Corporate Affairs Manager

Do you want to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to improve the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company which, since its foundation in Barcelona in 1909, has been working to improve the health and well-being of people all over the world. Our four divisions - Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies - develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 100 countries and regions.Grifols has been a leader in the healthcare industry since 1909 by creating innovative products and services based on the values of ethics, quality and responsibility. Grifols' activities focus on fulfilling the needs of its patients as well as healthcare professionals working in therapeutics, pharmacy, diagnostics and blood banking. For more than 100 years, Grifols has developed, manufactured and marketed products designed to improve human health.Position OverviewThis position will assist in the development and advancement of the company’s community, government and patient relations activities. The position is an important part of a diverse, team-oriented public affairs office based in Washington D.C. The team supports the larger US organization of over 9,000 employees, with opportunities for development and advancement across the business.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following : Serve as liaison and spokesperson for key Grifols internal stakeholders and various patient / community organizations to enhance Grifols’ image and reputation.Manage national charity sponsorships and coordinate community relations activities at all Grifols sites as directed.Manage day-to-day activities of the J.A. Grifols Foundation.Coordinate Grifols’ patient relations activities with plasma donor centers and grassroots efforts with key stakeholders.Advise on community-focused communications including community educational materials, employee education, and donor center initiatives.Advance Grifols brand within our targeted business communities at both a national and local level.Initiate and manage educational programs including ribbon cuttings, anniversary events, plasma donor center and manufacturing tours, and building a donor / patient / caregivers speakers network.Monitor and analyze the external landscape for emerging issues within our local business communities, state, and local affairs.Provide day-to-day consulting assistance with patient inquiries and special projects.Contribute to the overall mission of the Grifols Corporate Affairs Department by supporting the development, management and implementation of Grifols public relations and communication strategies.Additional Responsibilities : The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the prioritization and advancement of the company’s corporate affairs agenda focusing on elevating Grifols visibility among the local communities, state / local policymakers, and patient organizations by providing educational information and acting as a company representative and resource for our stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for projecting the highest values and ethics consistent with Grifols corporate policies at all times.Skills / Qualifications / Education Requirements : Bachelor’s degree, preferably in life sciences, public health, public relations or not-for-profits.Minimum of 5 years experience in public affairs or public relations including grassroots activities, preferably with patient and / or community relations exposure.Strong background in community support activities, a keen understanding of the dynamics of volunteer organizations.Understanding of basic healthcare policy including Medicare and Medicaid; familiarity with plasma medicines and rare disease communities a plus.Strong interpersonal skills and diplomacy a must for success in achieving goals with internal audiences and external stakeholders.Excellent verbal and written communication skills including creative application of PowerPoint and other presentation media.Must be a team player capable of managing multiple projects and widely varying internal and external stakeholder relationships.Willingness to travel for meetings and presentations, including weekends.This role is hybrid requiring 3 days at the office and can additionally require travel up to 25%.Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.The estimated pay scale for the Corporate Affairs Manager based in Washington, DC is $120,000 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to : Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results.EEO Females / Minorities / Veterans / Disability#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $120,000