- Develop, lead &amp; manage Healthcare communications in the country - Be a strategic Business Partner to the General Manager; a part of the Country Leadership Team - provide counsel and lead the communications mandate - Develop, execute and oversee the implementation of internal and external communication strategies and drive priority product communications as required by the business - Drive reputation as well as acceptance of priority products and mitigate risk by nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders including media, general public and internal stakeholders - Maintain a favorable reputation of the company by proactive communication, issues management and crisis planning; manage and coach internal media spokespersons - Serve as the country liaison with Global and Regional Communications and ensure cross-functional alignment. - Shape and drive our awareness and reputation in India - Localize and translate the execution of global communication &amp; selected brand strategies to drive and enable the business - Manage crisis situations effectively, in alignment with the Leadership Team and Business Partners - Lead project teams for communications related tasks i.e. issues communications, launch communications or branding initiatives - Ensure the value of communications is effectively measured and valued internally, aligned with the needs of the business Who You Are: - Degree in Communications, journalism, marketing or equivalent education - 8-10+ years communications experience in Communications in corporate/agency environment; Global exposure/experience is preferred. - Substantial experience in healthcare communications, Product PR, including internal &amp; external communications, channel management &amp; digital channel management - Substantial media relations experience both general media and healthcare branch media, experience in Rx product launches will be viewed favourably - Excellent writing, editing, copywriting and proofreading skills - Ability to work in a matrix organisation and to manage and lead people with indirect authority - Demonstrated ability to interact with, counsel and influence senior executives effectively - Proven ability to develop and execute results-driven communications strategies that are aligned with business goals and objectives - Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, goals, and project initiatives - Experience in coordinating with communications professionals, vendors and agencies - Strong tactical and analytical/strategic skills, hands-on, high energy - Ability to establish and meet deadlines, work independently under pressure and handle multiple priorities - Good English skills

Mumbai

Merck Group - Head - Communications - Healthcare Vertical 

Merck Group - Head - Communications - Healthcare Vertical  ,Job Description for Merck Group - Head - Communications - Healthcare Vertical  in Merck Group in  Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for Merck Group - Head - Communications - Healthcare Vertical  in Merck Group in  Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!