Work closely with :
Global Oncology Communications, Each division/department within JOBU (Especially Medical Affaiars), R&D function
Communications
Take a lead in :
- Formulate short- and medium- to long-term strategy for internal/external communication
- Strengthen the reputation and brand of JOBU through effective means and contents of communications
- Ensure transparency to external stakeholders through timely and appropriate information disclosure
- Make an effective external communications through appropriate management of external media based on the proper relationship with them
- Enhance employee engagement through accurate and effective internal communication activities
Work closely with :
Global Oncology Communications, Each division/department within JOBU, and JPBU
CSR & Donations
Take a lead in :
- Develop and execute a CSR and strategic donation plan aligned with JOBU’s patient-centric vision and communication strategy, in close collaboration with relevant internal functions.
- Establish governance and ensure compliance for all CSR/donation activities, including due diligence, documentation, approval processes, and transparent record management.
- Measure and communicate the impact of CSR and donation initiatives through clear objectives, KPIs, and internal/external communications as appropriate.
Work closely with :
Finance, Legal/Ethics & Compliance, JPBU, and Global Oncology Communications.
Leadership Team
Demonstrate her/his leadership in managing broader business and making decisions as a member of the leadership teams below
- Japan Oncology Leadership Team (JOLT)
- Global Oncology Patient Advocacy & Communications Leadership Team
Team Management
- Hire, coach, develop, inspire, motivate and retain talents in her/his team
- Elevate organizational capabilities for sustainable operations.
- Partner with cross functional groups by providing expertise and insights, and well founded recommendations.
- Create a compelling and robust development and succession plan for her/his position
EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Educational Background
- BA/BS degree
- MBA or relevant Master degree is preferred.
Professional Background and Expertise
- Minimum of 5+ years working experience in developing and executing communication strategies (Investors Relations / Customer Relations / Employee Relations) by managing effectively external venders, agencies and media
- Working experience in pharmaceutical industry (Understanding legal restrains, regulations and business practice related to the pharmaceutical industry) is a plus.
- Working experience in a consulting firm on a communication strategy of healthcare/pharmaceutical industries is a plus
- Working experience in leading jobs/projects related to patient advocacy is a plus.
- Ability to demonstrate agility to adapt fast-changing external environments
- Project management skills in resourcing, timeline to provide hands-on coaching to team members
- Very keen on newfangled digital technology.
Leadership and Management Capabilities
- Experience in managing people/a team.
- Experience to lead a change management
- Excellent capability to manage multilple projects parallelly in collaboration with related functions
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence, lead, negotiate and work effectively at all levels within a matrix and multi-cultural environment by embracing “Diversity and Inclusion”.
- Enthusiasm, confidence, aibility to develop capability of the organization and indivuals in his/her team.
- Capability of demonstrating enterprise strategic thinking, initiative and creativity.
- Strong in problem identification as well as problem solving with prioritization in implementation
Values
- A firm belief of “Patient Centricity”.
- A strong commitment to contribute to curing cancer.
Languages
- Japanese : Ability to communicate or understand written or listening in local Japanese language after appointment (N-3 level within 6 months to reach N-2 level within a year upon assignment)
- English : Excellent in writing and speaking to work effectively with global organization
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Oncology Business Unit (OBU) is an independent business unit with all core functions (e.g. Patient Advocacy & Comms, Medical Affairs, Access, ComEx, Business Operations, Marketing, and Sales) embedded within the BU to ensure agile and flexible decision making in the fast-changing world.
- Japan OBU, established in 2015, is fully responsible for the oncology business of Takeda in Japan, and reports directly to the Global OBU structure. This structure enables the organization to take the advantage of close connection with the Global Organization, as well as to foster the mindset of a biotech-like agility. It has more than doubled its business and organization in the past few years, and will be the key driver for growth of GOBU in the coming years with multiple launches expected.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Position Location: Nishonbashi Hon-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Reasonable domestic/international travel required
- Hybrid working style with on-site and remote (required working in the office about 30% of business days)
タケダのDE＆I
Better Health, Brighter Future
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:
Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.
Important Notice concerning working conditions:
It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.
It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.