Job description

Role overview

This position supports the Head of Value & Access in shaping and rolling out access, listing, pricing, and reimbursement plans so that market access outcomes are optimized for Nigeria and Ghana.

Key responsibilities

Create and put into action the country pricing and market access strategy and operating plan, while keeping the competitive environment in view to help guide the broader market approach.
Track reimbursement and pricing developments in the assigned market on an ongoing basis, spotting risks and opportunities that may affect uptake for new launches and the wider healthcare ecosystem.
Carry out market assessments by identifying existing and potential access drivers, then develop a strong value narrative that positions the portfolio against available alternatives.
Assist the SSA Head of Value & Access in building pricing approaches based on market needs and dynamics, including the overall market access requirements for both new and established products.
Support key account managers with strategic pricing decisions that fit market conditions and align with country leadership and SSA direction.
Work with payers and other decision makers involved in technical drug assessment to gather insights that can be translated into effective action.
Help localize the documents needed for account listing requirements, including the global value dossier, health economic models, and value story materials.
Provide training to key account managers and cross-functional teams on global and local HEOR tools, models, and objection handling as required.
Contribute to the planning and delivery of advocacy initiatives that support priority brands and key assets in the assigned country.
Take part in priority portfolio policy discussions and coordinate with internal teams to maintain policy alignment and active engagement across SSA.

Performance indicators

Keep track of pricing, access, regulatory changes, and major policy developments in the assigned market.
Address cross-functional access matters with Regulatory Affairs, PA, and country management teams.
Represent the company in key trade associations and policy working groups focused on pricing and market access, and help drive external advocacy on related topics.
Ensure effective deployment of the value story in the assigned country.

Education and experience

A university degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, Health Economics, or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates should bring at least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally with exposure to market access, reimbursement dossier preparation, external affairs, advocacy, and pricing.

Skills and competencies

Strong capability in managing external stakeholders within healthcare or pharmaceutical settings.
Skilled in negotiation, persuasion, and influencing others.
Hands-on experience developing and managing pricing and market access strategies.
Ability to explain value story topics clearly and convincingly.
Good collaboration skills with the ability to work across internal functions and outside partners.
Solid understanding of regulatory, access, and market conditions at country level.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

About the employer

Joining this organization means contributing to work that improves the lives of people living with disease and their families. The environment emphasizes collaboration, mutual support, and shared ambition to achieve meaningful breakthroughs.

Benefits and rewards

The employer offers benefits and rewards designed to support both personal and professional growth.

Additional information

A handbook is available in PDF format (30 MB).

Access Manager