
Associate Director, International Public Affairs
Welcome to AbbVie, a global pharmaceutical company committed to creating lasting impact in the world of healthcare. As the Associate Director, International Public Affairs, you will be an integral part of our mission to improve the lives of patients around the world. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance AbbVie's reputation and influence in the international arena. We are seeking a driven and experienced professional with a passion for public affairs and a strong understanding of the global healthcare landscape. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply for this position.
- Develop and execute international public affairs strategies to enhance AbbVie's reputation and influence in the global healthcare industry.
- Monitor and analyze international political and regulatory developments that may impact AbbVie's business and develop proactive strategies to address them.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry associations, patient advocacy groups, and media outlets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of public affairs initiatives with business objectives.
- Serve as a spokesperson for AbbVie on international public affairs issues, including preparing messaging and talking points.
- Manage and oversee the budget for international public affairs activities.
- Develop and maintain effective crisis communication plans for potential reputational risks.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in international public affairs and apply them to AbbVie's strategies.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives that support AbbVie's corporate social responsibility goals.
- Represent AbbVie at international conferences, meetings, and other events to promote the company's mission and objectives.
- Lead and mentor team members to ensure the successful execution of public affairs strategies and initiatives.
- Measure and report on the effectiveness of international public affairs activities and make recommendations for improvement.
Minimum Of 8 Years Of Experience In Public Affairs And/Or Government Relations In The International Pharmaceutical Industry.
Strong Understanding Of International Government Processes, Policies, And Regulations Related To Healthcare And Pharmaceuticals.
Proven Track Record Of Effectively Managing And Influencing Relationships With Key Stakeholders, Including Government Officials, Industry Associations, And Patient Advocacy Groups.
Excellent Communication And Presentation Skills, With The Ability To Effectively Represent The Company And Its Interests To A Variety Of Audiences.
Experience In Developing And Executing Strategic Plans For International Public Affairs, Including Crisis Management And Issues Management.
Strategic Planning
Crisis Management
Public Relations
Brand management
Government Relations
advocacy
International relations
Executive Communication
media strategy
Stakeholder engagement
Global Communications
Cross
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Leadership
Time management
creativity
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Empathy
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Associate Director, International Public Affairs in Chicago, IL, USA is between $90,000 and $150,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as the size and industry of the company, the candidate's level of experience, and their specific job responsibilities.
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AbbVie is an American publicly traded biopharmaceutical company founded in 2013. It originated as a spin-off of Abbott Laboratories.

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