Manager, Government Operations, Alliance Project Management

Overview

The Manager, Government Operations, Alliance Project Management will report to the Senior Director, Government Operations, Alliance Project Management and will support program management activities related to Shionogi and Qpex’s US Government Contracts, including partnerships with agencies such as BARDA, NIH, and the Department of Defense (DOD). This role serves as a liaison with internal teams, government agencies, ensuring alignment on program deliverables, budgets, and compliance reporting. The Manager coordinates efforts of cross functional teams to successfully execute complex, multi-year agreements and foster strong business relationships. This role requires experience working on government-funded pharmaceutical programs, operational and coordination skills, and a commitment to delivering excellence in program execution.

Responsibilities

• Supports program management efforts for Shionogi products being developed in collaboration with U.S. Government agencies, ensuring alignment with program goals and timelines.
•  Ensures full compliance with federal regulations and funding guidelines while effectively managing resources to advance the development of assets governed by U.S. government agreements.
• Serves as a liaison with U.S. government personnel, cultivating collaborative relationships to drive program success.
•  Monitors and compiles report on status to internal stakeholders, proactively identifying potential issues and proposing mitigation strategies to address potential risks.
• Coordinates program meetings and teleconferences with government agencies ensuring adherence to all reporting requirements and fostering clear communication.
•  Manages development and review of program materials including presentations, meeting minutes, quarterly meeting updates, monthly reporting metrics, and cost allocations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Supports initiatives to identify and evaluate new collaboration opportunities with U.S. Government agencies, as well as coordination of White Papers, Technical Proposals, and Cost Proposals to secure future partnerships.
•  Identifies and proactively manages risks associated with government contracts, including financial, regulatory, and operational risks.
•  Monitors and tracks contingency plans and ensures adherence to risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitors and tracks submission requirements to ensure timely compliance.
•  Facilitates alignment and collaboration between internal teams (e.g., R&D, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, Legal) and external stakeholders to ensure seamless program execution.
•  Contributes to the negotiation, execution, and amendments of contracts with government agencies.
• Represents Shionogi at industry forums, conferences, or government meetings to advocate for program needs and establish thought leadership.
•  Other duties as assigned.

 Minimum Job Requirements Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in business administration, life sciences, or related field required; advanced degree such as MBA or PhD preferred
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in R&D, program management, government operations, or contract management within the pharmaceutical/biotech industries.
• Proven expertise managing complex contracts, ideally including experience with BARDA, NIH, and/or DOD.
• Successful experience navigating federal regulations, managing compliance reporting, and addressing audit requirements specific to government-funded pharmaceutical programs.
•  Financial management skills, including budgeting, cost allocation, and financial reconciliation for federally funded programs.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with senior government officials and internal stakeholders.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex technical or regulatory information into clear, compelling narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including government officials, cross-functional teams, and executive leadership.

Competencies

•  Able to establish and build close working relationships with US Government partners and across the global Shionogi organization.
•  Comfortable and capable in a variety of cultures and skilled in working across multiple functions.
• Team oriented with the confidence and integrity to work effectively as a member of an innovative and nimble global organization.
•  Able to effectively work with a highly performing functional team.
•  Able to manage day to day activities independently, with strong initiative and a high level of self-awareness
•  Able to establish rapport, value and respect within a complex and