Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Director to lead the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of client programs, with a focus on pharmaceutical meetings and events. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in program management, client relations, and the nuances of live and virtual event production within the healthcare space.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership: Oversee end-to-end program delivery for pharmaceutical clients, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
- Client Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and strategic guidance.
- Team Management: Lead cross-functional teams including project managers, event producers, and content developers to deliver seamless program execution.
- Event Oversight: Direct the planning and execution of live and virtual meetings, including advisory boards, investigator meetings, symposia, and internal training events.
- Budget & Timeline Management: Develop and manage program budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and innovation across all program elements.
- Reporting & Analytics: Provide post-program analysis and reporting to clients, highlighting outcomes, insights, and recommendations for future initiatives.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Proven success managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs across live and virtual formats.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations in pharmaceutical communications.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience with virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, ON24, Webex) and event technologies.
- Ability to travel as needed for live event execution.
Preferred Skills
- PMP or similar project management certification.
- Familiarity with medical education, clinical trial communications, or HCP engagement strategies.
- Experience working in an agency or consultancy setting.
Desired Skills and Experience Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Director to lead the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of client programs, with a focus on pharmaceutical meetings and events. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in program management, client relations, and the nuances of live and virtual event production within the healthcare space.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership: Oversee end-to-end program delivery for pharmaceutical clients, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
- Client Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and strategic guidance.
- Team Management: Lead cross-functional teams including project managers, event producers, and content developers to deliver seamless program execution.
- Event Oversight: Direct the planning and execution of live and virtual meetings, including advisory boards, investigator meetings, symposia, and internal training events.
- Budget & Timeline Management: Develop and manage program budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and innovation across all program elements.
- Reporting & Analytics: Provide post-program analysis and reporting to clients, highlighting outcomes, insights, and recommendations for future initiatives.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Proven success managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs across live and virtual formats.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations in pharmaceutical communications.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience with virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, ON24, Webex) and event technologies.
- Ability to travel as needed for live event execution.
- PMP or similar project management certification.
- Familiarity with medical education, clinical trial communications, or HCP engagement strategies.
- Experience working in an agency or consultancy setting.
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