Head of Section

Job Description

Would you like to contribute to the safer use of vaccines and medicines for everyone everywhere? Our Drug Dictionary Management team is growing, and we need another section manager.

Since 1978, UMC has been dedicated to developing, supporting, and expanding the field of pharmacovigilance science and practice. As a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre, we support work around the world to examine the potential adverse effects of medicines and vaccines and contribute to safer, more informed patient care. We are a diverse, international group of pharmacists, physicians, data scientists, system developers, communicators, and many other professionals motivated by a deep belief that the work we do matters.

About the role
Our Drug Dictionary Management section has expanded, and we need a new head of section to lead one of the teams. In this role, you will uphold quality standards, comply with regulations, meet customer expectations, and manage information effectively. You will help develop and maintain the UMC drug dictionaries, WHODrug and IDMP, and create processes and systems for the standardisation of medicinal product identification. You could also participate in outreach activities, such as webinars and presentations.
Join us to help standardise medicine data globally and improve the use of WHODrug Global content.

What you will do
As a manager in the Drug Dictionary Management section, you will lead a team of about 10 content specialists with pharmaceutical or pharmacy backgrounds. You will be part of the leadership team of Portfolio & Product Management (P&PM) and report to the head of the P&PM department. You will work closely with other managers to collaborate, prioritise tasks and improve processes. You will also work with the Portfolio Officer for Standardisation & Dictionaries and the Product Management team.

Your key responsibilities

• Allocating resources and technical expertise within the team to support product development.
• Overseeing daily operations, ensuring activities align with UMC policies and objectives.
• Equipping the team with the necessary tools, training, and knowledge to meet technical challenges.
• Owning and maintaining section processes, ensuring they are are described, followed, and updated.
• Recruiting, managing, and developing team members, promoting a positive work environment, and aligning with departmental objectives and UMC’s strategy and values.
• Managing the section’s budget, including forecasting, allocation, and monitoring of financial resources.