Director, SI&S Measurement; methodology & analytics

Summary

We’re a team of dedicated and smart people united by a drive to achieve together. You will be responsible for developing Novartis methodology for impact measurement for priority Social Impact & Sustainability initiatives, programs, and selected areas of the Novartis portfolio of medicines. This methodology will allow to drive performance management, decision‑making, comparative analysis, and shaping of Novartis impact narrative.

This role reports into the Global Head, Social Impact & Sustainability Strategy, Integration & Measurement and works closely with the Head of Social Impact and Chief Sustainability Officer, Finance, Communications, HEOR, and internal analytics teams, as well as Executive‑1 and
-2 leaders.

• Build and enhance SI&S impact measurement / Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) methodology and analytics capabilities. Apply health economic modelling and HEOR analysis to Social Impact & Sustainability initiatives.
• Set up required systems/infrastructure for impact valuation, in collaboration with ESG Reporting team in Finance (incl. automation of analytics and AI).
• Design robust data and reporting architectures that enable consistent, comparable and decision‑grade SI&S programme impact evidence. Coordinate data collection, analysis and methodology development with internal experts (e.g., HEOR, analytics teams, Finance); bring in best practice across Novartis.
• Leverage tech, AI and advanced analytics to enhance measurement capabilities, automate and scale data collection and analysis; and improve evidence quality.
• Build credibility and trust in SI&S programme impact evidence through rigorous methodologies that meet internal and external assurance standards. Apply methodology and evaluate impact across programmes, philanthropic investments, enterprise initiatives, incl. performance analytics, comparative impact analysis, evidence creation – support decision making on highest‑value interventions and optimise portfolio allocation.
• Provide evidence‑based strategic recommendations for scaling, pivoting or exiting SI&S programmes and initiatives based on impact performance and strategic fit; translate analysis into actionable insights for leadership (incl. Executive‑level ESG Committee).
• Identify and manage external partners to improve quality of data, methodology, system infrastructure; bring in best practice and leading thinking from external experts.
• Act as thought leader on impact measurement excellence; monitor evolving best practice on impact measurement practices.

• Advanced degree in Public Health, HEOR, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Science, or related field. PhD/advanced research credentials in impact evaluation, health economics or related disciplines strongly preferred.
• Strong background and track record in HEOR, modelling, data and analytics.
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare sector, or Global Health (or related academic field).
• Demonstrated experience in applying rigorous methodologies (quantitative and qualitative) to measure social, health and environmental impact. Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data and reporting systems and advanced analytics (incl. strong AI literacy). Innovative thinker with ability to design novel measurement approaches.
• Strong experience in managing external partners and internal stakeholders.
• High proficiency in English – both written and oral.

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