9 Positions at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

9 Positions at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Cosmetics Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

– 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.

Pesticides Testing Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

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

Director of Food Testing Unit at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

all analytical work
– Approval of new test methods and methods verification processes
– Initiate method development, method validation and estimation of uncertainty budget
– Ensure test data obtained from analytical work within the laboratory is secure and confidentiality is maintained
– To organize meetings with external advisors, auditing/accreditation bodies
– To coordinate the preparation, publication, and dissemination of information on relevant quality standards in the laboratory
– To provide training in areas of laboratory QMS for staff
– Authorize the laboratory testing reports before final approval
– To perform any other duties as maybe assigned by immediate supervisor

Internal Audit Specialist at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

-To report to Board of directors (according to new structure the office of auditors belongs to Board of directors)
-To coordinate, supervise , review, and evaluate the work of internal auditors officer.
-To prepare internal audit annual action plan.
-To report the final internal audit report to audit committee.
-To perform internal audits in accordance with approved internal audit programs and prepare audit reports based on the audit findings.
-To Review the conformity of Rwanda FDA with the financial and operational procedures laid down in applicable legislations and/or regulations.
-To assess the adequacy of the internal control systems to avert fraud, misappropriation and embezzlements and prepare reports.
-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 coordinate, supervise , review, and evaluate the work of internal auditors officer.
-To prepare internal audit annual action plan.
-To report the final internal audit report to audit committee.
-To Perform special investigations and any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Director of Medicines and Cosmetics Testing Unit at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

– To plan and review resources needed for implementation, maintenance and improvement of the laboratory QMS
– Planning of Medicines, Cosmetics and Chemicals Testing Unit safety and working conditions,
– Prepare testing services cost and submit to the Division manager for approval
– Prepare the proposal for new testing scope
– Elaborate the list of testing parameters and matrices for accreditation
– Plan for laboratory Proficiency Testing (PT) and evaluate PT results
– Approval of Technical Specifications of equipment and reagents
– Participating in the technical evaluation committee on laboratory supplies
– Elaborate the list of approved suppliers and subcontractors
– Maintain the equipment maintenance and calibration schedules
– Approving and authorizing the procedures, test methods and standards operating procedures (SOPs) drafted
– Participate in the development of laboratory procedures and SOP’s
– Investigating and identifying potential sources of deviations and institute corrective actions for all analytical work
– Approval of new test methods and methods verification processes
– Initiate method development, method validation and estimation of uncertainty budget
– Ensure test data obtained from analytical work within the laboratory is secure and confidentiality is maintained
– To organize meetings with external advisors, auditing/accreditation bodies
– To coordinate the preparation, publication, and dissemination of information on relevant quality standards in the laboratory
-To provide training in areas of laboratory QMS for staff
– Authorize the laboratory testing reports before final approval
– To perform any other duties as maybe assigned by immediate supervisor

Maintenance Specialist at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

– Carry out of Maintenance and installation activities
– Receiving and recording the laboratory requests for maintenance,
– Repair, troubleshooting of laboratory equipment,
– Installation of new received laboratory equipment together with or without technician’s supplier for commissioning.
– Carry out maintenance as per pre-established maintenance plan in collaboration with laboratories responsible persons.
– Responding to requests for troubleshooting for improvised break downs of laboratory equipment or of electrical installation;
– Preparing and submitting reports of accomplished activities;
– Identifying eventual needed maintenance or replacement and troubleshooting tools, spares parts/ consumables and propose detailed technical specifications for their procurement;
– Participating in the technical evaluation committee of supplies;
– Prepare preventive measures to be followed by laboratory equipment users;
– Establishing and following properly equipment maintenance plan and participate in its improvement
– Documentation of maintenance activities Procedures and maintaining records
– Update and Maintain inventory of maintenance tools and of laboratory equipment, consumables and spares parts.
– Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor

Communication Specialist at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

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.

Administrative Assistant to DG at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

-To file documents and files of the SPIU Coordinator.
-To answer telephone calls.
-To write texts and documents.
-To orientate correspondences.
-To analyze and synthesize the content of files to be submitted to SPIU Coordinator.
-To give opinion and advice on any files/issues brought to him/her by the SPIU Coordinator.
-To sort out urgent and priority files that require attention of the SPIU Coordinator.
-Any other duty as may be assigned by the direct supervisor.

Logistics Officer at RWANDA FOOD AND DRUGS AUTHORITY: (Deadline 14 Jun 2021)

Job description

-To Coordinate travel arrangements for Rwanda FDA Support Unit staff and consultants,
-To Develop and maintain travel/movements calendar to track location of all Rwanda FDA staff,
-To Coordinate logistics and stakeholder participation for Rwanda FDA events (e.g. Advisory
Board meetings, training workshops) including travel arrangements for participants, venue selection
and preparation, catering, participant liaison, and preparation of resource materials.17
-To Negotiate with travel service providers (e.g. travel agents, hotels) to ensure value for money.
-To Maintain and update preferred travel service providers/other vendors list,
-To Prepare Purchase Orders and carryout a close follow-up of the performances of contracts;
-To Carry-out regular stock inventory of Movable and Immovable assets and ensure their security;
-To Centralize needs, supplies and other materials for the better running of the Rwanda FDA;
-To Maintain stock cards up-to-date;
-To Rationally manage and distribute office materials and supplies to the users;
-To Carry out a regular evaluation of the value of the assets of the Rwanda FDA,
-To render logistical support to the staff of the Rwanda FDA in their respective Units,
-In collaboration with drivers ensure the rational use of fuel and maintenance of Rwanda FDA
vehicles,
-To Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Supervisor.

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