[Communications/Vision Care] Director, Japan Communications & Public Affairs

«out Vision Care Business At Johnson & Johnson Vision we have a bold ambition: to change the trajectory of eye health worldwide. Through our operating companies, we deliver innovation that enables eye care professionals to create better outcomes for patients throughout their lives. In communities with greatest need, we work in collaboration to expand access to quality eye care, and we are committed to helping people see better, connect better, and live better. Learn more at www.jjvision.com and follow @JNJVision on Twitter and Johnson & Johnson Vision on LinkedIn. J&J Vision is
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2 in all markets we serve, employs over 10,000 talented professionals, and generates more than $5 billion in global revenues annually. Collectively, we touch the lives of more than 52 million patients each year. About Role The Director is responsible for creating strategies that help drive the business objectives and enhance J&J Vision’s reputation among key stakeholders in Japan. Key initiatives include developing and executing strategic public relations programs that will advance Johnson & Johnson Vision’s reputation and achieve business objectives in elevating innovation, creating product demand, and engaging our employees in Japan. The Director will also provide direct support to the Japan Presidents for Vision Care and Surgical Vision, and provide counsel as part of the Vision Care and Surgical Vision Leadership Teams. This individual will also act J&J Vision’s media spokesperson in Japan. This individual will lead a small team of communications professionals and agency partners. They will also be a key member of the J&J Vision Communications team, as well as the Johnson & Johnson Japan Communications team. This role requires a close working relationship with senior J&J Vision leaders as well as with colleagues from the enterprise, including but not limited to Government Affairs & Policy, Innovation, Corporate Media Relations and the Enterprise Content Lab in addition to Investor Relations, Business Development, Clinical & Medical Affairs and Regulatory Affairs. The role will report to the Global Leader of Communications & Public Affairs for J&J Vision, with accountability to the Sr. Director of J&J Enterprise Communications in Japan. Qualifications Requirements: Extensive experience working in a matrix environment across multiple regions and complex stakeholder interdependencies. A natural collaborator with a proven track record at managing multiple stakeholders, driving new approaches and measurable results. Ability to lead throughout a rapid pace of change with a high level of ambiguity. Commitment to talent development and leading in high-pressure situations; demonstrated ability to assimilate high-level strategic information and convert it into clear and concise communications. A proven track record of collaborating closely with very senior leaders in developing and executing strategic thought leadership programming. Strong media relations skills – including proactive storytelling and high-pressure issues management. Ability to influence the external environment – particularly in the consumer and healthcare professional space. A focused ability to influence – in many situations without direct authority Strong organizational and project management skills and an ability to deliver results under tight time constraints. Experience at Healthcare Industry (Pharma or Medical Device or Eye care) is plus. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bachelors Degree Required 10+ years of experience in broad-based and strategic communications is required. A career focused on brand communications, media relations, external engagement, corporate reputation enhancement and protection, issues mitigation and management is required. Proven ability to directly interact with – and provide counsel to – corporate executives is required. Proven experience in developing integrated organizational communication strategies is required. Significant experience successfully interacting with colleagues at all levels at the business, regional, global and corporate levels Proven track record in creating trusted partnerships with senior leaders Strong experience in all aspects of managing complex, multi-regional, high risk, high profile issues Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies in Japan strongly recommends prospective employees to complete the COVID-19 vaccination before or as soon as after joining our company to prevent the spread of infection among our employees and people around them as well as our customers and the community we serve, and to ensure our responsibilities are sustainably fulfilled as a healthcare company (except for those who cannot vaccinated with underlying medical conditions and other circumstances). Primary Location Japan-Tokyo-To-Chiyoda- Organization Johnson & Johnson K.K. (8235) Job Function Public Affairs Requisition ID 2206018829W