CEPI is looking for a Policy Manager to join our growing People, Policy and Planning Team in Oslo, Norway. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below.

OBJECTIVES 

The overall goal of the CEPI People, Policy and Planning Team is to support CEPI with cross-cutting functions related to HR, Strategy, Portfolio Management, Planning and externally facing policies. The objective of the Policy Manager role is to develop and deliver high quality global policy and position statements for CEPI to add maximum value to the CEPI mission; advise the CEPI leadership on policy developments pertaining to our relationship with relevant global health organisations/bodies, and to liaise with internal and external stakeholders on policy-related questions. The Policy Manager reports to the Director of People, Policy and Planning/Deputy CEO.

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Stay abreast of changes in the global health landscape and policy developments among key stakeholders relevant for global preparedness for emerging infectious diseases.
• Monitor relevant literature on vaccines, immunisation, global health and other areas relevant to CEPI’s strategic objectives.
• Develop, maintain and promote policies and position statements to achieve global preparedness, rapid response to outbreaks, and long-term sustainable solutions.
• Develop concept papers, conceptual frameworks, summary documents and reports as relevant and support the drafting of policy recommendations for CEPI governance processes.
• Develop and maintain the relationship with external stakeholders, including through CEPI governance bodies and the Joint Coordination Group, WHO, Gavi, MSF, industry partners, affected countries and others.
• Ensure implementation of the relevant policies within all communications from the organization, supporting consistent messaging.
• Advise the leadership team and employees on issues related to CEPI policies and position statements.
• Conduct analyses and support consultation processes to ensure that policy recommendations are evidence-based and informed by relevant stakeholders and affected country views. 
• Support the development of evidence-based advocacy tools and materials.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience in policy, strategic partnerships, in development, or global health is required.
• Experience working on complex projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative analysis methods.
• Self-starter with strong planning and project management skills, and with a pro-active work attitude.
• Ability to communicate complex topics into digestible briefings and to non-specialist audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; a logical thinker with intellectual curiosity and the ability to think strategically.
• Strong written (and oral) communication skills, with demonstrated ability to deliver high quality work within tight deadlines.  
• Strong interpersonal skills.

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• International travel will be required.
• The position is based in Oslo, Norway.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU 

• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international vaccine development facilitator.  
• Attractive benefit package, including private pension arrangements.

HOW TO APPLY 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please click ‘Apply Now’ and send your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you are to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Director of People, Policy and Planning/Deputy CEO, Frederik Kristensen: [email protected] 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

3 May 2019 

CEPI is looking for an Investor Relations Manager to join our growing People, Policy and Planning team in Oslo, Norway.  If you are interested in joining CEPI and have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below. 

OBJECTIVES 

The overall goal of CEPI’s People, Policy and Planning Team is to support CEPI with cross-cutting functions related to HR, Strategy, Portfolio Management, Planning and externally facing policies. 

The Investor Relations Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of an Investors Relations programme to advance CEPI’s mission and strategic objectives. The employee will manage investor relations programmes to include stewardship, communications, timely updates and reporting, events, and any special initiatives.  

The Investor Relations Manager will also be responsible for a plan to engage and steward existing and prospective investors at all points of the giving cycle. The position and its content will therefore work closely with CEPI’s Resource Mobilisation Team, Legal and Business Development Team and Vaccine Science and Vaccine Development Teams.  

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Create and plan CEPI’s investor relations programme, from investor updates, timely reporting based on CEPI’s KPIs and investor contracts, investor recognition and engagement, through to recognition and stewardship strategies for new investors. 
• Be responsible for developing and implementing an engagement strategy for each investor.  
• Provide ‘one-stop shop’ services to both current and potential donors for CEPI, including coordination with CEPI programme staff, provision of fact sheets, donor briefings and meetings, regular donor updates, liaising between government donors. 
• Respond to investor requests in a timely manner and communicate issues to CEPI’s management, and across the CEPI Secretariat when necessary. 
• Fulfil investor reporting requirements. 
• Initiate and negotiate grant agreements and renewals with investor governments. Track investor pledges and contributions, ensuring appropriate acknowledgements, and compliance with grant management system. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Law, Economics, or any other relevant experience. 
• Minimum of 8 years track-record in investor/donor relations, fundraising and/or financing for international, public, financial or public-private sector institutions. 
• Established operational track record of excellence in achieving results. 
• Strong familiarity with political and technical governmental decision-making processes, including the budget process, protocol, appropriations, and communications. 
• Experience of identifying and articulating strategic and policy issues, trade-offs and priorities to provide sound advice. 
• High level of sensitivity and diplomacy. Good networking, representational, communications and negotiation skills.  
• Superior written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to adapt and work within a multicultural, multidisciplinary environment. 
• Experience in the management of portfolio of various investors and in the management of replenishment mechanisms desirable.

