SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA) VACANCIES

​ADMIN SCREENER
SALARY LEVEL 5 R293 131.00 – R315 765.00 per annum (Total cost to company)
Ref No.: SAHPRA 22/2025
CENTRE: Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be in possession of a post-matric qualification in Business Administration or similar.
 
EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years of administrative experience in a regulated environment, a National Diploma will be an added advantage.
                                                          
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: *Thorough knowledge and understanding of sound administrative and reporting requirements. *Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information and attention to detail. *Report writing. *Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills (written and verbal). *Critical thinking and the ability to exercise good judgement and solve problems quickly and effectively. *Computer skills. *Time management skills. *Problem-solving skills. *Client orientation and customer focus.
 
DUTIES: *Prepare report to be sent to evaluators of pharmaceutical manufacturing sites for compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). *Prepare resolutions for Pharmaceutical Products as accepted by SAHPRA. *Work closely across inspection teams, SAHPRA’s units and external regulators to ensure inspection activities are planned and communicated effectively. *Evaluate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the Inspectorate for compliance with GMP/GWP Guidelines as adopted by SAHPRA. *Contribute to the Inspectorate’s compliance management process by ensuring that instances of suspected or known non-compliance are handled in an appropriate manner. *Prepare reports for SAHPRA’s Finance Unit. Liaise with inspectors within regulatory authorities. *Interview members from the industry to discuss SAHPRA Board resolutions and requirements of the Medicine and Related Substances Act, 101 of 1965 and medicines quality issues. * To provide advisory support to key stakeholders, including participation in Regulatory meetings and conferences, external presentations, all while demonstrating sound industry and technical knowledge. *Record statistics of generated reports. *Manage the associated risks and audit queries through a clear governance process, ensuring that the correct procedure is followed, care taken, and ethical behaviour demonstrated when managing inspection-related resources and that all relevant records and evidence are sufficiently maintained for audit purposes.

​INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (HOW TO APPLY):
 Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should submit their application, clearly state the position name and post reference number, including a signed cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names and email addresses of three (3) referees, copies of required qualifications (including matric) and Identity Document. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.
 Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, your application must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate (report) from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
 Incomplete applications or applications without the aforementioned documents or information will not be considered.
 No late applications will be accepted. Any submissions received after the specified date and time will not be considered, and CVs will not be returned.
 Due to the large number of responses anticipated, communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
 Shortlisted candidates will be expected to attend selection interviews at a date, time, and location as specified by SAHPRA.
 Applicants should note that pre-suitability checks will be conducted after they have been shortlisted. Their appointment is subject to positive outcomes from these checks, which include security clearance, verification of qualifications, criminal records, credit checks, citizenship status, and work experience.
 SAHPRA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. When filling vacant positions, the entity will consider the principles outlined in Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 108 of 1996, and the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate their disability status, which will be appreciated.
 SAHPRA reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
 SAHPRA adheres to the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 4 of 2013. CVs will not be returned, as the personal information you provide will be used solely for recruitment purposes, specifically for the position or vacancy you have applied for. If your application is unsuccessful, your personal information will be retained for internal audit purposes.
 Applications should be submitted through the SAHPRA Website Online Portal: https://www.sahpra.org.za – About Us – Vacancies.
 For enquiries: Please contact Mr Itumeleng Mosenyi, HR Business Partner, via email at itumeleng.mosenyi@sahpra.org.za.
 
NOTE: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
 
 The closing date is 14 May 2025 at 16:00.