Consultant Healthcare – Commercial Officer

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:
ACCESS Health International (AHI) is a non-profit, think tank, and advisory group with the mission of improving access to high-quality and affordable healthcare for all people. AHI advises national and regional governments and the private sector on the design and management of healthcare finance and delivery systems. Established in 2007, the organization is located in India, Singapore, the MENA Region, and is headquartered in the USA. AHI’s vision is that all people, no matter where they live, and no matter what their age, have a right to access high-quality and affordable healthcare and to lead healthy and productive lives. For more information about AHI, please visit: https://accessh.org/

JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Consultant Healthcare – Commercial Officer is a senior techno-commercial role responsible for advancing AHI’s strategic priorities in Egypt. Operating from Cairo, the incumbent will cultivate relationships across the full healthcare value chain — from pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers and distributors to hospitals, clinics, NGOs, and regulatory authorities. The role is weighted approximately 60–70% toward commercial engagement, stakeholder management, and business development, with 30–40% grounded in technical and regulatory understanding of the Egyptian healthcare landscape. The successful candidate will serve as a credible, polished ambassador of the organisation — equally at ease in boardroom discussions, regulatory consultations, and clinical stakeholder settings.

Key Job Responsibilities:

(1) Build and sustain high-value relationships across the Egyptian healthcare ecosystem, including pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, licensed distributors, retail pharmacy chains, private hospitals, public health institutions, polyclinics, and international NGOs.

(2) Engage proactively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), clinical specialists, hospital administrators, and
healthcare group executives to position AHI as an authoritative, independent think-tank partner.

(3) Develop and manage relationships with the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP), the Egyptian Drug Authority (EGDA), the Universal Health Insurance Authority, and other relevant regulatory and governmental bodies, supporting policy dialogue and ecosystem initiatives.

(4) Identify, develop, and close strategic partnership, programme, and advisory opportunities aligned with AHI’s non-profit mandate and global health priorities.

(5) Lead business development conversations with institutional clients, industry partners, multinational corporations, and donor organisations — from initial engagement through to formal collaboration agreements.

(6) Represent AHI at Egyptian and regional healthcare conferences, regulatory forums, health summits, and industry roundtables.

(7) Monitor competitive and market intelligence across Egypt and the wider MENA region, identifying trends, white spaces, and partnership opportunities relevant to the organisation’s mission.

(8) Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the Egyptian healthcare regulatory landscape, including MOHP and EGDA frameworks, pharmaceutical and medical device regulations, Universal Health Insurance reforms, and evolving national health strategies (e.g., Egypt Vision 2030 health agenda).

(9) Provide timely regulatory and policy intelligence to internal regional and global teams, translating complex market developments into actionable strategic insight; support development of policy submissions, white papers, and position briefs.

(10) Maintain current CRM records, account plans, and engagement trackers; prepare periodic reports for regional and global leadership.

(11) Collaborate actively with regional and global programme teams on proposal development, knowledge-sharing, and cross-market initiatives.

(12) Undertake regular travel within Egypt and occasional international travel for regional and global programme engagements.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications

Minimum requirement — Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm / Pharm.D); equivalent qualification in Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, or a related healthcare discipline will also be considered. An MBA or postgraduate qualification in Healthcare Management, Public Health, or Business Administration is a strong advantage.

Experience

10+ years of progressive experience in the Egyptian healthcare sector, with demonstrable exposure to multiple segments of the value chain spanning manufacturers, distributors, and institutional healthcare providers.

(1) Proven track record of engaging with pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturers, distributors, and retail pharmacy chains operating in Egypt.

(2) Hands-on experience working with or selling into private hospitals, multi-specialty clinics, and public healthcare institutions within Egypt.

(3) Documented relationships with the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP), the Egyptian Drug Authority (EGDA), and established KOL networks.

(4) Familiarity with drug and device registration, pricing, and reimbursement frameworks in Egypt, including the Universal Health Insurance scheme, is a significant advantage.

(5) Prior engagement with NGOs, international health organisations, or bilateral/multilateral donor-funded health programmes is a strong plus.

(6) Background in a consultative, advisory, or commercial function — not purely operational or clinical.

Skills and Competencies

(1) Exceptional communication and presentation skills — polished, articulate, and persuasive across diverse cultural and professional settings, equally effective at boardroom, clinical, and community levels.

(2) Commercially astute with a consultative approach; able to identify and develop opportunities while maintaining the credibility expected of a non-profit advisory organisation.

(3) Technically sound in healthcare sciences and regulatory affairs; capable of informed dialogue on clinical, compliance, and supply-chain matters.

(4) High degree of cultural intelligence — comfortable navigating Egyptian and MENA business culture, including government stakeholder etiquette.

(5) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to think strategically.

(6) Excellent networking and influencing skills to interact with leaders, colleagues, cross-functional teams, and third parties.

(7) Polished professional presentation — credible, articulate, and well-networked within the Egyptian healthcare ecosystem.

(8) Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with CRM platforms and digital collaboration tools.

(9) Willingness and ability to travel frequently across Egypt and occasionally internationally.

(10) Fluency in Arabic is essential; strong written and spoken English is required.

COMPENSATION OFFERED:
Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.

NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT:
The selected candidate shall be offered a one-year contract, with the possibility of extension, based on continued availability of funding and performance.

LOCATION: Cairo, Egypt

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to share their resumes with the job title mentioned in the subject line to the below email ID by 31st May, 2026.
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