Public Affairs Associate Director Canada

Shape Gilead’s Canadian public affairs strategy through integrated communications, stakeholder engagement, and HIV-focused patient advocacy initiatives.Reporting to the Head of Public Affairs Canada, the Associate Director leads external engagement across Canada. This role develops communications programs, disease awareness campaigns, and product launch communications. It also builds relationships with patient organisations, advocacy groups, healthcare stakeholders, and media while coordinating cross-functional delivery.Key Responsibilities:
Lead integrated public affairs and communications programs across priority therapy areasDesign patient-centric HIV awareness and communication campaignsBuild strategic relationships with patient and healthcare organisationsLead proactive and reactive media engagement across CanadaCoordinate cross-functional messaging, programs, timelines, and budgetsRequirements:
Eight or more years in public affairs, communications, or government relationsExperience or strong understanding of Canada’s HIV landscapeStrong media relations and issues management experienceExperience delivering integrated, multichannel communications and social media campaignsStrong understanding of Canadian healthcare, policy, and access environmentsBring strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and healthcare policy expertise to Gilead’s patient-focused public affairs work across Canada.
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