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• International travel will be required.  
• The position is based in Oslo, Norway.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU 

• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international vaccine development facilitator.  
• Attractive benefit package, including private pension arrangements.

HOW TO APPLY 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please click ‘Apply Now’ and send your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you are to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Director of People, Policy and Planning/Deputy CEO, Frederik Kristensen: f[email protected]. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

3 May 2019 

CEPI is looking for a Chief Accountant to join our growing Finance & Operations Team in Oslo, Norway. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below.

OBJECTIVES

The Chief Accountant will be an important contributor in the Finance & Operations Team. The overall objective will be managing the relationship to CEPI’s accounting firm and banks. The role will also provide finance and accounting support to the Director of Finance & Operations.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Statutory reporting preparation and submission
• Day-to-day accounting; bookings and contact person towards CEPI’s accounting firm
• Responsible for the month-end close process
• Being the main contact person for CEPI’s bank relationships, supervising bank accounts and setup
• Supervise cash flow, cash management
• Handle internal and external enquiries regarding invoices and payment requests
• Back-up for payroll and expenses
• Assist in procurement processes
• Assist in financial planning and analysis

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• BSc or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in accounting and payroll
• Experience from accounting and payroll routines and procedures in an international setting considered an advantage, but not a requirement
• Experience with Xledger, Visma (accounting system) considered an advantage, but not a requirement
• Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English
• Solid computer literacy with standard software packages, e.g. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Word
• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline
• Builds knowledge of the organisation, processes and customers
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• High level of personal integrity

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• The position is based in Oslo, Norway

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established innovative global partnership between public, private, philanthropic, and civil society organisations 
• Opportunities for professional development with expert supervision
• Attractive benefit package, including private pension arrangements
• Competitive salary

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please click ‘Apply Now’ and send your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you are to fulfil the requirements of the role. 

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Director Finance & Operations, Mads Høgholen: [email protected]

APPLICATION DEADLINE

April 12, 2019

CEPI is looking for a Contract Manager to join the team of legal and business development professionals managing our growing portfolio of partner contracts. This role is based in London (Euston Road) and reports to the General Counsel and Director of Business Development. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and think you have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below and follow the instructions for applying.

OBJECTIVES

The primary objective of this role will be to co-ordinate contracting process from financial and administrative perspective to support product and business development teams.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct financial analysis and due diligence to support negotiations with applicants / partners
• Establish and maintain relationships with awardees (post contract signing), including establishing reporting requirements (financial, technical, intellectual property)
• Prepare documentation for input and support to portfolio evaluations
• Assist with the development of contracts that will be led by the Legal Team (and their contracted consultants/lawyers)
• Collaborate on implementation and administration of contracts in collaboration across the organisation
• Manage the review and analysis of budget-related materials and supporting documents submitted with proposals, work plans, etc. working closely with project teams in the review of these materials
• Follow up on project milestones and portfolio reporting as expected of awardees, analysing actual and projected expenses of awardees, potential impact on payment schedules, management of deviations, and effective internal communications to facilitate project management
• Track and report on actual and projected expenses, variations and payment schedules of awardees internally

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• This is an opportunity for someone who can demonstrate:
• Excellent communication skills with confidence communicating in English
• Accurate with excellent attention to detail and a pragmatic approach
• Able to work as part of an international team with motivation to be autonomous as appropriate
• Tact, discretion and confidentiality are essential
• Professional with the ability to lead and be led
• Degree or equivalent level of education and experience in a finance, legal or related area
• Practicing accountant / contract manager with appropriate qualification or certificate of competence
  Experience in not for profit, academia/research, pharma and / or government organisations essential

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• There is an expectation of reasonable international travel for this role with trips to other CEPI offices and Partner organisations in Europe and the rest of the world as appropriate
• You will need to have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against EIDs and accelerating vaccine development response to outbreaks
• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international organisation focusing on funding and facilitating vaccine development
• Attractive benefit package including holidays, health benefits and private pension arrangements
• Competitive salary

CEPI is looking for a Clinical Development Lead as part of its growing Vaccine Development team based in London. 

