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In 2003, Gilead launched pioneering programs to provide access to our medicines in low- and middle-income countries. Since that time, we have learned that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to treatment access challenges. That's why we work with public health officials, community advocates, researchers, doctors, and patients to understand barriers and opportunities, with a focus on communities impacted by HIV, viral hepatitis, and visceral leishmaniasis.
We have the following exciting opportunity in the Global Patient Solutions Business Unit:

The Voluntary License Alliance Management Lead, Global Patient Solutions, will be responsible for managing the Global Patient Solutions (GPS) network of Voluntary Licensees (VLs) ensuring effective coordination with VLs in compliance with the VL agreements with the aim to enable the availability of Gilead's life-saving medicines to patients in the GPS Region through our generic licensing partnerships. This role requires forging strong collaborative relationships with VLs to ensure implementation and deliverables related to the Voluntary License contractual agreements and the goals for the program. This role is a lead role with high expectations for the individual to work collaboratively across an equally high-level matrix organization which includes Global Operations, Legal, IP, Anti-Counterfeit, Compliance, Finance, IT, Medical, Government and Public Affairs teams, and more. The Voluntary Alliance Management Lead will report directly to the GPS Executive Director, Distribution, Supply & Voluntary License. The role can be based in India or London (UK).

Main Responsibilities:

Operate as the main point of contact for all license agreement negotiations and amendment of existing agreements, always ensuring that consistency of terms and conditions for each voluntary license is maintained . Manage contractual compliance for all existing voluntary licensees and MPP with the aim to optimize the value of each voluntary license for Gilead and that we remain the partner of choice

Coordination with internal functions to support implementation of Voluntary License agreements and efficient operations

Participate as a member of the Anti-Counterfeit Team(ACT) working group as an active partner with the various Legal teams(IP, ACT, Compliance) identifying, enforcing and preventing diversion and counterfeit product.

Management of effective cadence for external and internal engagement- progress reviews, understanding of barriers, unmet needs and opportunities are understood

Management of monthly/quarterly reporting deliverables from VL partners including Royalty reporting, payments and debt collection when appropriate, audit compliance, etc.

Development and continuous improvement of Competitive Intelligence data and dashboards allowing visibility of VL activity including reach of our medicines data to key stakeholders across the organization for accurate reporting of numbers

Directly support Legal for ongoing contract requirements (amendments, recordations, terminations, compliance obligations, litigation, etc.)

Provide insight of emerging trends in voluntary licensing and collaborate with IP, Legal, Government and Public Affairs and other senior level stakeholders on an adhoc and often times, urgent basis for information to support a variety of complex matters related to IP, Compulsory licensing, public reputation, impact of our efforts, etc.

Continuous Improvement mindset to drive the evolution of the VL model including opportunities to improve existing agreements and innovative collaborations for future VL

Management and efficient operation and improvements of the VL Portal with relevant internal and external stakeholders and efficient access to the data for accurate and timely availability of dashboards. . Close communication and coordination with the Head of Distribution, Supply and Voluntary License (VL) providing insight and knowledge that will support improved and innovative opportunities for supply and/or low-cost of Non VL Gilead products.

Key Requirements:

Track record of negotiating and re-negotiating license agreements aimed at making Gilead life-saving medicines available in L and LMICs quickly and equitably with partners with aligned goals.

Ability to contribute innovate approaches for distribution of high-value medicines in the most cost-effective manner to L and LMICs bility to contribute innovative approaches

Proven leadership skills with an ability to set a vision, to inspire, to champion change, drive innovative thinking and influence across functions;

A self-starter, driven mentality, taking personal ownership and initiative, with the ability to navigate through ambiguity, exhibit resourcefulness and provide prioritization and focus

Has a track record of working in cross-functional teams, with experts from different functions driving business success in matrix organizations including Product Development and Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, Regulatory, Global Value Access and Pricing, Global Strategy and Operations and organizational Leadership teams

Ability to establish robust professional relationships, create alignment, resolve conflict, and inspire others

Has the ability to influence with impact, with and without formal authority, with direct, deep people management experience

Has excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills;

Brings a minimum of 15 plus years of pharmaceutical business experience in global or regional roles, particularly in marketing and international commercial operations, health economy, access and reimbursement, or public policy, in the research-based Biopharmaceutical Industry;

Has experience in Emerging Markets either in Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe or Asia Pacific, with experience in working with non-profit and supranational organizations a plus

Has a bachelor degree in business, economics, international relations or public health, with an MBA or a Master's degree an added benefit

Is fluent in the English language, with knowledge of a second language spoken in the GPS region

Able to travel up to 60% of time

Has a minimum of 15 plus years of pharmaceutical industry experience in a global, regional, or country role, particularly in sales and marketing management and, commercial operations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence, negotiate and find alignment with stakeholders internal and external

Demonstrated excellent planning, project management and organizational skills with strong time management skills, and the appropriate attention to detail

Previous work experience in Emerging Markets

Ability to prioritize workload, resources, and manage several complex assignments at the same time

Has an ability to effectively communicate technical and qualitative information to non-technical audiences, including senior management, through interpersonal, verbal, and written channels

A strong team player with demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional, international teams

Able to work autonomously with little supervision in a fast paced and changing environment across multiple time zones and geographies

Proven track record of influencing others with impact without formal authority

Ability to develop solutions to a wide variety of highly complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation

Has a bachelor's degree in science, business, economics, public health, or related field with an MBA, Master's degree or PhD.

Is fluent in English with knowledge of a second language spoken in India a plus.

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