For those who have had the pleasure of working with Julie Zawisza in the past, the news is that she has moved on to a new role at FDA. That means her former position in communications at the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research is open and FDA is looking for someone to fill it. Wishing Julie well in her new position, here are the deets on her old one in case you, or someone you may know, is interested and note – the official job posting will be up next week.
Description of Duties:
FDA’s Center, for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) is searching for exceptional candidates for the position of Director of the Office of Communications (OCOMM). The Office currently has over 100 employees. OCOMM is the central hub for communication expertise, in CDER, focused on the development of consistent messaging to inform and educate the multiple audiences. The Office has a variety of responsibilities including the planning, coordination and evaluation of the policies, procedures, programs in the strategic outreach and communication about drug-related requests.
The incumbent serves as Director, Office of Communications (OCOMM) for the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). The Director provides leadership and direction for all Center internal/external communications. The Director is responsible for the creation of a climate for cooperative work relations, and support and understanding of the CDER program objectives. Additionally, the Office of Communications Director advises and counsels the Center Director and CDER leadership on external and internal communications relative to the exchange of information and is the liaison external groups.
Qualifications:
Applicants should possess an advanced degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or Public Affairs.
Successful candidates are those that have experience working closely with highly-credentialed people. They must have substantial experience in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, and/or Public Affairs. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals is a plus. The candidate should be persuasive, influential, and have the ability to ask the right questions.
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Salary: GS-15, $124,995-157,100 Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A full Federal benefits package is also available including: leave, health and life insurance, retirement, long term care insurance, and Thrift Savings Plan (401K equivalent).
