Junior Public Affairs Specialist (Healthcare)

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Rome, Italy

Company

hirify.global is a global healthcare platform connecting millions of patients with doctors through marketplaces, SaaS, and AI tools to simplify healthcare delivery.

What you will do

• Monitor national and regional political, institutional, and regulatory developments.
• Analyze legislation and parliamentary acts relevant to the digital health sector.
• Draft position papers, policy briefs, and internal management updates.
• Support stakeholder mapping and engagement across the healthcare ecosystem.
• Organize institutional meetings, working tables, and public affairs events.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align business priorities with regulatory opportunities.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of professional experience in public affairs, institutional relations, or strategic consulting.
• Strong knowledge of the Italian institutional and political environment.
• Degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or related fields.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting institutional and policy-related materials.
• Must have the legal right to work in Italy (no visa sponsorship).
• Good level of English proficiency.

Nice to have

• Previous exposure to healthcare or pharma-related dossiers.
• Familiarity with lobbying activities and policy monitoring.
• Hands-on attitude with strong attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Healthcare insurance and wellness support including mental health resources.
• Flexible work environment with a focus on results over rigid schedules.
• Opportunities for career growth through cross-functional projects.
• Access to local perks such as meal vouchers and transport allowances.
• Diverse and inclusive global team environment.