Education . Relevant Experience:
Postgraduate degree in Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals/Science with 10 to 14 years of relevant experience, preferably in the pharma/life sciences Sector/associated industries.
Competencies:
Technical (Knowledge, Skills, Attitude)
• Skilled in conducting both primary and secondary research for various projects.• Understanding of dynamics and key issues in the Pharma industry.• Basic understanding of working with Central and State Governments, industry players, representatives, and other stakeholders.• Capable of coordinating events/business meetings/delegations.
Generic/Managerial
• Highly motivated and passionate, with a strong interest in international affairs.• Excellent research and analytical abilities.• Effective communication and writing skills.• Multi-tasking and the capability to thrive under pressure and tight deadlines.• A team player with good Interpersonal Skills.• Technical Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software applications.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Thought Leadership/Policy Advocacy work in Pharma Sector
• Monitor key developments in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, particularly in the Indian context.• Conduct in-depth research and data analysis on sectoral issues, policy developments, regulatory changes, and market trends.• Draft formal representations, consultation responses, and advocacy documents for submission to relevant government ministries, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders.• Prepare briefings, reports, policy papers, and position documents with actionable insights and recommendations.• Draft talking points, presentations, and background notes for internal and external meetings.Stakeholder Engagement
• Interface with mid-to-senior-level stakeholders across government bodies, regulatory authorities, academia, and industry.• Support engagement with FICCI’s Pharma Committee leadership and senior government officials.• Maintain and regularly update a comprehensive database of key stakeholders.Task Force . Committee Coordination
• Organize and manage periodic committee meetings, including agenda setting, documentation of minutes, and follow-ups.• Form and coordinate specialized Task Forces/expert groups to address sector-specific issues.• Collaborate with Task Forces to develop policy papers, execute targeted projects, and provide strategic inputs.Events Management
• Plan and execute roundtables, webinars, B2B meetings, and large-scale conferences.• Support in designing thematic sessions and curating content for FICCI’s annual Pharma Summits and other sectoral events.• Prepare event-related materials such as concept notes, agendas, post-event reports, and presentations.Fundraising . Partnerships
• Support in raising sponsorships and forging partnerships with relevant organizations.• Generate revenue through value-added services and strategic alliances.• Develop partnerships with external partners and generate revenue for the organization.