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Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to
improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof
have made Roche the leader in personalised healthcare - a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible.
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The Position
You as the successful candidate, will be part of a high-performing and high-impact team that supports the ongoing development and implementation of the Africa Strategy for Diagnostics. You will play a critical role in unlocking the power of the organization to help deliver access to IVD for the African continent. You will collaborate closely with commercial teams, business functions, strategic teams and a broad variety of external stakeholders.
The role is location agnostic on the African continent* and reports to the Director of Strategy & Transformation, Africa.
The Strategy Manager, Africa, delivers value to Roche Diagnostics in Africa by:
- Closely monitoring healthcare market trends with high relevance to the strategy
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to co-create and manage strategic initiatives and work packages
- Coordinating and synchronizing strategic plans to ensure maximum impact and best resource allocation
- Coordination and provision of project management and administration for strategic initiatives and work packages
- Supporting the internal co-creation process to keep the strategy up to date, in line with evolving market trends.
- Ensuring that regular monitoring and measurement takes place within assigned implementation streams and work packages towards defined milestones
- Provide project and matrix leadership consistent with the Roche values and Operating principles
- Seek to inspire and ignite passion in others to create sustainable change and to leverage the efforts of a diverse range of people and teams
- Supporting the strategic planning process in close collaboration with the commercial teams and other stakeholders
Requirements for the position/ Candidate profile:
Professional and Technical Requirements:
- University degree level qualification in a relevant discipline, typically +5 years experience in Commercial, Business Development or Strategic Roles
- Broad business acumen of the diagnostics / healthcare market and its activities
- A relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g. MSc; MBA; or higher degree qualification in a relevant area would be desirable
Experience, Skills, Knowledge:
- Experience working in an cross-functional, multi-cultural and matrix environment
- Structured thinking, proven problem-solving skills
- Strategic planning and strategic methodologies
- Experience of leading change, negotiating and managing conflict
- Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate complex topics simply and articulately to various audiences
- Proficiency to work with senior leaders
- Fluency in English and (ideally also other languages) is a must
- Strong organizational, communication, and networking skills
- Strong facilitation skills advantageous
- Commercial experience on the African continent, preferably in multiple markets (+3 years)
- In-depth knowledge of the Public and Private healthcare systems in Africa
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