Senior Manager, Public Policy, International Government and Regulatory Affairs (IGRA)- Hybrid

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 talented professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.

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Brief Job Overview

The Senior Manager, Public Policy in International Government and Regulatory Affairs (IGRA) is an integral position within a global team of public policy and regulatory affairs experts. The candidate will play an active role in the development of evidence-based policy positions and advocacy strategies to advance USP’s mission and impact. Examples of policy areas include, but are not limited to, the integrity of the global medicines supply chain, addressing sub-standard and falsified medicines, and ensuring quality throughout the life cycle of medicines.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across USP’s global organization, the policy content generated and managed by the Senior Manager will be utilized in dialogues with policy makers and influencers. It will be delivered in multiple platforms including policy forums, whitepapers, and various communications channels.
Essential skills include the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate – including in writing - complex policy issues to a variety of audiences, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively across cultures and geographies.

How will YOU create impact here at USP?

• Actively contribute to USP’s thought leadership by researching, developing and writing evidence-based and science-led policy positions relevant to USP’s mission. Examples of focus areas include ensuring the quality of medicines across the life cycle and integrity of supply chain.
• Specific focus is on collecting and synthesizing international perspectives on existing and evolving policy positions related to USP’s mission. This involves an understanding of the diversity of healthcare systems across the globe, as well as the interplay between US and ex-US policy.
• Play an active role in supporting the execution of key projects within the International Government & Regulatory Affairs Team and broader Global External Affairs Team. This requires strong collaboration skills, agility working in a global environment, ability and willingness for hands-on work, and critical thinking skills to identify highest-impact opportunities.
• Support the expansion and strengthening of USP’s network of global experts and leaders. This includes collaborating with public policy team members across the globe to expand and develop USP’s network of expert volunteers and bring global expertise and insights into USP’s work. • Embrace and emulate USP’s Core Values (Foster Stewardship, Act Courageously, Passion for Quality, Commitment to Others); high ethical standards; and commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging.

Who USP is Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field (Public Policy, Public Health, Political Science, Law, Pharmacy, Medicine, Life Sciences, etc.).
• Eight (8) years of experience in public policy, public health, and/or regulatory affairs, including experience working with international teams.
• Prior experience working for a science-based organization related to p