Health Policy, Junior Manager PPTA

Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association

Brussels, Belgium

Job Detail

PPTA, a biopharmaceutical trade association, seeks a Health Policy Junior Manager to assist in raising the profile of the plasma protein therapeutics industry among senior government officials at the European and national levels:

• Supporting the successful implementation of the Association’s public affairs and political outreach program in Europe, including the European Parliament and other institutions
• Working with PPTA’s national level industry groups
• Advocate for a fair and open sector of plasma protein producers in the best interests of patients and physicians.

A successful candidate will possess the following experience and skills:

• Public affairs and political advocacy experience, ideally in the health care or pharmaceutical sector
• First-hand experience in Brussels-based public affairs and European Commission outreach
• Undergraduate degree, preferably in economics, biology or other life science, or higher public policy qualification
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate excellent ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing; additional languages desirable.

About PPTA:

The Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA) is the primary advocate for the world’s leading source plasma collectors and producers of plasma-based and recombinant biological therapeutics.

As the global representative for the plasma collection and therapeutics industry, PPTA works cooperatively with patient groups, policymakers, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders to address critical issues.

Submit resume or C.V. to: awetzel@pptaglobal.org