[innovative Medicine] Associate Director, Government Affairs And Policy Dept., Integrated Market Access Div.
J&J FAMILY OF COMPANIES
Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
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Healthcare government affairs expertise
Policy development and implementation
Bilingual communication in japanese and english
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Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Associate Director for Government Affairs and Policy in their Integrated Market Access Division in Tokyo. The role focuses on shaping policies to improve patient access to innovative medicines and requires significant experience in healthcare government affairs, strong communication skills in Japanese and English, and a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape.
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Job Summary
The Government Affairs & Policy function plays a pivotal role in shaping external environments to support innovation and improve patient access.
This Associate Director/Senior Manager position will lead policy shaping strategy and actions for Japan Innovative Medicine, focusing on patient access to innovative medicines including new modalities.
The role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including policymakers, regulatory bodies, and industry associations, to maximize impact and enhance J&J IM’s presence and reputation.
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Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Associate Director for Government Affairs and Policy in their Integrated Market Access Division in Tokyo. The role focuses on shaping policies to improve patient access to innovative medicines and requires significant experience in healthcare government affairs, strong communication skills in Japanese and English, and a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Healthcare Government Affairs expertise
Policy development and implementation
Bilingual communication in Japanese and English
Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
Strategic thinking and issue prioritization
Cross-functional team collaboration
Nice-to-have
Leadership and project team management
Industry association involvement
Proactive and reactive risk management
Credo-based organizational leadership
Experience with new modality medicines
Key Requirements
10+ years healthcare industry experience
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, MPH, or Master’s preferred
Proven track record in healthcare GA&P
High proficiency in Japanese and English communication
Ability to manage project teams
Experience in pharmaceutical industry or government