PHARMACOVIGILANCE OFFICER – BOMRA 711 views

 

REPORTS TO: Manager- Pharmacovigilance

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Manager, your role will primarily be to carry out the day to day activities of the department such as collection and assessment of drug reaction (ADR) reports as per the Authority’s operating procedure, provision of medicines information to healthcare professionals and collaborate with all stakeholders in carrying out pharmacovigilance activities.

MAIN DUTIES:

To organize meetings with stakeholders and update them on BoMRA initiatives and any new regulations in safety monitoring of medical products; distribution/collection of ADR forms to/from health facilities and pharmacovigilance centers; receive, capture and analyze suspected adverse drug reaction reports; compile reports and recommend action for adverse drug reactions received; flag up early warning signs of adverse effects of medicines;

prepare, evaluate and provide progress on assignments to the Manager; work on review and approval process of clinical trials of new, current and variant medicines and related medical products: review and prepare observations of medicines promotional materials used by pharma companies to promote their products.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic: You will have BSc in Pharmacy, Human Medicine, Nursing Science, Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Veterinary Medicine from a recognized institution; and at least three (3) years relevant work experience.

Work experience: Previous work experience in pharmacovigilance or post marketing surveillance of medicines is an added advantage; basic knowledge and understanding of Pharmacovigilance.

Good knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory issues; benefit risk management knowledge of medicines; ability to participate in field activities, and good knowledge of ICT applications; high level of Integrity; attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal and analytical skills; ability to write clear and comprehensive technical reports; team player.