Assistant Director - Medical Devices

We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual for handling work related to Medical Devices and Equipment sector. The person would be required to support the work of the Committees and Task Forces that provide recommendations and inputs on various policy matters regularly to Department of Pharma, MoHFW, National Health Authority, NITI Aayog, Department of Commerce and other related agencies, regulatory bodies as well as state governments. This is in addition to organising key events, roundtables and meetings with important stakeholders from government and industry, as well as raising sponsorships.

FICCI has been working in the healthcare sector for almost two decades and has been pivotal in facilitating interactions among stakeholders to jointly work towards affordable and accessible quality healthcare through different platforms and forums. Various FICCI Healthcare Committees and Task Forces have been providing valuable recommendations and strategies to the government on the key reforms launched by the government in recent years like Atmanirbhar Bharat, Medical Device Rules, Ayushman Bharat, Digital Health etc.

The job will involve compilation of regulatory and policy issues with the industry, preparing representations, actively engaging with the government on policy matters, and representing member companies to navigate the Indian medical device regulatory landscape.

Qualification and desired experience:

• Master's degree in Engineering/ Biotech, Pharma/Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with a focus on Government engagement and advocacy.
• 2+ Years of experience preferably in the Medtech/associated industries.
• Experience of working in a Chamber/Research based consulting company, associated with medtech sector will be preferred.
• Proven track record of effectively engaging with government departments and organizing advocacy events is desirable.

Competencies:

Technical (Knowledge, Skills, Attitude)

• Understand various policies and regulations in the Medical devices and equipment sector and their implications on the industry
• Strong understanding of medical device classification systems and regulatory pathways
• Understanding of dynamics and key issues in the Medtech industry
• Basic understanding of economics and financing
• Ability to conduct thorough desktop research to cull out relevant information
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to prepare concept notes and collate relevant information from various stakeholders
• Ability to gauge industry needs and represent them in a cogent form to the relevant stakeholders
• Ability to plan, manage and execute large scale events and conferences
• Problem solving approach

Generic / Managerial

• Proficiency in English and Hindi language
• Excellent communication skills – written & verbal
• Ability to interact with senior stakeholders both from industry and government
• Good inter-personal skills
• Good presentation skills
• Adaptability and flexibility to undertake multiple tasks and to perform varied assignments
• Ability to manage and co-ordinate multiple assignments at a time
• Work as a team player
• Ability to meet deadlines

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Track policy and regulatory changes in the sector and develop notes/representations/reports to regulator / Government, based on member inputs and FICCI research.
• Co-ordinate and liaise with research agencies on the development and publication of Knowledge Papers related to medtech sector. Collaborate with other departments within the association to align regulatory activities with broader industry goals.
• Stay updated on global trends in medical device regulations and identify potential implications for the Indian market. Conduct research and analysis on issues relevant to the industry, preparation of reports/papers
• Engage members in policy dialogues, taskforces and encourage stakeholders to take up FICCI membership
• Organise annual Conference and Expo, roundtables, workshops, webinars etc. prepare under the FICCI brand, assist in garnering sponsorships for the events; network with industry members for greater participation in FICCI initiatives
• Prepare and Develop Conference/event program, brochure, advertisement, PR plan, Social Media posts, pre and post event report, minutes of meetings etc.
• Work with other team members on sector specific initiatives, event management, logistics, database maintenance
• Prepare and maintain regular updates to senior management on monthly activities, annual report and other review documents