Public Health and Social Projects Manager

Colgate-Palmolive Company Valle del Cauca, Colombia

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Job Description

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 Glance

Job Title: Public Health and Social Projects Manager

Travel Required?: Travel - 50% of time

Posting Start Date: 4/29/26

Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #172534 - Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Who We Are

Colgate-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.

Role Summary:

Responsibilities:

Drive strategic leadership for the BSBF program and public health initiatives, serving as the primary liaison for equity teams to integrate social responsibility into consumer campaigns like Oral Health Month
Execute the BSBF Direct program by managing third-party agencies to deliver oral health education and essential kits to school-aged children across the region
Cultivate high-impact partnerships with Ministries of Health, NGOs, and dental faculties to advocate for systemic policy changes and joint public health collaborations
Oversee program governance and compliance, establishing rigorous KPIs and monitoring processes to ensure all activities meet legal and internal quality standards
Facilitate evidence-based advocacy by accessing public health and nursing programs to generate clinical support for product usage in public health settings
Adapt global assets for local impact, ensuring all BSBF materials and digital tools are relevant and effective for the Andina market

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry, Public health, Marketing or Business Administration
5+ years of experience in Public Relations, Government Relations, or similar regulated environments within the Oral Care or Pharmaceutical industries
Previous experience managing budget
Advanced English level
Google Tools and Excel proficiency
Availability to travel within the Andean region

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Dentistry with Public Health background
Master's Degree
Experience with Academia / Key Thought Leader Relationship
Strong communication and presentation skills
Project Management skills

Our 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 request form should you require accommodation.

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