Senior Specialist, Global Patient Safety, Southern Africa Cluster
AstraZeneca
Southern Africa Cluster
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Pharmacovigilance system maintenance
Local regulatory compliance management
Individual case safety reports processing
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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Specialist in Global Patient Safety for the Southern Africa Cluster, focusing on pharmacovigilance and compliance within the biopharmaceutical sector. The role requires expertise in patient safety processes, regulatory knowledge, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to local and global requirements.
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Job Summary
The role ensures AstraZeneca maintains an effective pharmacovigilance system that complies with local PV requirements across the Southern Africa Cluster.
Candidates will manage Individual Case Safety Reports, risk minimization activities, and interactions with local health authorities to ensure patient safety.
AstraZeneca offers a Great Place to Work environment with TopEmployer certification for South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Specialist in Global Patient Safety for the Southern Africa Cluster, focusing on pharmacovigilance and compliance within the biopharmaceutical sector. The role requires expertise in patient safety processes, regulatory knowledge, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to local and global requirements.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Pharmacovigilance system maintenance
Local regulatory compliance management
Individual Case Safety Reports processing
Risk management plan implementation
Health authority interaction support
Nice-to-have
Vendor management experience
Audit and inspection experience
French language skills
Project management capabilities
Mentoring junior staff members
Key Requirements
Completed Pharmacy Degree or equivalent science qualification
3+ years work experience in pharmaceutical industry