Senior Manager, Healthy Heart Africa Equity

Do you have expertise and passion in driving innovative programme committed to address different health challenges and environments? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECAAt AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. We are dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the seemingly impossible a reality.Our global team spans multiple continents, markets and generations. United by our goal to be number one. It’s a winning mentality and passion that we all live by. Here we take advantage of the huge variety of work and opportunities to push ourselves out of our comfort zone. We welcome new challenges, always looking for something different to tackle, an opportunity to keep learning and growing.A team that never sits still, inquisitive problem-solvers by nature. We innovate and explore, to find new approaches to the way we work.Here we fuse out of the box thinking with an enterprise-wide mindset – applying our knowledge to directly contribute to business outcomes.

ABOUT THE TEAM

You will join a high performing Policy, Advocacy and Health Equity team which is part of the Global Corporate Affairs function at AstraZeneca. 

What you’ll do

As Senior Manager, Healthy Heart Africa (HHA), you will play a pivotal role in implementing our Health Equity strategy and programmes aligned with our disease area priorities that bridge healthcare gaps for underserved patients, promote healthier behaviours, enable early disease detection and improve access to care. This role is critical in bringing to life how AstraZeneca is contributing to better, more equitable health outcomes for societies across the globe. This role requires a self-starter who is experienced in and energised by public private partnerships and implementing high-quality community healthcare programmes through hands-on delivery at country level. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in public health, government affairs, healthcare policy, and strategic programme management, with a passion for advancing health equity within the pharmaceutical industry.

Key responsibilities

The Healthy Heart Africa (HHA) West Africa Lead will represent AstraZeneca and HHA in the region and be responsible for:

• Leading the strategy and successful implementation of the HHA programme alongside the NGO partner(s) across West Africa to deliver against shared objectives

• Working with all HHA stakeholders including policymakers, healthcare professionals and patient advocacy organisations to support capacity and capability building activities

• Providing leadership through mentorship and coaching, guidance, and support to NGO partners on activities being delivered on the ground.

Leading the strategy and delivery of partnership with Governments and the NGO partner(s) in country:

• Ensure HHA programme strategy is aligned with AstraZeneca’s Global Health Equity strategy, country and programme needs to maximise effectiveness and impact.

• Ensure NGO partners deliver Master Services Agreements and KPIs as per their Statement of Works

• Conduct regular reviews with guidance and support on programme deliverables with NGO partners

• Support partners towards effective and efficient programme delivery, all within required governance and compliance standards.

Working with HHA stakeholders to support capacity and capability building activities in/across country

• Establish stakeholder relationships to ensure long term sustainability of the programme – NGO partners; Key External Experts; Medical Societies/Associations, Patient Advocacy Organisations

• Support the HHA Director to establish and maintain ongoing relationships with Ministry of Health; NCD Units and County/Regional/District health officials.

Provide training, mentorship and coaching to NGO partners as required

• Guidance and support to NGO partners as required and prioritised by the programme.

Provide leadership and assurance that programme activities are delivered in line with AstraZeneca governanceand compliance requirements

• Analysis and verification of programme data.

• Regular updates to Policy, Advocacy and Health Equity (PAHE) team on programme developments/achievements.

• Maintenance of administrative systems: T&E; data submission; partner governance; etc.

Governance and ensuring overall adherence to processes and regulation

• Ensure compliance with AZ code of conduct, Corporate Governance, Audit requirement, guidelines, codes, policies and procedures

• Provide medical input to the creation, development and agreement of promotional material and ensure all material is in line with internal SOPs

Support scientific programs to explore unmet medical needs in priority disease areas

• Support the implementation of clinical research activities, selection of investigators and maintain relations with them, coordinated by the Therapy Area lead / Medical Manager, within the framework of clinical study plans (Investigator meetings, initiation visits and protocol training)

• Responsible for promptly collecting and reporting any adverse events and product quality complaints received from any source. All such cases must be documented accurately and submitted to the designated department within one business day of becoming aware of the information, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for completing Adverse Event training during initial onboarding and then annually thereafter.

If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for…

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Completed Degree in Science or related field

• Proven experience in programme management, ideally within Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) with a focus on reducing health disparities, improving access to care, government engagement and/or health policies

• Understanding of healthcare systems, how to drive healthcare policy change at country level and experience of successful partnership projects realised across diverse countries in Africa

• Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management including government, policymakers, healthcare professionals and healthcare providers.

• Passion for advancing health equity and a deep commitment to reducing healthcare disparities

• Scientific knowledge, including ability to analyse data and use insights to inform decision-making and programme development.

• Eagerness and ability to collaborate with and mobilise different people and organisations; develop strategic partnerships; work in a matrix organisation and ability to prioritise effectively

• Excellent English written and verbal communications skills, ideally also French language proficiency

• Self-starting, independent, entrepreneurial attitude with strong organisational and project management skills

• Practical understanding of reporting and compliance requirements

• Management of budgets and external NGO partners

Why AstraZeneca?At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.Join the fastest growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energised.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 16 July 2026 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Date Posted

10-Jul-2026

Closing Date

17-Jul-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.