Senior Manager, Advocacy

Dexcom

. Lead development and execution of advocacy strategies supporting coverage, access, and policy priorities for people with diabetes and related metabolic health needs .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $149,000 - $248,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in developing and executing advocacy strategies within the healthcare sector, particularly focused on diabetes and related metabolic health needs. Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams to drive impactful advocacy initiatives.

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Advocacy Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementCross-Functional LeadershipPolicy Dynamics UnderstandingPeople Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Advocacy StrategyPolicy DevelopmentPublic AffairsStakeholder Engagement StrategiesHealthcare Industry KnowledgeBudget ManagementProject ManagementData AnalysisCommunication SkillsInfluence Without Authority

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Diabetes LandscapePatient Advocacy OrganizationsHealthcare AdministrationPublic HealthLife SciencesBiotechPharmaceuticalMarket AccessMedical AffairsCommunications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and execution of advocacy strategies supporting coverage, access, and policy priorities for people with diabetes and related metabolic health needs
Provide day-to-day leadership for key advocacy workstreams, setting priorities, guiding execution, removing roadblocks, and focusing on high-impact initiatives
Build and strengthen relationships with national and regional advocacy organizations, professional societies, policymakers, and other external stakeholders
Translate advocacy insights and external stakeholder perspectives into recommendations for internal strategy and cross-functional decision-making
Partner with Policy, Government Affairs, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Marketing, and PR on coordinated messaging and external engagement
Mentor and support team members, building advocacy capabilities and strengthening stakeholder engagement and program execution
Represent Dexcom at industry conferences, coalition meetings, patient forums, and public events
Manage advocacy initiatives, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications to ensure high-quality execution and measurable impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience developing and executing advocacy, policy, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement strategies in the medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry
Strong understanding of the diabetes landscape, including patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, access barriers, and policy dynamics impacting people with diabetes
Proven ability to build trusted relationships with external stakeholders and translate complex policy, access, or clinical topics into clear, compelling advocacy messages
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to guide cross-functional teams, coach others, drive accountability, and deliver results through influence
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without authority, manage competing priorities, and drive alignment across internal teams
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Communications, Life Sciences, Public Policy, or a related field
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 13+ years of industry experience
5-8 years of previous people management experience
Travel Required: 15-25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

A full and comprehensive benefits program
Growth opportunities on a global scale
Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement
Home office workplace
Flex workplace option may be available for employees within commuting distance of a Dexcom site