Manages all external Communications plans, including product and disease state communications in support of business objectives
Oversees Pfizer Thoracic and GI narratives, storytelling and external engagement strategy
Drives communications strategies for branded communications and unbranded PR programs
Leads communications activities for early & late-stage bladder pipeline assets
Leads medical meeting communication strategy and execution
Manages day-to-day work of external agencies
Effectively manages allocated PR budget and resources in cooperation with Marketing and other internal stakeholders
Builds strong relationships with cross-functional partners including Legal, Medical, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Public Affairs and Policy colleagues, and global and regional Communications colleagues
Serves as Communications representative on appropriate teams
Practices effective issues management, managing plans, materials and process
Builds relationships and works with third-party organizations, advocacy groups and key opinion leaders on educational programs
Drafts press releases, Q&As, statements and other written material for use with media
Ensures alignment with global media relations and investor relations on all external programs and business issues
Keeps abreast of market dynamics and external forces that impact brands/category
Develops and maintains knowledge of communications best practices and adopts for use when appropriate

8+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism, English or related field
PR Agency experience, strongly preferred
Experience in healthcare/pharma sector, specifically Oncology, strongly preferred
Highly skilled in project management
Outstanding written and oral communications skills
Ability to develop, implement and measure success of communications plans
Ability to assimilate strategic information and convert it into clear and concise messages
Ability to work effectively across functions and levels across highly matrixed organization
Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects against tight deadlines
Commitment to excellence in work product and deliverables
Self-starter, able to work independently as well as with team
Experience in Marketing a plus
Experience in developing, managing and implementing high-science communications and public relations plans in a large, matrixed organization a plus
Experience in building franchise positioning and corporate platforms
Experience with executive communications

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

Director, Oncology Communications

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