POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Snr. Medical Manager reports directly to the Country Medical Director in the respective Market/Cluster.
As a customer-facing medical function, the Snr. Medical Manager, will have 75% of his time in the Field.
The Snr. Medical Manager is responsible for managing and developing MSL  in his designated TA (if applicable)
The Snr. Medical Manager Provide education... on the clinical impact of Pfizer medicinal products to help inform customer decision-making and improve patient outcomes through the communication of real-world data and scientific evidence.
Maintain a required level of knowledge of relevant TA/disease states and Pfizer medicines, providing therapeutic area/product information to both internal and external stakeholders as needed
Snr. Medical Manager is responsible for KOL management related to his/her own therapeutic specialty and is the medical partner for KOLs in his markets.
He will be the internal and external ambassador of the key stakeholders within the market, (universities, Health Authorities, Academic institutes.) and other medical/healthcare associations, and will engage with them to understand their patient health priorities and identify opportunities that align with the strategic Medical objectives of Pfizer
Plan and execute Medical strategies and engagement for the customers, compliantly coordinating with other Pfizer colleagues as needed to achieve Medical objectives.
Utilize knowledge and skills to design and execute educational programs to create a level of scientific awareness about relevant disease areas.
These Medical Programs are to be aligned with the Marketing and Company strategies and can be in the form of Local /regional workshops, scientific symposia, local & Int’l speakers’ tours, advisory boards either virtual or face to face.
Share with internal cross functional colleagues, the Medical insights from the customer, and identify opportunities for collaboration to improve patient care.
Understand the priorities of Global and Regional Pfizer Medical Affairs in order to contribute to the local Medical content strategy development and execute aligned Medical tactics
Demonstrate expertise in communication across multiple channels, including, live and virtual presentations in small or large settings, written communication, or virtual conversations
Respond to unsolicited requests from customers regarding scientific interpretation of clinical information
Identify Disease area/Customers’ unmet Medical needs and exchange these gaps with the local stakeholders to feed the internal Medical and Marketing Strategies
Provide the necessary medical support to Clinical Research, MI, Public Affairs and Regulatory  departments.
S.Medical Manager is responsible of reviewing and approving grants based on merits and scientific content.
Execute local research projects and contribute to the local and Regional publications based on the identified Medical gaps
In collaboration with Global Medical Affairs colleagues, partner with local clinical research team in the identification of potential sites for Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Medical doctor (MBChB or MD) registered locally with Health Professions Council of South Africa is a minimum requirement. Additional qualifications are welcome
More than 4 years Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs experience

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Technical skills required and/or preferred, as applicable.

Demonstrate clinical and technical expertise:  Experienced in interpreting scientific data, capabilities in medical writing and authorship
Full awareness of pharmaceutical industry codes, policies, local regulations as well as FCPA
Experience with regulatory, clinical research and pharmacovigilance
Possess strong strategic, analytical, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills
Ability to both provide and receive constructive feedback
Collaborate effectively and demonstrate leadership and teamwork with peers, internal stakeholders and external customers that inspires alignment and partnership on a shared vision or strategy
Diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including the ability to influence and collaborate with peers and create business impact
Strong analytic skills including creativity and effectiveness in proactively identifying and addressing challenges
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong comprehension and communication skills, including ability to communicate large amounts of scientific information in a manner that is clear and concise
Demonstrate a strong patient-centric, customer-focused approach with the utmost medical professionalism
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills: ability to manage and handle conflict constructively.
Demonsrate the ability to Work within a matrixed, multi-disciplinary team
Well-organized with the ability to be flexible, prioritize multiple demands, and employ strong situational leadership skills
Rapidly adopt and utilize new digital technology and other resources with medical customers and record medical interactions
Effectively manage through and lead change in an ever-changing and evolving external health care environment

Position Relationships: 

Internal (Marketing – Sales – Regulatory – Clinical Research – Medical Information – legal-Public Affairs, PHI, Regional Medical and Global Medical Teams)
External (KOLs, Speakers, Decision Makers, Local Medical Societies, Health authorities) more

