Our position
Job title:
Africa Dupixent Medical Lead
Division / Business Unit
: Africa MCO, Medical International Pharma
2. About the job
Our Team:
The Africa MCO medical Team at Sanofi is a high-performing team of Medical leaders who are a trusted source of scientific and Medical information and shared insights; effective and innovative strategic partners to our internal and external stakeholders; and dedicated to public health. We represent diverse experiences and backgrounds which strengthens our team and mirrors the healthcare communities we engage.
Main Responsibilities:
The MCO Dupixent Medical Lead will lead the Medical and scientific (non-promotional) strategy for T2i portfolio/therapeutic area in close partnership with the other functional franchise leads and in alignment with the overall franchise strategy.
Strategy+ Be accountable for the development and execution of Dupixent Medical Roadmap, integrated Medical Action Plan and integrated Evidence Generation Plan (iEGP).
+ Provide strategic leadership and oversight of projects and activities for the Medical team and work in close collaboration with other departments including brand teams and Public Affairs.
+ Work with various internal stakeholders to align on strategy including:
- Field Medical to ensure alignment of office-based and field-based activities as part of Dupixent Medical Roadmap.
- Country Medical Heads.
- Global Medical team to ensure alignment of the Medical strategy.
- Additional cross-functional internal stakeholders to develop strategic imperatives and downstream strategies and tactics to support franchise goals.
+ Maintain portfolio mindset, serving as primary point of contact for near-term business and development licensing opportunities for the franchise.
+ Provide strategic guidance and insights on complex product and Medical issues.
+ Lead and drive the development of advanced Medical and scientific strategies for the portfolio therapeutic area, incorporating franchise-specific details and increased complexity.
+ High ability to lead pre-launch activities successfully understanding and preparing the medical communities and the ecosystem.
+ Participate in the co-creation of the global Medical evidence generation plan and ensure Medical needs are accounted for and addressed.
+ Closely collaborate with evidence generation advisor and cross-functional partners to generate a large and complex evidence portfolio to support products in pre-/peri-launch phases.
+ Cultivate innovation mindset in supporting evidence generation plans for candidates in early development and providing country level insights for the long term portfolio/franchise strategy.
People Leadership+ Lead the Medical team through direct management of Medical advisors/managers and indirectly with field based teams.
+ Create a best-in-class talent pipeline by developing, identifying, and attracting talent.
+ Serve as a role Model that embodies Sanofi’s culture.
+ Provide mentorship and guidance for those overseeing the development of advanced educational materials and presentations for use by the Medical team.
+ Foster growth and development through clear performance expectations and regular coaching/feedback, encouraging a culture of continuous learning, and improvement.
+ Facilitate a positive and inclusive team culture that values diversity, excellence, and collaboration.
+ Collaborate with internal partner to acquire, retain, and develop talent.
External Stakeholder Engagement+ Conduct and maintain in-depth stakeholder engagement plan.
+ Identify and address challenges to optimal patient care through partnership with Systems of Care, Academic Medical Centers, HCPs, and other Professional Societies.
+ Provide a high scientific level of expertise within the team; develop and lead collaborations with key experts in the field.
+ Maintain relationships with key professional societies and key experts.
+ Provide guidance on Dupixent multiple indications and related Medical issues and seek impactful insights.
+ Provide scientific education on disease states, epidemiology, and clinical trials of Dupixent when relevant.
+ Lead external advisory boards focused on the existing indications and the ones in the pipeline.
+ Foster collaborations with key experts in the field, leveraging advanced scientific expertise.
Data Generation+ Empower Medical advisor team/evidence generation advisor to oversee the design and execution of Sanofi-sponsored studies, including Ph 4 post-marketing and observational studies.
+ Coordinate investigator-initiated study (IIS) progress with Evidence Generation Advisor and Country Study Lead.
+ Work with R&D and Clinical Development teams to provide Medical input to design integrated evidence generation plans (iEGP) encompassing clinical development (Ph1-3) and post-marketing clinical trials (Ph4).
Medical Operations+ Provide Medical guidance to internal Sanofi customers, including contribution of Medical information and clinical trial data for pharmacovigilance (PV) reports to health authorities.
+ Oversee creation of educational materials and presentation for use by the Medical team, development scientific communication and education initiatives using scientific/Medical expertise, customer insights, and understanding of launch strategy; train and educate internal and external stakeholders.
+ Develop and oversee the franchise budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effective approaches are used to achieve strategic objectives.
Maintain Compliance
Abide by the requirements of the code of Ethics including but not restricted to maintaining high professional standards of conduct in line with the Company procedure with a duty of care to the reputation of the Company
Ethical Leadership
Takes personal accountability to use personal experience and knowledge, as well as the training and tools provided by Sanofi, to maintain a good knowledge and understanding of all ethics and governance relevant to the role (including the Industry Code of Practice, Sanofi Policies and Procedures and any relevant legal requirements) and demonstrate personal leadership in applying these to all work undertaken.
Environmental and Safety Leadership
To care for his/her own safety and wellbeing and the safety of others, and to co-operate with the company to ensure a safe place of work. Employees are therefore expected to:
Support and conform to Company safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy working environment Report any accident, incident or near miss, whether it be of personal injury or property damage Thoroughly read all safety documentation issues by the Company and comply with its requirements.
Health, Safety and Environment Responsibilities
Comply with company procedures and current regulations on hygiene and safety. Properly use the work equipment, dangerous substances, and preparations as well as the supplied collective and personal protective equipment according to the instructions received. Promote and follow the HSE rules and ‘Act responsibly’ to protect yourself and others from an injury and ill health conditions while at the work locations and/or while using road e.g. traffic rules, emergency evacuation procedure, medical surveillance, healthy lifestyle etc. Engage the HSE department in the related activities (where applicable) and be sure that the work performed follows the local HSE regulations, Corporate HSE Policy and key requirements. Attend HSE training. Promptly report to your superior any dangerous conditions of which you become aware
About you
Education/Experience/Certification:
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate level education: MD or equivalent Medical degree preferred, PhD or PharmD. 5+ years experience in Medical Affairs, ideally with relevant TA management expertise. 3+ years' experience in managing teams.* Ability to travel up to 20-30%