This role reports into the Head of Clinical Development and will play a key part in CEPI’s mission. 

If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and think you have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below and follow the instructions for applying. 

Objectives 

The primary role of the CEPI Vaccine Development team is to provide the technical leadership to advance our vaccine platform portfolio working closely with the Vaccine Science Team, partners and cross cutting teams across CEPI. 

The Clinical Development Lead reports to the Head of Clinical Development and will be the subject-matter expert in the clinical development of vaccines, supporting the development of CEPI’s portfolio of vaccine projects and the attainment of CEPI’s broader and longer-term goals of vaccine delivery and access, preparedness and rapid response. They will be responsible for facilitating CEPI-funded projects in a manner that guarantees clear communication and project continuity which adheres to CEPI guidelines and governance and ensures compliance with national and international regulations and current ICH GCP guidelines. 

The successful candidate will provide advice and support in the clinical development and safety oversight of these vaccines; contribute to clinical trial capacity strengthening in countries affected by our priority pathogens. 

We are looking for someone who can interact with research groups at a global and local level as well as corresponding health and regulatory authorities in the preparation for and the implementation of clinical trials. Understanding sensitivities in multiple countries, especially those affected by the pathogens, will be critical. 

Accountabilities 

• Support the development and management of the overall clinical project strategy, clinical development plan, oversight of outsourced clinical work and associated budget of the awardees 
• Ensure the highest quality of clinical research and operations support is provided to all vaccine clinical development projects in compliance with CEPI’s clinical trials policy, SOPs, regulations and current ICH GCP guidelines 
• Monitor timely and accurate accomplishment of key clinical project milestones and review clinical data for milestone decision processes 
• Ensure clinical funding and resources are appropriate to successfully meet the clinical requirements of the program 
• Attend Independent Data Monitoring Committees of the awardees 
• Advise on the pre-clinical development of new vaccines, where requested, and guide awardees in the selection and interpretation of immunological read-outs for clinical trials 
• Represent CEPI at international scientific conferences and in meetings with national authorities and regulators 

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

This is an opportunity for someone who can demonstrate that they have: 

• Medical Doctor qualification with specialist experience in Infectious & Tropical diseases and vaccinology 
• A minimum of 3-5 years of vaccine clinical development experience in industry, public health or public sector  
• International experience (ideally in LMICs) and ability to work on multinational teams 
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player with ability to lead projects, able to work in different cultural environments and interact with regulators, academia and industry
• Experience of collaborating with LMICs 
• Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English 
• Solid computer literacy with standard software packages, e.g. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Word 
• High level of personal integrity  
• Project management and / or regulatory experience is highly desirable 

Travel and Location Requirements 

International travel will be required on a frequent basis. 

What We can Offer You 

• Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against emerging infectious diseases and accelerating vaccine development response to outbreaks 
• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international organisation focusing on funding and facilitating vaccine development  
• Attractive benefit package including holidays, health benefits and private pension arrangements  
• Competitive salary in the range GBP 90,000 to GBP 110,000 

How to Apply 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please send your Curriculum Vitae along with a covering email / letter to [email protected]

If you have any questions about the position, please email [email protected]

Closing Date for applications is 23:59 on Friday 26 April 2019

CEPI is looking for a Vaccine Development Project Leader with global experience to join the growing Vaccine Development team based in London. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and think you have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below and details of our current work available on our website before following the instructions for applying.

OBJECTIVES
This role will oversee the coordination and progress of a number of CEPI’s funded projects in its growing portfolio of vaccine development projects. Working closely with internal and external project teams, partners and
international experts, the Project Leader will be responsible for keeping projects under his/her responsibility on track.

Providing leadership and intervention, the Project Leader will engage with international experts to ensure the vaccine development projects progress effectively. Using a breadth of knowledge of vaccine development, they will
identify areas where projects could benefit from greater level of expert input and work with colleagues to engage with resources accordingly.

