Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Director, Corporate Reputation
Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420
Director, Corporate Reputation
United States - California - Foster City Public Affairs/Communications Regular
Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life‑threatening illnesses worldwide.
As a
Director, Corporate Reputation , the key responsibilities include:
Support the evaluation and integration of corporate reputation principles within Public Affairs by identifying key reputation drivers, contributing to goal setting, and developing actionable plans that align with broader organizational objectives.
Provide reputation‑related insights and recommendations to Public Affairs Leadership, supporting alignment with organizational priorities.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support stakeholder engagement efforts that reinforce Gilead’s reputation and values.
Assist in the development and execution of crisis communication plans in partnership with senior leaders and communications teams.
Partner with Public Affairs colleagues and cross‑functional teams to embed reputation principles into communications and campaigns.
Support content development and visibility efforts that elevate Gilead’s leadership voice in alignment with reputation goals.
Contribute to the tracking and analysis of reputation metrics, using insights to inform departmental strategies and continuous improvement.
Manage vendor relationships and project budgets to ensure alignment with Public Affairs priorities and efficient resource use.
Stay informed on industry trends and support departmental efforts that enhance Gilead’s reputation and positioning in key policy and regulatory conversations, in collaboration with senior leaders and cross‑functional partners.
Help support established clear priorities aligned with Gilead’s overall mission and goals.
Focus on innovation to identify and capitalize on emerging trends, technologies, and market opportunities.
Support efforts with Industry Organizations such as PhRMA and BIO to ensure Gilead's voice is heard and aligned with reputational objectives.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field, business, or a science‑oriented field, with 12+ years of experience, or 10+ years of relevant experience with a graduate degree.
Experience supporting crisis communication planning and execution in collaboration with senior leaders.
Experience collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support stakeholder engagement efforts.
Demonstrated experience leading projects or small teams within public affairs, communications, or reputation management, or mentoring colleagues to support performance and development.
Experience managing or enhancing corporate reputations, preferred.
Key attributes include quick thinking, creativity, collaboration, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
Experience supporting reputation campaigns across multiple markets or regions.
Ability to contribute to the development and execution of public affairs programs with an emphasis on reputation management.
Proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams together to align efforts toward shared goals.
Comfortably interacting with senior leaders and peers to support reputation‑related initiatives.
Familiarity with reputation measurement tools and the ability to use insights to inform strategy and tactics.
Strong project management skills with experience coordinating cross‑functional initiatives.
Prior experience in biopharma communications, advocacy, reputation and issues management required.
Understanding of the HIV and/or Oncology therapeutic areas preferred.
Experience working in global or cross‑regional roles preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of regulations governing communications for a publicly‑traded biopharmaceutical company.
People Leader Accountabilities:
Create Inclusion – knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
Develop Talent – understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential, ensuring they receive the feedback and insight needed to grow and realize their purpose.
Empower Teams – connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, holding them to account, and providing the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
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Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life‑threatening illnesses worldwide.
As a
Director, Corporate Reputation , the key responsibilities include:
Support the evaluation and integration of corporate reputation principles within Public Affairs by identifying key reputation drivers, contributing to goal setting, and developing actionable plans that align with broader organizational objectives.
Provide reputation‑related insights and recommendations to Public Affairs Leadership, supporting alignment with organizational priorities.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support stakeholder engagement efforts that reinforce Gilead’s reputation and values.
Assist in the development and execution of crisis communication plans in partnership with senior leaders and communications teams.
Partner with Public Affairs colleagues and cross‑functional teams to embed reputation principles into communications and campaigns.
Support content development and visibility efforts that elevate Gilead’s leadership voice in alignment with reputation goals.
Contribute to the tracking and analysis of reputation metrics, using insights to inform departmental strategies and continuous improvement.
Manage vendor relationships and project budgets to ensure alignment with Public Affairs priorities and efficient resource use.
Stay informed on industry trends and support departmental efforts that enhance Gilead’s reputation and positioning in key policy and regulatory conversations, in collaboration with senior leaders and cross‑functional partners.
Help support established clear priorities aligned with Gilead’s overall mission and goals.
Focus on innovation to identify and capitalize on emerging trends, technologies, and market opportunities.
Support efforts with Industry Organizations such as PhRMA and BIO to ensure Gilead's voice is heard and aligned with reputational objectives.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field, business, or a science‑oriented field, with 12+ years of experience, or 10+ years of relevant experience with a graduate degree.
Experience supporting crisis communication planning and execution in collaboration with senior leaders.
Experience collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support stakeholder engagement efforts.
Demonstrated experience leading projects or small teams within public affairs, communications, or reputation management, or mentoring colleagues to support performance and development.
Experience managing or enhancing corporate reputations, preferred.
Key attributes include quick thinking, creativity, collaboration, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
Experience supporting reputation campaigns across multiple markets or regions.
Ability to contribute to the development and execution of public affairs programs with an emphasis on reputation management.
Proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams together to align efforts toward shared goals.
Comfortably interacting with senior leaders and peers to support reputation‑related initiatives.
Familiarity with reputation measurement tools and the ability to use insights to inform strategy and tactics.
Strong project management skills with experience coordinating cross‑functional initiatives.
Prior experience in biopharma communications, advocacy, reputation and issues management required.
Understanding of the HIV and/or Oncology therapeutic areas preferred.
Experience working in global or cross‑regional roles preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of regulations governing communications for a publicly‑traded biopharmaceutical company.
People Leader Accountabilities:
Create Inclusion – knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
Develop Talent – understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential, ensuring they receive the feedback and insight needed to grow and realize their purpose.
Empower Teams – connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, holding them to account, and providing the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.
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