Job Summary
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This position is responsible for protecting Pfizer’s assets throughout the assigned region. In addition to investigating a wide variety of threats to those assets – thefts, fraud, trafficking in counterfeit Pfizer products and other product integrity matters – supports and provides guidance to those with physical... security responsibility across the region and, in collaboration with the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) and other Global Security colleagues.
Supports the management of crisis incidents that impact sites within the region. As an investigator and case manager, incumbent shall develop, implement, manage, and refine comprehensive strategies designed to identify security threats in today's global marketplace, while facilitating a swift and effective organizational response in the event an incident or threat is discovered to have the potential to compromise patient safety or brand integrity. Will provide investigative support as needed to Compliance Investigations; Global Information Security; Employee Relations; Global Security’s Fraud and Physical Risk Mitigation groups, while working closely with Global Security’s Strategic Intelligence Group, and provide investigative support for other business needs as required. Will facilitate key business unit requests and cultivate internal partnerships with Global Security colleagues, business functions, business leaders including Country Cluster Leads, Site leaders, Site Security, and Information Security Officers to support all Global Security, Compliance, and Pfizer business in the region.
Will closely liaise with government, industry, investigative, and law enforcement professionals as it relates to Product Integrity and security matters.
The successful candidate should have solid knowledge of illicit trade and supply practices of pharmaceuticals in Africa, and demonstrable experience of the pharmaceutical or a similar industry, in order to identify and drive forward realistic avenues for increased access to quality medicines by African patients and protect public health.

Job Responsibilities
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Manage investigations (counterfeits, diversion, theft, fraud, and other security matters) initiated through product complaints, law enforcement agency referrals and initiated internally through Global Security.
Develops sources of information, witnesses, and conducts investigations to disrupt transnational criminal activity involving the manufacturing and trafficking of fake Pfizer medicines and grey market products that pose a risk to patients, and resolves other investigative matters that impact Pfizer business activities in assigned region in coordination with the other GS colleagues and Security Director - Africa.
Coordinates investigations as appropriate with law enforcement agencies; monitors all investigations until a final disposition; and provide expert witness testimony to both domestic and foreign law enforcement proceedings.
Provides oversight of services of outside consultants operating in Africa to support investigations.
Responsible for case management of assigned investigative matters.
Maintains an excellent working relationship with all Pfizer business leaders including Country Presidents, Cluster Leads, Country Managers, Site leaders, Site Security, and Information Security Officers; as well as with all GS colleagues; and quickly develops a Pfizer Corporate and Regional leadership knowledge that is essential to their performance in the position.
Develops and investigates collateral matters from other GS Directorates as assigned by the Director – Africa and Regional Sr. Director.
Develop and present Product Integrity awareness training to law enforcement and government officials, and internal and external stakeholders in assigned region, regarding Pfizer products and anti-counterfeiting strategies, to protect Pfizer trademarks in the market. Conduct professional media interviews as appropriate.
Ensures the protection of Pfizer’s reputation through timely investigation and resolution of all related reports of criminal or potentially criminal activity as it impacts Pfizer.
Ensures security threats to the business are understood, assessed, and countered effectively and in coordination with the relevant GS counterpart/s. Works collaboratively with the relevant business units to achieve best practice and appropriate integration.
Provides investigational support to the Compliance Group in relation to internal integrity and FCPA enquiries, where necessary and appropriate. Experience with management of internal compliance investigations is desirable.
Foster, develop, and maintain professional relationships with law enforcement, regulatory and other government agencies necessary to effectively accomplish the role.
Supports risk mitigation efforts to protect colleagues, real and intellectual property, reputation, and the integrity of our medicines.
Operate at a senior level with the proven ability to work cross-functionally, influencing others at all levels. There will be a strong focus on working with the local Pfizer business operation, briefing Senior Management on security issues, both internal and external to the company, and providing accurate opinions and objective analyses for resolution.
Conduct due diligence and other background security investigations in accordance with Pfizer’s policies and local laws, using all legally available intelligence sources to verify the company always engages with legitimate and ethical business partners.
Provide budget oversight to ensure that security services provided in the EMEA region are cost effective.

Qualifications / Skills

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