Director Govt Affairs Colombia Ecuador

Primary Job FunctionBridge building with key influencers, decision makers, policy makers and KOL´s , including but not limited to, Executive & Legislative branches of power, NGO´s, Federal, State and local authorities, political parties, in order to position Company´s agenda. Participation and leading role within trade and/or industry associations. Deep understanding of political & economical framework to bring opportunities to the business, ensure freedom to operate and anticipate any risk.Core Job ResponsibilitiesInteraction with key influencers, decision makers, policy makers, and KOL´s; participation in trade/industry associationsAbility to act as solely member of the team and work through influencing othersAbility to influence peers, colleagues from Regulatory & Medical Affairs and to interact with teams and GM´s from all the units.Holistic approach and networkMinimum EducationBachelor degree in Law, Economics, International Relations, Political SciencesMaster´s degree related to public policy is a plusMinimum Experience/Training Required+10 years of experience on the interaction with government, government officials, policy makers, influencers and KOL´s.Experience in health sector is highly desirable and experience within public sector is a plus