Manager, Patient Advocacy

Who We Are: Harvesting Hope with a Growing Family

At Merz Therapeutics, we take a nurturing approach to our organization – treating colleagues like family, embracing our whole selves and creating a company culture that encourages growth and decisive action. We are committed to caring for whole communities by focusing on individuals suffering from movement disorders and neurological conditions and the healthcare providers dedicated to helping them, while simultaneously bolstering our team members in a united effort to make a difference.

As a private, family-owned company, we have the liberty and support to make decisions for ourselves, our customers and the patients we serve. We pride ourselves on building an inclusive culture where there is room to celebrate individual growth and the ability to contribute to a common good as a collaborative team. Our mission is grounded in a long-term view of making a difference for the common good, while growing together as a family.

If you‘re looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, then we’re looking for YOU! #IAmMerzTx

Are you a self-starter, and do you thrive in entrepreneurial environments?

As the Manager, Patient Advocacy you will lead and manage relationships with key U.S. and Canada advocacy organizations, while designing and implementing strategies and programs that support the goals of Merz Therapeutics and the patient communities we serve.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner with Director of Corporate Communications to own and manage relationships with new and existing key U.S. and Canada patient advocacy organizations.
• Identify, initiate, and lead the design and implementation of patient advocacy strategies, initiatives and programs with oversight from Director, Corporate Communications.
• Ensure timely communication on projects, including sponsorships, campaigns, with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to amplify programs and support through internal and external communications platforms.
• Measure success of activities and initiatives, including internal and external events, campaigns and other programs.
• Manage all aspects of Patient Advocacy’s sponsorships to ensure compliance with internal processes and SOPs; partner with Legal and Compliance team, as needed.
• Manage Patient Advocacy budget; liaise with Finance team, patient organizations, vendors, etc. to ensure spending aligns with allocated funds and is tracked appropriately.
• Ensure all patient advocacy initiatives and programs align with Merz Therapeutics‘ commitment to serving the patient communities in our therapeutics areas of focus
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Related Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelors degree required.
• Prior pharmaceutical/biotechnology, agency and/or advocacy organization experience required.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant work experience required.
• Strong written & presentation skills.
• Strong communication & organizational skills.
• Proven track record of successful interactions with patient advocacy groups.
• Comfort with managing multiple projects at a time required.
• Ability to foster strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women & people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You just may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Diversity and Inclusion

Here, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing results for our customers and patients. Our commitment to diversity is essential to who we are. To sum it up; you are welcome here.   

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