SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA) VACANCIES

​QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PRACTITIONER
SALARY: R821 261 – R871 638 PER ANNUM (TOTAL COST TO COMPANY)
Ref No.: SAHPRA 75 of 2025/26
CENTRE: Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS: ● Applicants must have a Matric certificate and an appropriate four-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) in Health/Natural Sciences, Quality, or Technical Related as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
 
EXPERIENCE: ●A minimum of five (5) years post-qualification experience in Quality Assurance, within a regulatory environment, pharmaceutical or medical devices. ●Knowledge of Regulatory requirements. ●Certificate in ISO 9001, including Lead Quality Audit credentials. ●Extensive experience in implementation and maintaining Quality Management System. ●Proficient in Quality Assurance principles, tools, and continuous improvement methodologies
 
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: * Knowledge of regulatory requirements. *Knowledge of ISO 9001 standard and expertise on quality management systems. *Sound knowledge of process plotting/ mapping. *Computer Literacy with MS Office. *Knowledge and understanding of eQMS. *Communication skills both verbal and written. *Report writing and presentation skills. *Problem solving and decision-making skills. *Planning and organizing skills. *Facilitation and skills transfer. *Change management skills. *Project management skills. *Risk management skills. *Statistical and analytical skills. *QMS lead auditing skills. *Conflict management skills. *Interpersonal Skills. *Attention to detail. *Deadline driven & customer focused. *Objectivity. *Resilience. *Time Management. *Interpersonal. *Critical Thinking. *Team Player. *Risk based thinking.
 
DUTIES: QMS establishment: Develop, implement, and maintain the organisational Quality Management System and its associated processes. Ensure effective monitoring, measurement, and continuous maintenance of the QMS to support operational continuity. Maintain organisational compliance with ISO 9001 standards and ensure successful certification and recertification.
Business Support and Advisory: Provide strategic and operational support on QMS governance and implementation across the organisation. Develop, implement, and maintain documented information required for effective QMS operations. Facilitate and coordinate continual improvement initiatives to enhance organisational processes. Ensure complaints and queries related to quality management are addressed and resolved within defined timelines. Review and approve change controls and deviations to ensure process integrity and compliance.
QMS Governance and Compliance: Plan and coordinate internal QMS audits in accordance with approved audit programmes. Compile and issue audit reports within stipulated timelines and monitor implementation of corrective actions. Ensure effective management and closure of identified non-conformances. Support successful national and international regulatory assessments (e.g., ISO 9001, PIC/S, WHO GBT). Facilitate QMS awareness and training initiatives across the organisation. Provide accurate inputs into Management Review processes and monitor the implementation of agreed actions and outcomes.
Quality Assurance and Risk Management: Monitor and evaluate organisational process performance to ensure effectiveness and compliance with QMS requirements. Develop and maintain the annual internal audit plan. Identify non-conformances, risks, and opportunities for improvement and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented. Maintain accurate and compliant process-related records. Standardise documentation templates and guidelines and ensure timely review of documented information for adequacy and approval. Promote and integrate a risk-based thinking approach within organisational processes and documentation to mitigate potential risks and undesirable outcomes.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (HOW TO APPLY):
 Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application clearly indicating the title of the position and reference number. Applications must include a signed cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names and email addresses of three (3) contactable referees. and certified copies of the required qualifications (including Grade 12 or matric certificate). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview date that will be communicated by Human Resources
 Should you have a foreign qualification, your application must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate (report) from the 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 larger number of applications anticipated, communication will only be limited to the short-listed candidates. 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 that will be specified by SAHPRA.
 Applicants should note that pre-suitability checks will be conducted after they have been shortlisted. The appointment of applicants will be 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 (1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998.
 SAHPRA intends to promote equity (race, gender, and disability) in line with the numeric targets in our Employment Equity plan. We are committed to this plan when recruiting internally and externally, with a policy to promote from the internal applicants where it is possible. Preference will be given to suitably qualified individuals from previously disadvantaged groups. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate their disability status.
 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.
Therefore, 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/vacancies.
 For enquiries: Please contact Mr M Mokone, HR Administrator, via email at mohlamme.mokone@sahpra.org.za.NOTE: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
 The closing date is 26 March 2026 at 16:00.