Associate Director, Change Management & Communications – Development

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Job Description The Associate Director, Change Management and Communications, Development provides strategic support and direction within the Development organization’s Change Management capability.
This individual will ensure the effective design and deployment of change management and communications strategies for multiple initiatives focused on improvements to our ways of working.
Initiatives will require engagement across many Gilead Development functions - including Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Sciences, Medical Affairs, Regulatory and more.
Additionally, this individual will enable and support crucial leadership updates to ensure effective sponsorship of key initiatives to drive results.
They will also support the management of change management processes and key communication activities throughout Development, including strategic and operational level planning.
Essential Duties and Job Functions: Support the development and evolution of a structured change management and communications methodology across Development, aligned to the Gilead strategy and functional goals Develop and apply change management strategies, tools and processes to ensure sustained adoption of Development initiatives (including creation of impact assessments and comprehensive, tailored change management plans) Utilize existing communication channels and create new ones to ensure a common change story is communicated across Development and other targeted internal stakeholder groups - creating broader awareness, understanding, support, and excitement for change Build and lead change communities, facilitating regular discussions ensuring two-way communication Provide change management consultation to executives and business partners Proactive planning to manage and mitigate potential areas of change resistance Consult business partners on effective change communication techniques Build and maintain cross-functional relationships with business leads and change champions Create, recommend, and/or enable reinforcement mechanisms and celebrations of success Other duties as needed Knowledge, Experience and Skills: BA/BS in communications, business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in change management, communications, project management or combination, preferably in life sciences, healthcare, or the biopharma industry Experience leading large-scale, complex organizational change efforts Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools; Change Management Certification is preferred (Prosci, CCMP) Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal A solid understanding of the clinical development process, preferably within biopharma Experience building professional working relationships at all levels within and across the organization Strong analytical and decision-making skills Comfortable providing counsel to senior leaders Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while delivering on-time, high quality results Self-motivated and able to work independently to execute strategic direction The salary range for this position is: $177,905.
00 - $230,230.
00.
Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.
This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
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