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　　At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

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　　Job Description

　　At Gilead, we are driven to develop lifesaving products that make a difference for patients around the world. Every day, we transform the promise of science and technology into breakthrough, innovative therapies that have the power to cure, prevent or treat disease. As a research-based biopharmaceutical company, we are revolutionizing healthcare by bringing medicines to patients in the areas of unmet need including HIV, AIDS, liver diseases, hematology and oncology, inflammation, and respiratory diseases. When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives.

　　We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced Event Planner, Commercial Learning + Development. The CL+D Event Planner will lead the planning and implementation of US Commercial training events (New Hire Training, Leadership Training, Emerging Leader Training, etc) for all therapeutic areas and business units. The position will collaborate with cross functional partners to ensure flawless logistical execution.

　　This position can either be located at the Foster City office, or remote within driving distance of Foster City for training events .

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Manages and executes training events and ad hoc training meeting requests.

　　Partner with stakeholders on training event planning (new hire training, marketing training, leadership training, etc.) to ensure business needs are met. Partners with Learning Operations Manager and vendors to ensure alignment across the event and multiple therapeutic areas.

　　Execute RFPs, venue sourcing and site selection for best fit locations and evaluate vendor services and venues according to industry standards and stakeholder requirements; communicate and gain buy-in on recommendations.

　　Effectively negotiate contracts for hotels, venues, and vendors

　　Manage all food and beverage for events (hotels, caterers, restaurants, etc.)

　　Source and oversee vendors for all production and audio-visual elements appropriate for events.

　　Develop and manage project timelines and action plans in collaboration with cross-functional partners.

　　Interface with internal training teams and external vendors to keep projects on track and meet deadlines.

　　Produce pre-event communications (including websites and onsite materials), and post-event analysis including event analytics, identify gaps and areas of opportunities through debriefs and surveys, and drive recommendations for change to streamline and improve efficiencies.

　　Registration management (invite lists, attendee management, rooming lists, name badges/place cards)

　　Manage planning meetings that involve cross-functional teams.

　　Budget responsibility includes creating accurate budgets, tracking costs, initiating purchase orders, invoice approval, tracking spend against budget, and accountability for accurate cross charge and accruals, as appropriate, final budget reconciliation.

　　Vendor management to ensure vendor deliverables and timelines are met.

　　Evaluate and establish procedures relating to SOP maintenance around key activities for events to improve overall efficiencies, streamline execution and measure effectiveness.

　　Mentor colleagues (as needed) on event planning, logistics and project management.

　　Will also have responsibility for strategic projects that impact the broader team and organization.

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　High School diploma/GED and six years of experience or Associate’s and five years of experience or bachelor’s and four years of experience or master’s with two years of experiencePreferred Qualifications:

　　Degree in Event Management, Hospitality & Tourism Management or equivalent

　　Significant meeting and event management experience

　　Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

　　Early Technology Adapter and Technology mindset

　　Resourceful, self-starter. Ability to work with limited direction in ambiguous situations.

　　Flexible in a fast-paced setting with competing and evolving tasks, remaining calm under pressure.

　　Biotech/pharmaceutical experience

　　Ability to travel to Foster City for training events, approximately 25% domestically.

　　Extensive understanding and application of event planning principles, concepts, practices, and industry standards

　　Demonstrate skills within analytical expertise, influence, and initiative:

　　Initiative within planning and proactivity – operates outside the scope of expectations and is pro-active in taking on additional cross-functional responsibilities to improve efficiencies within the respective meeting management.

　　Strategic thinking – demonstrates strategic orientation by recognizing simpler patterns in complex situations and projecting outcome.

　　Pro-actively identifies gaps and increases efficiencies in current standard operating processes.

　　Proven ability to influence decisions without authority for business focused outcomes.

　　Strong communication skills with an ability to influence objectives.

　　Proven Big Picture thinking and decision-making skills.

　　Execution and problem-solving skills under pressure

　　Able to be successful working independently as well as within the context of a team.

　　Ability to establish effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

　　Proficient in Microsoft Office suite. Comfortable embracing new technologies and digital tools

　　The salary range for this position is: $97,495.00 - $126,170.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

　　For additional benefits information, visit:

　　https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

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　　Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.

　　Following extensive monitoring, research, consideration of business implications and advice from internal and external experts, Gilead has made the decision to require all Canada, Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. T he health of our employees, contractors, their loved ones, our partners and the communities and people we serve is a top priority. Vaccination is the most effective way currently available to deliver on that priority.

　　The purpose of the vaccination requirement is to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and support the health and safety of our communities. A person is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held religious belief or a medical condition or disability that prevents them from being vaccinated, can request an accommodation.