Requirements:

Applicants must be in possession of a Matric certificate and appropriate four-year Bachelor of Pharmacy degree and registration as a pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) at NQF Level 8 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or an Honours degree in related health sciences at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. A relevant master’s qualification at NQF Level 9 as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s license. 

Experience 

Grade 1: 

Four-year Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at NQF Level 8 as recognised by SAQA and registration as a pharmacist with the SAPC plus a minimum of three (3) years regulatory experience (post community service) in pharmaceutical or related medicines regulation or medicine production quality assurance; OR an Honours degree in related health sciences at NQF Level 8 as recognised by SAQA plus a minimum of five (5) years regulatory experience in pharmaceutical or related medicines regulation or medicine production quality assurance. 

Grade 2: 

Four-year Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at NQF Level 8 as recognised by SAQA and registration as a pharmacist with the SAPC plus a minimum of five (5) years regulatory experience (post community service) in pharmaceutical or related medicines regulation or medicine production quality assurance OR an Honours degree in related health sciences at NQF Level 8 as recognised by SAQA plus a minimum of eight (8) years regulatory experience in pharmaceutical or related medicines regulation or medicine production quality assurance. 

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: 

Knowledge and application of the Medicines and Related Substances Act, 101 of 1965, as amended, and its related Regulations and guidelines. Knowledge of the technical aspects for the evaluation of the quality and efficacy (bioequivalence) of medicines. Computer literacy and sound working knowledge of computer software packages. Technical and scientific aspects of medicine regulation. Evaluation guidelines as prescribed by the relevant regulatory authorities. Planning and organisational skills. Leadership skills. Coordination skills. Written and verbal communication skills. Diversity management. Time management. Good telephone etiquette. Supervisory skills.