countries.
- Knowledge of how market access policies affect international trade, pharmaceutical innovation, and patient access.
- Experience engaging with health technology assessment agencies and reimbursement authorities in major international markets.
- Experience leading high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Potential Salary$187,100-266,700 per annum. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
What we offerIn 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) and enhanced benefits such as parental leave, a well-being program, an on-site fitness facility, back-up care, health advocate service, an employee assistance program, and 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 together in the office on Mondays through Thursdays and remotely on Fridays. 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 personal goals.
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.
