National Immunisation Manager
Merck · Macquarie Park, Australia
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Role summary
Permanent full-time role managing the National Immunisation Program portfolio in Australia. The National Immunisation Manager will coordinate vaccine implementation across state jurisdictions, oversee tender processes, and maintain government stakeholder relationships to support strategic vaccine delivery aligned with public health priorities.
What they're looking for
- Tertiary or postgraduate qualification in science, health, pharmacy, public health, or related field
- Proven experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare sector with vaccines exposure
- Demonstrated government stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
- Understanding of Australian National Immunisation Program and healthcare landscape
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Experience designing and delivering health-related programs
- Team leadership capability and ability to influence across matrix environments
What you'll be doing
- Track monthly stock movements and ensure National Immunisation Program vaccine agreement compliance
- Collaborate with Federal, State, and Territory jurisdictions on vaccine availability and contract management
- Develop and submit tender responses for publicly funded vaccine programs aligned with health policy
- Build and maintain relationships with government program managers and technical experts
- Manage demand forecasting and supply coordination for all National Immunisation Program vaccines
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