REGULATORY OFFICER – INSPECTIONS & LICENSING – BOMRA 847 views

REPORTS TO: Manager, Inspection and Licensing

JOB PURPOSE:

• The Regulatory Officer will carry out inspections of drug outlets dealing
• in the manufacture, handling import and distribution of drugs and other healthcare products for compliance to the Medicines and Related Substances Act.

MAIN DUTIES

• To inspect premises and facilities that manufacture, distribute, dispense or keep custody of pharmaceutical and other health care products for suitability.
• To actively facilitate importation and exportation of pharmaceutical and health care products by inspecting drug consignments and collaborating with other customs agencies and agents.
• To actively contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of registration and assessment, inspection and licensing processes.
• To prepare status reports on licenses, permits, imports, transit and exports of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.
• To provide support to the enforcement function through provision of information on non-compliant facilities for further investigation.
• To carryout stakeholder engagements and public education to enhance transparency in regulatory processes and requirements seize and detain unwanted products in circulation on the local market.
• To develop and maintain good relations with both internal and external clients

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic Qualifications: The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Veterinary, Medicine, Dental surgery. Biomedical sciences. A qualification in Law from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage.

Work experience: At least three years working experience in a reputable pharmaceutical establishment; Previous experience in regulatory affairs is an advantage.