SSA Public Affairs Manager

Responsibilities:

• Understand health fund work mechanism, monitor the health fund allocation, fund sources in and out of Kenya and Sub-Saharan Africa region, etc.;
• Establish solid working relationships with major government agencies and stakeholders, healthcare regulatory authorities, centralized procurement authorities, and medical insurance institutions, as well as international institutions and key industry associations like the medical syndicate in Kenya and Sub-Saharan Africa, to ensure effective and timely support;
• Monitor and analyze healthcare industry policy changes such as regulations, market access policies, import control, etc. and submit relevant reports on a regular basis to ensure that the company's management learns about the major impacts of these changes;
• Provide early warning and effective management strategies for potential risks related to international trade conflicts affecting Mindray's local business;

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above (preferred majors related to public health, pharmacy, medical science, public policy, economics, international relations, communications, marketing, etc.);
• 8+ years of relevant experience in public sector, healthcare industry or related fields including policy and research, public affairs and communications;
• Experience working in multinational development banks e.g.: World Bank, African Development Bank, and International NGOs e.g.: UNDP, UNICEF, WHO is highly preferred;
• Established network in government agencies and medical device industry in Kenya and across the Sub-Saharan Africa region is preferred;
• Highly motivated, able to manage multiple initiatives and work well cross-functionally;
• Possessing excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with an ability to adapt seamlessly to diverse cultural environments.