Program Manager

TL;DR

Program Manager (Public Affairs/Healthcare): Supporting EU health policy engagement and advisory programs by leading account workstreams, conducting research, and delivering clear client briefs with an accent on integrated program design, stakeholder consensus-building, and value-add analysis. Focus on managing projects end-to-end, overseeing direct reports, and representing hirify.global P&GA through industry events while navigating complex geopolitical and regulatory issues.

Location: Brussels, Belgium

Company

hirify.global Public & Government Affairs (P&GA) delivers policy expertise, strategic advisory, and communications to help clients navigate complex regulatory and geopolitical environments.

What you will do

• Lead day-to-day operations of an account workstream and collaborate with senior team members on client strategy development.
• Conduct comprehensive research and prepare reports that turn complex health policy issues into clear client briefs.
• Design and implement fully integrated EU health and life science programs for clients and multilateral organizations.
• Monitor issues and provide value-add analysis to support thought leadership and new business development.
• Foster collaboration and consensus-building among internal and external partners, including global colleagues and client teams.
• Oversee direct reports, set expectations, and coach junior staff; represent hirify.global P&GA at industry events and networking.

Requirements

• Work authorization: Existing permission or the right to work in Belgium.
• At least 4+ years of experience in an EU institution, private sector, consultancy, trade association, not-for-profit, or national government.
• Expertise in the politics and policy of health.
• University degree in political science, public affairs, international relations, health/health policy, law, or a related field.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Nice to have

• Experience working in EU institutions and/or Executive Agencies (including internships).
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Copilot, ChatGPT, and/or other AI tools.
• Strong client/interpersonal skills and exceptional document writing/editing ability.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model: three days per week in the office.
• “Work from anywhere” policy allowing up to 30 working days per year after 6 months of employment.
• Employer-funded group insurance and hospitalization insurance for you and your immediate family.
• Monthly representation allowance; luncheon vouchers; gym allowance.
• Full reimbursement of public transportation commuting costs; private car use reimbursed per applicable legal requirements.
• Company-provided laptop and smartphone, with communication costs covered by the employer; structured mentorship and continuous training.

Hiring process

• Interviews to assess experience in EU health/public affairs, research and writing skills, and program/project leadership.
• Discussion of leadership approach and ability to manage client deliverables and stakeholders.