Regional Campaign Lead, Health and Life Sciences HEO at the British High Commission Nairobi

Working closely with the East Africa Regional Director, you will oversee the  delivery of the UK Government’s trade and investment campaign in the Health and Life Sciences sector in East Africa. As the Regional Campaign Lead, you will deliver on initiatives that promotes the UK’s excellence and growing exports and investments in the sector. You will also work proactively with teams across the region to identify and resolve market access barriers faced by UK firms in the region.  You will be required to travel occasionally across the East Africa region and beyond.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the DBT Regional Health and Life Sciences Campaign covering 5+ markets, supporting DBT’s strategic priorities and trade and investment plan in East Africa;
• Build a Health and Life Sciences exports pipeline (and a credible delivery plan), working closely with High Commission/Embassy teams across the region;
• Identify and address opportunities and barriers faced by UK companies, working closely with Economic Development and Political teams across the region’s High Commissions and embassies;
• Work with the Regional Director and High Commission/Embassy teams on all Campaign related matters, including early warning of risks and possible mitigations;
• Manage the Campaign risk file in agreement with colleagues in the region, taking the responsibility for tactical changes to the Campaign to keep delivery on track and delivery of targets;
• Build and maintain a network of senior and working-level contacts across government, and industry in the region to help promote the UK as a key partner in the sector, with a particular focus on pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices and Medical Technology (MedTech);
• Develop and cultivate successful relationships with key stakeholders in London and East Africa, relying on senior contacts and specialist knowledge;
• Work closely with the stakeholders in London (DBT, FCDO and DHSC), helping to ensure continued priority, support and resources for the region;
• Provide expert advice to UK exporters and investors on doing business in East Africa and Strategic Relationship Management of key accounts.

RESOURCES MANAGED:

Management of a campaign budget