Patient Safety & POP Governance Manager

About the role

The Patient Safety & POP Governance Manager will lead the implementation and oversight of governance frameworks for Patient Oriented Programs in Egypt. This role ensures the highest standards of integrity, risk management, and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of patient safety and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the local Patient Oriented Program governance framework across assigned countries.
• Provide expert guidance and training to associates throughout the program lifecycle.
• Oversee governance, monitoring, and compliance activities for Patient Oriented Programs.
• Chair the local governance board and ensure timely review of program‑related matters.
• Identify compliance risks and implement effective mitigation and control measures.
• Support audits, inspections, self‑assessments, and issue escalation when required.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to drive governance strategy and program excellence.
• Contribute to global initiatives, standards, policies, and governance improvement projects.
• Ensure appropriate pharmacovigilance requirements are incorporated into local agreements and programs.
• Promote Novartis values while fostering a culture of quality, integrity, and patient safety.

Required profile

• Degree in Medicine or Pharmacy.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in patient safety, pharmacovigilance, healthcare compliance, or quality governance.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory, ethical, risk‑management, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, training, and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English and proficiency in the local language.

Required skills

• Pharmacovigilance knowledge.
• Regulatory compliance expertise.
• Risk‑management understanding.