2025-02-05

Pharma Group Communications Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

PHARMA GROUP COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Organization Description

 

Pharma Group (PG) represents the voice of the international research-based pharmaceutical industry in Vietnam. Pharma Group currently has 21 members who share the mission of ensuring fast and sustainable access to high quality, safe and innovative medicines for patients in Viet Nam. Member companies are headquartered in the EU, UK, Switzerland, the U.S. and Japan.

Pharma Group operates as a Sector Committee of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham). EuroCham is one the principal voices of the European business community in Vietnam, representing over 1,000 businesses. EuroCham’s mission is to represent the business interests of its members in Vietnam and to improve the business environment in the country for the benefit of all.

MAIN DUTIES

Job Title

Pharma Group Communications Officer  

Reporting to

Pharma Group Communications Manager  

Directly supervise

N/A

Job Summary

 

The Communications Officer is responsible for developing and executing Pharma Group’s communication strategy to enhance Pharma Group’s visibility, reputation and engagement with key internal and external stakeholders. This includes:

  • Developing compelling, high-quality and visually appealing content for various platforms
  • Collaborating with the Pharma Group Secretariat to analyze policy changes and integrate insights into media messaging
  • Leading or supporting the planning and execution of events, conferences and workshops   
  • Managing PG internal communication platforms

This role is dynamic, fast-paced, highly collaborative, and covers a broad range of strategic topics that are critical to the innovative pharmaceutical industry.

Location

Ho Chi Minh City – Vietnam

Type of Contract

1-year fixed term contract upon successful completion of a 2-month probation period

Key Working Relationships

  • Internal: Pharma Group Board and General Assembly members, Working Group members, EuroCham
  • External: Media, Vietnam authorities, Embassies, regional and global associations

Main Duties

Content creation:

  • Assisting in developing and executing communication plans utilising social media platforms, traditional media channels, and direct messaging;
  • Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to develop compelling and engaging written content (e.g., press releases, website content, e-newsletters, video, etc.), ensuring it aligns with Pharma Group’s communications objectives and target audiences
  • Develop talking points, commentaries and related materials to support PG external communications

Social channel and media engagement:

  • Supporting the management and maintenance of social media platforms, ensuring consistent and active engagement with followers
  • Manage PG LinkedIn page and internal Members’ Resource section
  • Monitor the healthcare media environment for media advocacy opportunities, PR branding activities
  • Draft and direct content development of all communication vehicles and ensure alignment with overall communication strategy
  • Translating communication materials in to Vietnamese/English for use on social media and press materials.

Internal communications:

  • Assisting in developing and implementing internal communication plans to ensure effective information flow within PG Membership 
  • Creating visually appealing and informative materials for internal communications purposes, including meeting presentations, infographics

Events organisation:

  • Leading or supporting the planning and execution of events, conferences and workshops (including agency management)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience

  • Minimum 1 years of hands-on experience in a communications or public relations role
  • Experience managing projects related to communications, PR, or events, including planning, execution, and evaluation
  • Experience working with industry advocacy organisations is a plus.

Core Competencies  

  • Excellent written (including proofreading and editing) and verbal communication skills in English and Vietnamese, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences
  • Ability to communicate highly complex and dynamic information in new and creative ways
  • Ability to process and visualize information and data to create clear, convincing and audience- appropriate materials for internal and external communications 
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team and engage with diverse stakeholders.
  • A proactive team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Language

  • Good command of English and Vietnamese

What We Offer

  • Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic team where collaboration and innovation are encouraged, and your ideas are valued
  • Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact the healthcare landscape and improve patient outcomes
  • Strong network development in business community, in particular with high level stakeholders in the healthcare sector
  • Competitive compensation package 

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this job opportunity, please send your CV with a cover letter and your references (if any) to [email protected] by 17:00, 21 February 2025.

NB: due to the high number of expected applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre‐employment checks.

   Job Details  
Organisation:
EuroCham
Job location:
Ho Chi Minh
Application deadline:
2025-02-21
Send application to:
Job Types:
'Communications'   
Sectors:
'National'