JOB VACANCY:  HEAD, EVALUATIONS AND REGISTRATION, GRADE E2, EVALUATIONS AND REGISTRATION DIVISION

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and experienced applicants for the following post: –

Head, Evaluations and Registration – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director-General, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among other duties:

• Implement the Medicines and Allied Substances Control Act 15:03 Section 26 to 41, Registration of Medicines and Allied Substances Control (Principal) Regulations SI 150 of 1991, and Complementary Medicines Regulation IS 97 of 2015 to register safe, effective and good quality Human Allopathic, Complementary Medicines and Veterinary Medicines.
• Participate in the Authority’s Strategic Planning, Financial Planning and review sessions.
• Translate the Authority’s Strategic Objectives and Financial Plans into the Evaluations and Registration (EVR) Divisional Annual Work Plans and Financial Plans (Budget).
• Implement, control, monitor and evaluate Key Result Areas (KRAs) of the EVR Division on Human Capital, Financial Resources, Internal Business Process, Customer Satisfaction and Good Corporate Governance.
• Implement regulatory decisions of the Registration Committee, Veterinary Committee and Complementary Medicines Sub-Committee.
• Maintain complete internal records of applicants.
• Align Divisional processes, procedures and practice with SADC Regulatory Harmonization, African Medicines Regulatory Harmonization (AMRH) initiative, WHO, OIE, ICH and VICH norms and standards and Good Regulatory Practice (GRP).
• Implement the Authority’s Regional Centre of Regulatory Excellence (ReCoRE) Strategy in the Division and in Co-ordination with other Divisions/Units.
• Ensure scheduled stakeholder consultative meetings are conducted and provide feedback to Management, Committees and Staff.
• Provide clear and public access (website) guidelines for Registration of Human Allopathic, Complementary and Veterinary products.
• Ensure information on approved, cancelled, refused and withdrawn products is published on the organization’s website and in the Government Gazette.
• Establish, maintain and improve the Division’s Quality Systems.

Requirements

• First degree in Pharmacy or Veterinary Sciences.
• Master of Science degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Master in Business Administration is an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience.
• Registered with the Pharmacist Council of Zimbabwe or Council of Veterinary Surgeons.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE      

                                                                        Closing Date: 13^th September 2024                                                

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JOB VACANCY:  DATA ENTRY CLERK, GRADE C2, EVALUATIONS AND REGISTRATION DIVISION

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and experienced applicants for the following post: –

Data Entry Clerk – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head-Evaluations and Registration, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among other duties:

• Prepare registers for approved medicines.
• Prepare Gazette notice templates.
• Conduct timeous status updates for all medicines.
• Ensure accurate and up to date ZIMDIS database.
• Receive new dossiers, responses and samples for human, complimentary medicines and veterinary medicines, both manually (hard copies) and electronically (e-submission)
• Receive new variation applications and responses both manually and electronically.
• Screen applications for registrations of human allopathic medicines.
• Provide applicants with information on registration requirements.
• Assist in tracking officer in providing feedback to applicants on progress of submitted applications.
• Communicate the outcome of registration committee meetings to applicants.
• Assist in monitoring and recording the Division`s product samples storage conditions.
• Assist in orientation of pre-registration pharmacists.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Technician (Pharma Tech) Diploma or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ working experience.
• Formal computer training (e.g. ICDL. Database management courses) and practical experience with Microsoft Office packages (MS-word, MS-Excel, MS-SharePoint, MS-Publisher)
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Basic computer skills e.g. MS Office, email, internet.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE                                                                  

Closing Date: 9^th September 2024

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JOB VACANCY: JUNIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR (SYSTEMS), GRADE C2, INTERNAL AUDIT UNIT.

