13 Job Positions at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

13 Job Positions at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Public Relations Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

Maintain a database of media organizations and contacts
Develop various types of content, including awareness messages and campaigns
Edit and distribute material for the website and other channels of internal and external communication
Manage Rwanda FDA’s social media communications
Contribute to the development of stakeholder analysis and mapping to enable development of targeted communications strategy and feedback mechanism.
To provide information to the public on Rwanda FDA matters in consultation with the Communication Specialist
To draft press releases, edit notices and circulars intended for the public.
To assist in organizing of press conferences, radio and television talk shows, press releases, and prepare speeches for the Rwanda FDA Director General in consultation with the communication specialist.
To monitor and track newspapers, social media platforms and other sources of information and identify articles, issues, or queries that concern or relate to Rwanda FDA. Analyze such sources of information, prepare periodic reports and submit them to the Communication Specialist
To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her Office in order to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives.
To participate in organized training in the area of Quality Management System.
To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.
To perform other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor

Tobacco Products and Substance of Abuse Assessment Specialist at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

To screen, assess and prepare feedback to the applications for registration of tobacco products.
To submit samples for testing and ensure that the results are available for use in assessment process.
To efficiently use resources and ensure the compliance of product registration, review guidelines and to streamline the processes.
To improve tobacco assessment standard by adopting and harmonizing international standards and best practices.
To assess product variation applications and propose approvals on changes made to registered products to the Division Manager.
To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division in order to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives.
To participate in organized training in the area of Quality Management System.
To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.
To perform any other duty that may be assigned by direct supervisor.

2 Job Positions of Medical Devices Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

1. Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents;
2. Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses;
3. Carrying out tests, interpreting results and calculating uncertainties of measurement especially in cases of marginal test results
4. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports;
5. Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Lead officer
6. Maintain inventory of laboratories equipment;
7. Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
8. Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation.
9. Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports;
10. Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system.
11. Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spares parts and laboratory consumables for purchase;
12. Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning
13. Maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.

2 Job Positions of Cosmetics Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals and reagents;
– Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in analysis;
– Carrying out tests, interpreting results and estimating uncertainties of measurement
– Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports;
– Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Laboratory Director.
– Maintain inventory of laboratory equipment;
– Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
– Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation.
– Documentation of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and submit them for approval;
– Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports
– Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system.
– Give recommendation on equipment, chemicals and reagents required for testing;
– Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spare parts and laboratory consumables for purchase;
– Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.
– Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

2 Job Positions of Human Medicines Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals and reagents;
Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in analysis;
Carrying out tests, interpreting results and estimating uncertainties of measurement
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports;
Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Laboratory Director.
Maintain inventory of laboratory equipment;
Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation.
Documentation of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and submit them for approval;
Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports
Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system.
Give recommendation on equipment, chemicals and reagents required for testing;
Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spare parts and laboratory consumables for purchase;
Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.
To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her unit in order to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives.
To participate in organized training in the area of Quality Management System.
To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.
Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

Veterinary Medicines Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals and reagents;
Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in analysis;
Carrying out tests, interpreting results and estimating uncertainties of measurement
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports;
Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Laboratory Director.
Maintain inventory of laboratory equipment;
Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation.
Documentation of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and submit them for approval;
Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports
Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system.
Give recommendation on equipment, chemicals and reagents required for testing;
Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spare parts and laboratory consumables for purchase;
Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.
To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her unit in order to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives.
To participate in organized training in the area of Quality Management System.
To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.
Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

Director of Pesticides Poisonous Substances and Chemical Unit at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

1. To plan and review resources needed for implementation, maintenance and improvement of the laboratory QMS
2. Planning of Medicines, Cosmetics and Chemicals Testing Unit safety and working conditions,
3. Prepare testing services cost and submit to the Division manager for approval
4. Prepare the proposal for new testing scope
5. Elaborate the list of testing parameters and matrices for accreditation
6. Plan for laboratory Proficiency Testing (PT) and evaluate PT results
7. Approval of Technical Specifications of equipment and reagents
8. Participating in the technical evaluation committee on laboratory supplies
9. Elaborate the list of approved suppliers and subcontractors
10. Maintain the equipment maintenance and calibration schedules
11. Approving and authorizing the procedures, test methods and standards operating procedures (SOPs) drafted
12. Participate in the development of laboratory procedures and SOP’s
13. Investigating and identifying potential sources of deviations and institute corrective actions for all analytical work
14. Approval of new test methods and methods verification processes
15. Initiate method development, method validation and estimation of uncertainty budget
16. Ensure test data obtained from analytical work within the laboratory is secure and confidentiality is maintained
17. To organize meetings with external advisors, auditing/accreditation bodies
18. To coordinate the preparation, publication, and dissemination of information on relevant quality standards in the laboratory
19. To provide training in areas of laboratory QMS for staff
20. Authorize the laboratory testing reports before final approval

Communication Specialist at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 29 August 2022)

Job description

-Coordinate the development of communication and public relations work plans and budgets and ensure effective budget management with the objective of cost saving.
-To oversee the development of stakeholder analysis and mapping to enable development of targeted communications strategy and feedback mechanism.
-To develop the corporate image and identity of Rwanda FDA and increase awareness of the Rwanda FDA to the publics and stakeholders.
-To provide information to the public on Rwanda FDA matters in consultation with the Rwanda FDA Director General.
– To coordinate the drafting, reviewing and approval of press releases, notices and circulars intended for the public.
-To plan and manage press conferences, radio and television talk shows, press releases, and prepare speeches for the Rwanda FDA Director General in consultation with the
relevant department, Division or Unit.
-To liaise with the media outlets to create rapport so as to sustain good public image.
– To participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of quality management system to ensure that processes, systems and procedures needed for quality
enhancement of the services offered Rwanda FDA are established and implemented.
-To Develop and periodically update a communication framework or manual for both internal and external stakeholders, shows information like what will be communicated;
when
to communicate; with whom to communicate; how to communicate; and who communicates.
-To perform any other duties as assigned from time to time by Supervisor.