Public health specialistColgate-Palmolive

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses - Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.Information at a GlanceJob Title: Public Health SpecialistTravel Required?: Travel - 75% of time or morePosting Start Date: 11/12/25RemoteNo Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #170334 - Taguig, National Capital Region (NCR), PhilippinesWho We AreColgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values-Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous-we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.Brief introduction - Role Summary/Purpose :Establish and manage government channel accounts to support public health programs and strategic partnerships.Engage regularly with key government stakeholders to ensure program understanding, alignment, and buy-in.Lead implementation, monitoring, and expansion of public health initiatives with a focus on expanding the reach and sustainability.Apply strong knowledge of dental practice and government procurement policies while upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency.Responsibilities :Cultivate and manage government partnershipsBuild and maintain strategic relationships with key government agencies to support public health program implementation. This includes initiating account development, securing alignment, and ensuring sustained engagement through regular meetings and presentations.Lead program rollout and operational executionOversee the day-to-day implementation of public health initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, stakeholder coordination, and alignment with government protocols. You'll be the operational lead translating strategy into action.Ensure compliance with dental practice standards and procurement policiesApply deep knowledge of dental profession practices and government procurement regulations to guide program design, product selection, and service contracting. Your expertise ensures both clinical relevance and regulatory integrity.Drive strategic expansion and sustainabilityIdentify opportunities to scale programs, replicate successful models, and institutionalize partnerships for long-term impact. You'll be expected to propose new initiatives based on field insights and stakeholder feedback.Uphold integrity and ethical governanceServe as a trusted representative in all government-facing engagements, ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with ethical standards. Your conduct will directly influence institutional trust and program credibility.Required Qualifications :Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Dentistry, or Allied medical related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in public health programming, government relations, or strategic partnerships.Expertise in dental practice standards and government procurement policies, including bidding and compliance.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with ability to tailor messaging across audiences.Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical governance and program accountability.Preferred QualificationAdvanced training or certification in health policy, procurement management, or dental public health.Experience scaling public health programs across multiple regions or institutional settings.Familiarity with WHO frameworks, national oral health strategies, or multi-sectoral health initiatives.Demonstrated success in navigating complex government systems, including PhilGEPS or equivalent platforms.Strong analytical skills with experience in impact evaluation, policy analysis, or health systems strengthening.#LI-HR1#colgateemployee, #teamcolgate, #wearecolgate, #buildafuture, #CPValuesOur Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people-developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this
Colgate-Palmolive

Taguig City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time