Director, Communications & Public Affairs, Vision, Americas

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. The company is searching for a Director of Communications and Public Affairs for its Vision team, located in Jacksonville, FL. The Vision team focuses on innovation at the intersection of biology and technology to develop next-generation vision treatments, aiming to improve and expand possibilities for eye care professionals and patients to protect, correct, and enhance healthy sight for life, addressing needs from pediatric to aging eyes. The Director, Communications & Public Affairs, Vision, Americas, is responsible for developing and executing integrated public affairs and communications strategies that support Vision business priorities, enhance corporate reputation, and engage employees. This role serves as a key strategic advisor to Vision leadership and partners closely with the wider Communications and Public Affairs team, Government Affairs & Policy, Strategic Customer Groups, Marketing, and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in public relations, communications, or related fields within consumer healthcare, medical technology or pharmaceuticals environments
Demonstrated experience developing and executing PR and external engagement strategies in complex, regulated industries
Consumer communications and PR experience to drive demand for brands
Strong executive‑level communication, writing, and messaging skills
Strong understanding of content strategy, platform and channel distribution including social, digital and e-commerce
Proficiency in digital communication platforms and analytics tools
Ability to develop relationships externally and internally
High degree of integrity, discretion, and good judgment

Nice To Haves

Agility Jumps
Brand Recognition
Communications Measurement
Competitive Landscape Analysis
Corporate Management
Cultural Competence
Customer Experience Management
Leadership
Relationship Building
Stakeholder Engagement
Tactical Planning
Technical Credibility

Responsibilities

Partner with the Vision Americas leadership teams to understand business strategy, opportunities, and external risks, translating insights into effective communications and public affairs strategies
Lead a regional communications team of four with responsibility for North America and Latin America (Americas)
Drive the execution of commercial communications campaigns to help advance Vision’s leadership in contact lenses and surgical vision
Drive demand for megabrands ACUVUE and TECNIS through integrated communications activities
Devise and implement employee engagement strategies
Lead communications for new product introductions and established portfolio
Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including influencers, media, key opinion leaders and industry associations
Monitor and assess the competitive, media and social / digital environment to ensure breakthrough communications strategy
Develop strong cross‑functional partnerships across Vision Care and Surgical Vision, including Commercial, Sales, Professional Affairs and Regulatory
Ensure close coordination with Vision global communications and enterprise teams to deliver aligned and consistent engagement
Provide strategic counsel and execution support for external speaking engagements, thought leadership initiatives, and media opportunities for Vision
Support federal and state government affairs teams by developing messaging, briefing materials, and engagement strategies for interactions with policymakers and external stakeholders
Serve as a member of the Americas Leadership team and trusted advisor to Vision business leaders, providing ongoing counsel on reputation management, emerging issues, and complex external challenges
Stay informed on industry, societal, and policy trends, with a strong understanding of pricing, market access, and healthcare ecosystem dynamics affecting the Vision business
Support functional communications initiatives and contribute to effective management of issues and crisis situations