Senior Specialist, Global Patient Safety, Southern Africa Cluster
AstraZeneca
Southern Africa Cluster
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Pharmacovigilance system maintenance
Local health authority regulation knowledge
Icsr processing and submission
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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Specialist for Global Patient Safety in the Southern Africa Cluster, focusing on ensuring compliance with pharmacovigilance regulations. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to maintain patient safety systems and requires a strong background in pharmacy or a related field, with at least three years of relevant experience.
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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 (ICSRs), support risk minimization activities, and facilitate interactions with local health authorities.
This position offers the opportunity to join a high-performing team dedicated to patient safety while working in a Great Place to Work certified environment.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Specialist for Global Patient Safety in the Southern Africa Cluster, focusing on ensuring compliance with pharmacovigilance regulations. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to maintain patient safety systems and requires a strong background in pharmacy or a related field, with at least three years of relevant experience.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Pharmacovigilance system maintenance
Local health authority regulation knowledge
ICSR processing and submission
Risk management plan support
Audit and inspection readiness
Nice-to-have
Vendor management experience
French language skills
Project management capabilities
Cross-functional collaboration
Mentoring junior staff
Key Requirements
Completed Pharmacy Degree or equivalent science qualification
3+ years work experience in pharmaceutical industry