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and experienced applicants for the following post: –

Junior Internal Auditor (Systems) – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Internal Auditor in the Internal Audit Unit the incumbent will be responsible for the following among other duties:

• Participate in audit planning activities and execute IT audit procedures in line with audit objectives.
• Identify and evaluate IT-related risks that could impact the Authority`s operations, data security and business continuity.
• Utilize the audit software and data analysis tools to extract and manipulate data for audit purposes.
• Perform forensic analysis of IT systems and data.
• Conduct audits of IT systems, including infrastructure, applications and databases to evaluate security controls, data integrity and system reliability.
• Assess the effectiveness of IT controls related to access management, change management, data security and IT governance within the organization.
• Ensure IT systems and processes comply with relevant regulations, industry standards and internal policies through compliance audits.
• Review information security policies, procedures and practices to identify gaps and recommend improvements for data protection.
• Implement continuous monitoring mechanisms to track changes in IT systems, detect emerging risks and ensure ongoing compliance with control requirements.
• Collaborate with IT personnel and management to understand technical aspects of systems, address audit findings and facilitate improvements in controls.
• Track and monitor the status of IT audits recommendations.
• Address urgent audit issues or requests with agility and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Auditing, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Possession of or studying for a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least one (1) year working experience in either Auditing, ICT or Accounting environments.
• IT Systems knowledge – understanding of various IT systems, including hardware, software, networks, databases and applications.
• Proficiency in using audit software(s) and data analytics tools.
• Proactive and self-starter.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to: 

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE                                                                  

                                                                                    Closing Date: 9^th September 2024

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JOB VACANCY:  GRADUATE INTERN, GRADE C1, INTERNAL AUDIT UNIT.

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and experienced applicants for the following post: –

Graduate intern – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Internal Auditor in the Internal Audit Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among other duties:

• Assist in planning assignments and developing audit programs.
• Participate in coordinating audit entry and closure meetings with management.
• Identify potential risks and control weaknesses in audited areas.
• Gather documentation and conduct testing of internal control processes and financial transactions.
• Assist in analysing data for anomalies and trends.
• Utilise data analysis tools to extract and manipulate data for audit purposes.
• Present data findings in a clear and understandable format.
• Track and monitor the status of audit recommendations.
• Communicate with auditees to obtain updates on action plans
• Prepare follow-up reports to document progress and completion.
• Maintain correspondences with auditees, Management and other stakeholders in the relevant Unit/audit files.
• Ensure all supporting evidence, such as sample selections, screenshots, emails and interview notes is appropriately documented in the audit files.
• Manage Quality Management System files.
• Address urgent audit issues or requests with agility and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Auditing, Accounting, Finance or Business Studies or equivalent.
• At least one (1) year working experience in either Auditing, Accounting or Finance environments.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Good analytical skills and communication skills.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE      

                                                                        Closing Date: 9^th September 2024                  

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JOB VACANCY:  GRADUATE INTERN, GRADE C1, MICROBIOLOGY AND MEDICAL DEVICES UNIT

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and hardworking applicants for the following post: –

Graduate intern – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to Microbiology and Medical Devices Manager and under supervision of competent Analysts in the Microbiology laboratory, the incumbent will be responsible for the following under supervision:

• Participate in microbiological analysis of medicines and herbal products according to pharmacopeial methods such as sterility testing, Microbial Assay of Antibiotics, Microbial Examination of non-sterile products (MENSP), Bacterial Endotoxin testing and Identification of micro-organisms.
• Generate analytical reports and certificates of analysis.
• Assist with sample analysis including media preparation and sterilization of materials.
• Routine equipment maintenance and verifications.
• Assist in the laboratory inventory management.
• Maintain a clean laboratory environment.
• Compile activity reports for the laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in either Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology degree or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Package.
• Good Analytical Skills.
• Must be organised and pays attention to detail.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE      

                                                                                    Closing Date: 9^th September 2024   

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JOB VACANCY:  GRADUATE INTERN, GRADE C1, QUALITY UNIT

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and hardworking applicants for the following post: –

Graduate intern – 1 Post

1.0       Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to Quality Manager in the Quality Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following under supervision:

• Improve internal effectiveness on document reviews, formatting and implementation.
• Receipt of samples and release of test reports to customers by Samples Repository office.
• Attend to customer queries.
• Assist with timely processing of laboratory invoices for analysed samples.
• Assist with receipt and completion of documents for all MCAZ samples.
• Assist with dispensing of samples to the relevant units/divisions.
• Timely distribution of all approved MCAZ Quality documents.
• Assist in samples handling duties including stock take.
• Maintain proper filing of Quality documents in the Quality Office.

Requirements

• BSc Biochemistry/ Biological Sciences/ Chemistry degree.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of compliance to procedures and guidelines.
• Good communication skills.

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE      

                                                                                    Closing Date: 9^th September 2024