Director, Alliance & Advocacy, US CVRM

AstraZeneca

Job Location:

Wilmington, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director Alliance & Advocacy US CVRM

Wilmington DE

Global Corporate Affairs

Hybrid Work- on average 3 days/week

20% travel mostly to New York and Washington DC

As the US CVRM Advocacy & Alliance Director you will shape AstraZenecas approach to partnering across the cardiovascular renal and metabolic landscape in the United States. You will set an overarching direction for collaboration with communitybased and professional groups cultivate trusted relationships with external leaders and independent voices and ensure all interactions reflect the highest standards of integrity and compliance. Internally you will be a connective force within Corporate Affairs and across scientific commercial and access teamsbringing forward lived experience and stakeholder insight to inform decisions and amplify AstraZenecas commitment to the communities we serve.

What youll do

Accountable for development of the US strategy planning execution and delivery of apatient-focused organizationengagement planaligned to AstraZeneca businessobjectivesacrosschroniccardiovascularrenaland metabolic conditions.

Maintain two-way dialogue withdisease-specific patient-focused and professionalorganizations to understand andidentifyunmet needandopportunityfor aligned collaboration.

Champion thepatientvoice perspective and experienceamongst internal colleagues advocating forreal worldcommunityperspective in the discovery development and delivery of AstraZenecas products.

Develop and apply stakeholder mapping toidentifyand develop new strategic relationships withprofessional andpatient-focused non-profitorganizations in therapeutic areas.

Serve as internal project lead for strategic partnershipsleadershipexchanges and outputs (e.g. white papers) ensuring deliverables are met within scope on time and within budget.

Representdisease-specific non-profitinterests to internal cross-functional partners including but not limited to: Commercial Medical Affairs Government Policy & Advocacy Corporate Affairs Clinical Research Regulatory Market Access Global Patient Affairs and Legal.

Communicate advocacy programs and activities to internal stakeholders and represent the companys patient-focusedefforts and priorities externally.

Coordinateregularmeetings with AstraZeneca leadership anddisease-specific non-profit organizationsto ensure continuity of relationships and trust building.

Partner with USCVRMBrand CommunicationsandGlobal Corporate Affairs colleagues to create media relations and strategic communications to highlight partnerships as needed.

Plan and leaddisease-specific professional and patient-focusedorganization and independent patient advocate engagement at major medical congresses.

Partner with policy and government affairs colleagues to engage with advocacy groups to advancealignedstate and federal respiratory policy priorities.

Handle reconciliation reports and other metricsidentifiedfor planned and ad-hoc funding to partners.

Manage agency partners and vendor relationships including budget management and oversight.

Undergo training and keep teams up to date on both internal and external policies and best practices to ensureappropriate interactionswith patient-focused andprofessionalnon-profit organizations and independent patient advocates

Essential for the role

Bachelors degree

At least 8-10 years experience working with non-profit organizations
Ability to navigate complex and matrixed organizations and contribute as both a strategic counsellor and strong individual contributor

Effective communicator and storyteller

Knowledge of the Federal and State policy space

Project management capability with knowledge of and direct experience working with patient advocacy groups and/or professional associations to develop and deliver programs and projects

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Strong presentation and facilitation skills

Experience reviewing or applying for grants or corporate funding

Ability toanticipateand adapt to change with strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated innovation and creativity in problem solving

Desirable for the role

Advanced degree

Experience in Biopharmaceutical industry

Experience leading public health or disease education campaigns at a national andstatelevel

Office Working Requirements

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

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Date Posted

27-Apr-2026

Closing Date

10-May-2026

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Director Alliance & Advocacy US CVRMWilmington DEGlobal Corporate AffairsHybrid Work- on average 3 days/week20% travel mostly to New York and Washington DCAs the US CVRM Advocacy & Alliance Director you will shape AstraZenecas approach to partnering across the cardiovascular renal and metabolic land...