Being the technical subject matter expert on vaccine, platforms and pathogens, the Vaccine Development Project Leader will lead and contribute to cross cutting work to enable the advancement of our vaccine project portfolio and facilitate success. They will be an ambassador for CEPI and represent CEPI on our Joint Monitoring and Advisory Comittee, working in collaboration with our partners to ensure success.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Advise CEPI’s vaccine development partners on advancement of the integrated product development plan
• Identify areas where deep subject matter experts should provide support to vaccine development partners
• Lead the CEPI team in the Joint Monitoring and Advisory Committee with our vaccine development partners
• Identifies potential technical issues or obstacles and works with vaccine development partners to resolve them
• Leads and contributes to technical cross cutting working groups to facilitate the advancement of the vaccine portfolio
• Acts as CEPI subject matter expert on vaccines, platforms and pathogens and acts as an ambassador to CEPI
• Contributes to stage gate and portfolio analysis process
• Supports continuous improvement of CEPI

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
This is an opportunity for someone who can demonstrate:

• Advance degree (PhD or MD) degree in relevant life sciences or equivalent level of qualification experience
• Minimum 8 years pharmaceutical industry, academic or non-profit vaccine development in a multi-disciplinary, global environment and with experience working in a global matrix team, remotely
• Experience in working with and leading product development consortia
• Broad knowledge of vaccine R&D including pre-clinical and clinical development, CMC and regulatory
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to building trust with partners
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player, able to work in different cultural environments, to negotiate timelines and develop effective international collaboration. Experience working in southeast Asia, India, the Arabic Peninsula, or West Africa is a plus
• Strong critical and objective interpretation of complex development and scientific data
• Requires the flexibility and tolerance to best manage change and differing opinions with diplomacy and competence

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Will be required to travel internationally on a frequent basis
• You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against EIDs and accelerating vaccine development response to outbreaks
• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international organisation focusing on funding and facilitating vaccine development
• Attractive benefit package including holidays, health benefits and private pension arrangements
• Competitive salary

CEPI is looking for a Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Lead as part of its growing Vaccine Development team based in London. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and think you have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below and follow the instructions for applying.

OBJECTIVES
The primary role of the CEPI Vaccine Development team is to provide the technical leadership to advance our
vaccines portfolio working closely with the Vaccine Science Team, partners and cross-cutting teams across CEPI.
The CMC Lead reports to the Head of CMC and will be the subject-matter expert in areas pertaining to CMC and
supply chain in the development of vaccines. They will support the development of CEPI’s portfolio of vaccine
projects and the attainment of CEPI’s broader and longer-term goals of vaccine delivery and access, preparedness
and rapid response. The CMC Lead will be responsible for facilitating CEPI-funded projects in a manner that
guarantees clear communication and project continuity which adheres to CEPI guidelines and governance, and
ensures compliance with national and international regulations and current Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good
Manufacturing Process (GMP) and current ICH guidelines.
We are looking for someone who can lead the technical CMC aspects of the projects, provide advice and support in
the process development, manufacturing and supply chain oversight of these vaccines. An important area of
responsibility for this role will be contributing to cross-cutting activities required to deploy investigational vaccines in
emergency settings in LMICs, as well as the long-term sustainability manufacturing and supply strategy. They will
need to interact with research groups and manufacturing partners at a global and local level. Project Management
and Team Leadership experience, combined with working across multinational organisations, will be critical.

ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Support the development and management of the overall Chemistry, Manufacture and Controls (CMC) project
strategy, development and manufacturing plan.
• Oversee the outsourced contract manufacturing and development organizations and associated timelines and
budget of the awardees.
• Ensure the highest quality of CMC development and operations support is provided to all vaccine development
projects in compliance with GLP, GMP, regulations and current ICH guidelines.
• Monitor timely and accurate accomplishment of key CMC project milestones and review CMC data for milestone
decision processes.
• Advise on the process development, quality and supply chain of new vaccines, where requested, and guide
awardees to manufacture, distribute and stockpile investigational vaccines for clinical use.
• Coordinate cross-cutting activities in CMC with CEPI stakeholders, regulatory authorities and CEPI portfolio
partners, such as development of release testing specifications, development of thermostable formulations, etc.
• Support the technical evaluation and due diligence of new projects and CMC technologies in multi-functional
teams as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate:
• A minimum of 7-10 years of vaccine CMC in industry, consulting, NGO or public health sector (PhD degree
preferred)
• An in-depth expertise of at least two areas of vaccine CMC (Process Development, USP, DSP, analytical,
formulation, devices, GMP, QC, manufacturing, supply chain) with working knowledge of the others
• Team Leadership experience and Project Management
• Regulatory experience a plus
• International experience (ideally including LMICs) and ability to work on multinational teams
• Strong communication skills
• Entrepreneurial skills

