Position Summary

The Government Affairs Manager is responsible for shaping the external policy environment and strengthening AstraZeneca's engagement with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and strategic external partners. The role plays a critical part in supporting the company's Rare Disease, Respiratory, Immunology, and Vaccines portfolio by enabling a favorable policy landscape that promotes innovation, patient access, and sustainable business growth. Contributing to building reputation and image with government agencies and partners

Key Responsibilities

1. Policy Shaping & Advocacy

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret national policies, regulations, and trends relevant to healthcare, pharmaceuticals, rare disease, respiratory diseases, immunology, and vaccines.
• Identify policy opportunities and risks; develop evidence-based recommendations to advance AstraZeneca's policy priorities.
• Develop policy-shaping strategies aligned with business needs and Corporate Affairs objectives.
• Prepare policy briefs, advocacy materials, and strategic messages for internal and external stakeholders.

2. Government & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key government agencies, including the Ministry of Health, Government Office, National Assembly committees, regulatory bodies, and public health institutions.
• Engage with external partners such as professional associations, academic institutions, and policy organizations.
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Represent AstraZeneca in policy discussions, working groups, and industry platforms.

3. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with internal functions (Medical, Market Access, Communications, Commercial, Regulatory Affairs, ...) to ensure policy strategies support portfolio priorities.
• Provide timely policy insights and recommendations to internal teams in Rare Disease, Respiratory, Immunology, and Vaccines.
• Work with regional/international/global Government Affairs teams to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing.

4. Strategic Projects & Issue Management

• Lead or support Corporate Affairs initiatives that strengthen healthcare system capabilities or improve patient access.
• Identify emerging external issues and develop action plans to mitigate associated risks.
• Proactively design and implement initiatives to support policy goals and business objectives.

5. Ways of Working & Professional Conduct

• Work independently with strong initiative, responsibility, and ownership.
• Demonstrate adaptability, openness to innovation, and willingness to learn, including the use of AI tools to enhance work efficiency.
• Manage high workload under pressure and deliver results within tight timelines.
• Be willing to support general business needs when required.
• Be willing to travel for business, including long‑distance trips when needed.
• Be available to work outside working hours or weekends when business needs arise.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in medicine, pharmacy, foreign trade, or International Relations/Diplomacy.
• Preferred: master's degree in public policy, economics, or business administration.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience related to Government Affairs and 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.
• Strong understanding of the general policy environment and specifically the healthcare and pharmaceutical policy landscape in Vietnam.
• Experience working with government agencies or in functional roles related to policy, market access, or external affairs is an advantage.
• Preferred: experience in rare disease, respiratory, immunology, and vaccines therapeutic areas.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent English proficiency for daily communication and business interactions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex policy issues.
• Clear strategic thinking and the ability to build effective stakeholder engagement plans.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Independent, proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Innovative mindset and comfort working with digital and AI tools.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a dynamic environment.

Date Posted

10-thg 3-2026

Closing Date

29-thg 4-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.