Director, Advocacy and Strategic Alliances, International

PHRMA•Washington, DC

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Director for its Advocacy and Strategic Alliances team to support international advocacy efforts. The Director will develop and execute third-party stakeholder engagement strategies focused on international pharmaceutical pricing and market access policies, particularly Most Favored Nation (MFN) pricing and related developments in the European Union, Australia, Japan, and Canada. The role advances policies supporting biopharmaceutical innovation, patient access to innovative medicines, and U.S. competitiveness. The Director reports to the Vice President, Advocacy and Strategic Alliances. The position builds and maintains relationships with patient advocacy organizations, provider groups, industry associations, think tanks, disease-based organizations, and other influential stakeholders. It monitors policy developments and their implications, collaborates with internal teams, develops advocacy materials, plans stakeholder engagement initiatives, represents PhRMA externally, and manages multiple projects and initiatives. The Director is expected to demonstrate political judgment, cultural awareness, diplomacy, strategic thinking, strong communication and project management skills, and the ability to work independently in an evolving policy environment. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least six years of relevant professional experience. Travel domestically and internationally may be required as business needs dictate. The stated potential salary is $110,400–$151,900 per annum, commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. PhRMA describes its work arrangement as in-office Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays, with the organization working remotely during August.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, public policy, political science, government relations, public affairs, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, international advocacy, stakeholder engagement, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing advocacy strategies involving third-party organizations, coalitions, or other external stakeholders.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical pricing, reimbursement, market access, or health care policy, including international policy environments.
Experience engaging stakeholders across international markets and navigating complex political, regulatory, or policy environments.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with diverse external organizations and internal partners.
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex policy issues into clear, persuasive written and verbal communications.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, including ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate stakeholders, and deliver within established timelines.
Strong interpersonal skills, political judgment, and cultural awareness, with ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically across diverse audiences.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on pharmaceutical pricing and market access policies in the European Union, Australia, or Canada.
Familiarity with MFN pricing, international reference pricing, health technology assessment, and government pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement systems.
Experience working with international patient advocacy organizations, provider associations, health policy organizations, or pharmaceutical industry associations.
Experience developing international coalitions or coordinating advocacy initiatives across multiple markets.
Experience working within a trade association, pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, public affairs organization, or international policy environment.
Advanced degree in public policy, international relations, public health, or a related discipline.
Professional proficiency in a language other than English.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute international stakeholder engagement strategies related to MFN pricing, international reference pricing, and market access policies, particularly in the European Union, Australia, Japan, and Canada.
Support efforts to advance U.S. competitiveness and engage in policies that may affect companies’ ability to conduct research and enter international partnerships.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with patient advocacy organizations, provider associations, disease-based organizations, think tanks, and other third-party stakeholders.
Identify and cultivate new stakeholder partnerships aligned with policies supporting biopharmaceutical innovation, patient access, and sustainable health care systems.
Monitor and analyze international pharmaceutical pricing, reimbursement, and market access policy developments and their implications.
Collaborate with International Advocacy, Policy and Research, Public Affairs, and other internal teams to develop coordinated advocacy strategies across priority markets and initiatives.
Develop advocacy materials, including policy briefs, talking points, stakeholder presentations, and correspondence, translating complex policy issues for international audiences.
Plan and execute stakeholder engagement initiatives, including briefings, roundtables, and coalition activities.
Represent PhRMA in meetings with external stakeholders, partner organizations, and international advocacy networks.
Manage international advocacy projects and stakeholder initiatives, set priorities, track deliverables, evaluate engagement outcomes, and provide recommendations to internal leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus program, with opportunities for reward and recognition.
Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life, AD&D, LTD, and STD benefits.
Parental leave.
Well-being program and on-site fitness facility.
Back-up care and health advocate service.
Employee assistance program and commuting benefits.
401(k) plan with employer contributions beginning on the first day of hire and immediate vesting.
Generous paid time off plan, ten paid holidays plus Inauguration Day, half-day Fridays before holidays and during summer months, and a paid winter break.
Learning opportunities, including onboarding, leadership programming, tuition reimbursement, industry training, and management and professional development programs.
Community service activities, fundraising drives, and charitable athletic events.