Healthcare Systems Partner (Policy & Access)

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

At Roche, we believe every patient deserves the best care possible. We are looking for a visionary Healthcare Systems Partner (HSP) to serve as a local face of Roche Philippines. In this function-agnostic role, you will be a catalyst for change, working at the heart of the healthcare ecosystem to shape a future where innovation is accessible to all.

• Subject matter expertise in developing Policy & Access
• Influence healthcare ecosystem shaping
• Patient focussed opportunity to make impact now

Role Purpose

As an Healthcare Systems (Policy & Access) Partner (HSP), you are an empowered leader dedicated to strengthening the Philippine healthcare system. You will move beyond traditional boundaries to identify shared purposes with government bodies, regulators, payers, and patient advocates. Your mission is to co-create sustainable solutions that dismantle barriers to care and deliver significantly better outcomes for patients and society.

What you will work on:

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Ecosystem Innovation: Drive transformative healthcare innovation by partnering with external stakeholders to create long-term value for the Philippine patient community
• Trusted Partnership: Act as the primary, trusted point of contact for high-level system stakeholders, managing complex relationships with transparency and integrity
• VACC Leadership: Embody the Visionary, Architect, Coach, Catalyst (VACC) model to influence both internal strategies and external healthcare movements
• Strategic Bridging: Connect Roche’s global expertise and internal networks with the local ecosystem to facilitate knowledge exchange and secure vital resources
• Policy & Access: Influence healthcare policy development and infrastructure building to improve local models of care and patient journeys
• System Shaping: Identify systemic roadblocks and co-develop solutions that enhance the efficiency and equity of the healthcare environment
• Knowledge Leadership: Stay at the forefront of healthcare trends, providing deep insights into local governance, funding, and regulatory processes

Who you are:

• Strategic System Thinker: You possess a "systems thinking" mindset with the ability to listen deeply to stakeholder needs and connect them to broader health goals
• Experienced Leader: You bring a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing complex, high-stakes projects within the healthcare sector
• Healthcare Expert: You have a deep understanding of healthcare systems, governance, and the nuances of the Philippine regulatory and payer landscape
• Policy Advocate: You ideally bring experience in policy-making or public affairs, with the ability to navigate and influence legislative or institutional frameworks. Experience and/or ability to review and write healthcare policy related documents preferred.
• Entrepreneurial & Self-Managed: You are a proactive self-starter who thrives in a networked environment and is comfortable with ambiguity
• Educational Background: You hold a University degree in Science, Economics, or Business. An MBA or advanced Life Science degree is highly regarded
• Bilingual Communicator: You are fluent in the local language and have a high proficiency in English to ensure seamless collaboration with our global teams
• Technology Savvy: You effectively leverage AI and other advanced technologies to drive efficiency and generate strategic insights

This field-based role may require domestic travel and is open to candidates that have full eligibility to live and work in the Philippines.

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes or enquiries from recruitment agencies. Roche has a dedicated in-house Talent Acquisition team.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.