MCO & MYSG Communications Manager

This position double hat as the Communications Lead in the MCO, overseeing integrated communications strategies aligned with the MCO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead communication strategies for MYSG

• Coordinate the execution of integrated communications strategies at the MCO

• Oversee both corporate and therapeutic area communications

• Manage corporate messaging and brand positioning in the local market

• Develop and implement internal and external communication plans

• Coordinate media relations and press activities

• Manage stakeholder communications and relationships

• Ensure alignment between global communication objectives and local market needs

• Lead crisis communication management when needed

• Oversee digital communications and social media strategy

• Support executive communications for country leadership

Key dimensions - scope and scale

Reporting Line: Reports directly to the Head of Corporate Affairs MCO SEAI

Strategic Purpose: Lead communications strategies for MYSG and coordinate communications strategies aligned at the MCO

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies aligned at the MCO and global priorities

• Design and implement annual communications plans with measurable KPIs

• Drive narrative development for market-specific initiatives and campaigns

• Provide strategic counsel to the line Manager

External Communications & Media Relations

• Manage relationships with key media contacts across business and healthcare sectors

• Develop and maintain crisis communications protocols

• Oversee local adaptation and dissemination of global communications assets as applicable

Internal Communications

• Lead internal communications for MYSG affiliate

• Manage internal communications channels including townhalls and leadership communications

• Support change management communications for organizational initiatives

Digital & Social Media

• Oversee local social media presence across platforms whenever applicable

• Ensure compliance with global social media guidelines

Issues & Crisis Management

• Lead local crisis communications response

• Maintain and update crisis communications manual

• Conduct media training for spokespersons

• Monitor potential issues and develop mitigation strategies

• Participate in crisis simulation exercises

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

• Proven experience in communications leadership roles

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry and healthcare communications

• Experience managing both internal and external communications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities

• Experience in managing communications in complex, regulated environments