Director, Global Public Affairs

Johnson & Johnson

. Drive strategic public affairs initiatives supporting Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience therapeutic-area portfolios .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $258,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing public affairs strategies within Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience, while effectively engaging with stakeholders and aligning communications with business objectives. Strong ability to navigate public policy landscapes and enhance patient access through strategic advocacy and relationship building.

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Public Affairs Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementPolicy CommunicationsPatient Advocacy Relationship ManagementCrisis Management

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Hard Skills

Public AffairsPolicy DevelopmentAdvocacyCommunications PlanningWriting and MessagingPricing Policy UnderstandingExternal Affairs ExecutionMarket-Level AdvocacyClinical Research KnowledgeHealth Equity Awareness

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsRelationship BuildingLeadership in AmbiguityEngagement with Executive Leadership

Industry Keywords

OncologyImmunologyNeurosciencePatient AccessKOL EngagementPublic Policy LandscapeDrug PricingReimbursementCommunity AffairsGovernment Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic public affairs initiatives supporting Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience therapeutic-area portfolios
Develop and execute proactive, multichannel public affairs strategies
Align policy priorities, communications plans, and stakeholder engagement with business objectives
Strengthen patient access and the external environment for the therapeutic-area portfolio
Advise Therapeutic Area leadership on external affairs strategies, patient access, reputation, policy, and advocacy
Build and maintain relationships with patient advocacy organizations, key opinion leaders, think tanks, policymakers, and coalitions
Monitor and interpret public policy landscapes, including drug pricing, reimbursement, site-of-care, clinical research, and health equity
Collaborate with Therapeutic Area Communications & Public Affairs, Government Affairs & Policy, Enterprise Public Affairs, Patient Advocacy, and Patient Access teams
Integrate public affairs activities with communications, media relations, and policy efforts
Counsel R&D and Commercial business leaders on public policy, advocacy positioning, and external engagement
Support executive visibility opportunities, speaking engagements, and media interactions
Adapt strategies to emerging scientific, market, and societal dynamics
Support communications needs and provide counsel during issues management or crisis situations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Political Science, Policy, Public Relations, Government, Community Affairs, Communications, or a closely related field
Minimum of 12 years professional experience
Experience in public affairs, politics, policy communications, or advocacy
Global or market-level advocacy experience is a plus
Strong communications skills, including engaging with executive leadership
Strong writing and messaging ability
Experience with external affairs development and execution
Broad understanding of pricing policy and best practices in engaging policymakers and KOLs
Ability to rapidly develop deep relationships externally and internally
Ability to engage with business partners, understand commercial and business strategy, and support that strategy through public affairs
Ability to lead in times of ambiguity and strong influencing skills
Up to 25% travel
Employees offered employment must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation before employment begins

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension plan
401(k) savings plan
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; for Colorado residents – 48 hours; for Washington residents – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Long-term incentive program
COVID-19 vaccination accommodation process
Inclusive work environment
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer