Bachelor of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy
MBA
The Technical Officer—Pharmacovigilance will provide technical expertise and coordination in implementing pharmacovigilance systems and safety surveillance activities across African Union (AU) Member States. Under the guidance of the senior Pharmacovigilance Technical Officer
the officer will support initiatives aimed at improving medication safety and strengthening pharmacovigilance frameworks within the African continent. Major Duties and Responsibilities: The Technical Officer Pharmacovigilance shall: The Technical Officer—Pharmacovigilance will provide technical expertise and coordination in implementing pharmacovigilance systems and safety surveillance activities across African Union (AU) Member States. Under the guidance of the senior Pharmacovigilance Senior Technical Officer
the officer will support initiatives aimed at improving medication safety and strengthening pharmacovigilance frameworks within the African continent. Contribute to developing and updating pharmacovigilance policies
guidelines
and frameworks for Africa. Organize and facilitate training programs
workshops
and capacity-building initiatives in pharmacovigilance and safety monitoring. Monitor and evaluate the performance of pharmacovigilance systems and recommend improvements. Stay informed about global developments in pharmacovigilance and provide technical advice to AU Member States to ensure adherence to international standards. Represent Africa CDC in regional and international forums related to pharmacovigilance and medication safety. Qualification and work experience required Master’s degree in Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology
Clinical Pharmacy
Pharmacology
Public Health
or a related field from a recognized institution is required with 2 years of professional experience in the field. OR Bachelor’s degree in clinical pharmacy
Public Health
or a related field from a recognized institution is required with 5 years of experience in the field Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
PhD in Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology or Clinical Pharmacy
Public Health
or a closely related field from a recognized institution is required
with 2 years of experience in the field is an added advantage. Additional certifications or specialized training in pharmacovigilance
regulatory science
or medication safety are desirable. At least three years of experience in roles involving technical support
program implementation
or stakeholder coordination. Prior experience in working with national regulatory authorities or regional health organizations is advantageous. Required skills and Competencies: Functional skills Functional Skills: Demonstrated experience in implementing and monitoring pharmacovigilance systems. Knowledge of public health programs
particularly in strengthening pharmaceutical systems. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to contribute to project planning
management
and evaluation. Technical writing skills
including reporting and documentation preparation. Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Word
Excel
PowerPoint
and internet-based tools. Personal Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Adaptability
resilience
and the ability to work under pressure. A proactive approach to identifying solutions and driving results. Language Requirement Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic
English
French
Spanish
Kiswahili and Portuguese) is required. Knowledge of one or several other working languages would be an added advantage.