Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications

Novugen is a wholly owned subsidiary of SciTech International, a UAE-based group with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. We specialize in venturing into strategic healthcare businesses and developing world-class healthcare facilities across the globe. With operations in multiple countries across continents, our global presence and expertise empower us to meet the complex challenges of delivering hard-to-source, technology-intensive pharmaceutical products to market.

Our manufacturing facilities in Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan, are the first USFDA-approved pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. We are also the first pharmaceutical company in the region to be vertically integrated from R&D to manufacturing, giving us greater control over the supply chain and reflecting our commitment to meeting a wide range of stringent regulatory standards.

At Novugen, we are united by a shared vision, with a team of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities working together towards one common goal. We are driven by a passion for science and innovation, striving to accelerate the launch of pharmaceuticals that lack robust generic alternatives due to their complexity. Our continued investment in R&D and dedication to excellence aim to provide early access to affordable, high-quality medicines, impacting lives across the world.

Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare and changing lives everywhere.

About the role

The Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications will support the business as usuals (BAUs) and strategic intent for Corporate Communications Unit to enhance internal and external brand communications, corporate initiatives, revenue generation as well as stakeholder engagement. Reporting to the Associate Manager, Corporate Communications, the incumbent will collaborate with cross-functional teams and Leadership team to ensure effective communications rollout across various channels.

• A brand custodian to ensure internal and external communication plans are in line with Novugen’s brand positioning and strategy for Head Office, subsidiaries and country affiliates e.g. Novugen USA.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of brand guidelines to ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across all communication channels.
• Focal point for all internal media and communications release including announcement of key project wins, new product launches, company-wide events, memos, newsletters etc on behalf of CEO office.
• Conceptualize and design printed as well as digital marcom materials. These include news releases, annual reports, media advisory, email and event invitation templates, corporate videos and presentation decks and / or customised collaterals.
• Partner with cross functional departments and assist with events through communications expertise to enhance the corporate branding. E.g. developing CEO’s presentation, designing event materials that include Novugen brand identity, and creating activities that promotes the company on social media platforms.
• Planning, executing media outreach strategies and deliver all corporate communications material to convey messages and images consistent with the Company’s mission and strategy.
• Conduct media monitoring and regular market research and competitor analysis focusing on communication efforts, media strategies and branding activities, performed in the market.
• Support in crisis communications efforts, moderate website contents as well as social media platforms. Filter media and public enquiries and elevate to the right parties as and when required.
• Raise the visibility of Senior Leaders on social media and public speaking forums
• Support in the Corporate Communications department budget planning exercise
• Assist in managing relationships with media outlets, industry influencers, and other external stakeholders.
• Manage provider database and carry out credentialing of vendors. Partner with design house, marketing agencies for collaterals, giveaways, corporate gifts, mementos, awards and other merchandise, etc
• Proactively conduct sanity check on Corporate Communications database to ensure data integrity and hygiene
• Keep abreast with emerging media coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities and risk impact. Propose latest communications strategies to Management for continuous improvement
• Partner with Human Resources or Novugen Social Club committee in driving employee engagement activities by providing communications expertise.
• To lead CSR program management and execution.

About you

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Public Relations

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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