Job Description

The African Union Development Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of Programme Officer - Product Safety and Risk Management African Union Smart Safety Surveillance (AU-3S).


Under the supervision of the Senior Programme Officer - AU Smart Safety Surveillance, The Programme Officer - Product Safety and Risk Management will be responsible for implementing and executing strategies to ensure the safety of medicines, with a particular focus on risks associated with emerging safety signals. The officer will play a key role in processing, evaluating, and disseminating critical product safety information to stakeholders involved in the AU-3S programme.

Required Skills and Competencies

Proven experience in developing and implementing risk communication strategies, particularly in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to non-technical audiences. Strong ability to evaluate and interpret safety information for effective decision-making. Demonstrated expertise in developing communication materials, such as press releases, brochures, newsletters, and FAQs, and utilizing various traditional and digital communication channels. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating proactiveness, initiative, and sound judgment. Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of individuals and institutions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. High level of integrity and discretion, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Ability to thrive in a multicultural and multinational work environment, fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

Education and Experience

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A Master's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacoepidemiology, Pharmacovigilance, Medicine, Health Informatics and Communication, Public Health, or a related field, with two (2) years of progressive professional experience in Healthcare Communication, Pharmacovigilance, or Public Health within public sector institutions or similar organizations at the national, regional, or continental level. Experience in a supervisory role is an added advantage.


Or


A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacoepidemiology, Pharmacovigilance, Medicine, Health Informatics and Communication, Public Health, or a related field, with five (5) years of progressive professional experience in Healthcare Communication, Pharmacovigilance, or Public Health within public sector institutions or similar organizations at the national, regional, or continental level, including at least two (2) years at a supervisory level.

Application

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To apply, please submit the following:


A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency.

A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age, and gender.

Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate's work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses.

Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.

Remuneration:

Indicative basic salary of US$35,044.83 per annum plus other entitlements e.g., Post Adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($21,832.88 per annum), gratuity (15% of gross salary) in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to the internationally recruited staff of the African Union.

Applications

must be received no later than

Monday, 14 April 2025

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Click below to register and apply:

https://e-recruitment.nepad.org:44310/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_startpage_ext_cand

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

.

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