Country Manager – Mozambique

Location: Maputo, Mozambique

Industry: Healthcare / Pharmaceuticals

Company: Global Leader in the Healthcare Industry

Seniority Level: Senior Management

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the healthcare industry, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Country Manager to lead operations in Mozambique. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on market access, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder engagement within the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the country operations, ensuring alignment with global strategy and local market dynamics.
• Develop and execute market access strategies to expand the company’s footprint in Mozambique.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, NGOs, and key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health and other government bodies.
• Represent the company in high-level discussions and negotiations with public and private sector partners.
• Drive business development initiatives and identify new opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and ethics.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing local team.
  
  

Candidate Profile

• Mozambican national with the legal right to work in Mozambique and the ability to travel as required.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Deep understanding of the Mozambican healthcare landscape, including regulatory frameworks and public health priorities.
• Strong network and established relationships with funders, NGOs, and government stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in market access, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English is essential.
  
  

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com