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Will be required to travel internationally on a frequent basis
• The position is based in London and the successful candidate will need to have and maintain the right to work in
the UK

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
• Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against EIDs and accelerating vaccine
development response to outbreaks
• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international organisation focusing on funding and facilitating
vaccine development
• Attractive benefit package including holidays, health benefits and private pension arrangements
• Competitive salary

CEPI is looking for a Vaccine Development Program Manager to join our growing Vaccine Development team in London. If you are interested in joining the CEPI team and think you have the appropriate qualifications for this role, please read the detailed job description below and follow the instructions for applying.

OBJECTIVES
The primary objective of this role is to provide cross-functional operational oversight for CEPI’s Development Program for the successful development of vaccine candidates against emerging infectious diseases.

The Vaccine Development Program Manager will work closely with the Head of Vaccine Development to ensure that the award conditions are clearly integrated into operational plans and tracks program progress against
milestones, timelines and budget. They will maintain continuous effort to ensure lessons learned are shared across Projects and Programs.

Following the full life-cycle of projects – from early screening, interviews and site visits of shortlisted applicants, to milestone-based progress assessments – the Vaccine Development Program Manager will maintain regular followup and site visits, during implementation, to track progress and achievement.

ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Provides cross-functional program oversight of Awardees
• Offers Awardees assistance in the definition of operational plans and execution strategies against award goals
• Tracks project progress against milestones and utilizes project tracking information to identify and
make proposals for program progress/issues
• Identifies synergies, eliminates unnecessary redundancies and facilitates collaboration and
communication between different projects
• Identifies ways to accelerate the project execution where possible, while maintaining high quality standards
• Identifies potential issues or obstacles and proposes resolutions, plans or contingencies, following issues
through to resolution
• Writes and reviews agendas, meeting minutes and various communications related to program meetings as
well as assisting with identifying next steps involving cross-functional communications and coordination of
action items. Generates, collects, distributes, stores and retrieves program communications
• Reports on progress of programs/projects and issues/plans, schedules to CEPI management
• Participates in portfolio analysis meetings
• Supports continuous improvement of CEPI project management through leveraging lessons learned and
coaching with other Program Managers

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
This is an opportunity for someone who can demonstrate:
• Masters or Doctoral degree in life sciences, medical-related sciences or experience equivalent to graduate
degree
• Minimum 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience as a project / program manager leading vaccine
development projects, in a multi-disciplinary, global environment
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a global matrix team, remotely
• Advanced knowledge of global R&D processes on vaccine development
• Expert planning and tracking skills, able to see the big picture, well-organized, focused on results,
capable of managing multiple projects, excellent time and self-management
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player, able to work in different cultural environments, to negotiate timelines
and develop effective international collaboration
• Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English
• Strong critical and objective interpretation of development and scientific issues
• Proactive ability to predict issues and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to articulate and establish processes which impact cross-functional activities
• Requires the flexibility and tolerance to best manage change and differing opinions with diplomacy
and competence. Development timelines can be aggressive and multi-faceted; position can be stressful
and demanding
• Microsoft Project Professional, Excel, PowerPoint & Word

TRAVEL AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Will be required to travel internationally on a frequent basis
• This role is based in London and you will need to have and be able to maintain the right to work in the UK

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
• Experience from the international effort on developing vaccines against EIDs and accelerating
vaccine development response to outbreaks
• An exciting job opportunity at a newly established international organisation focusing on funding and facilitating
vaccine development
• Attractive benefit package including holidays, health benefits and private pension arrangements
• Competitive salary