The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (Bo

MRA) is a dynamic, fast-paced organization committed to the regulation of Human and Veterinary Medicines, Medical Devices, and Complementary Medicines & Cosmetics.

We are driven by our core values of Integrity, Client Focus, Transparency, Excellence, and Collaboration with which we foster a high-performance culture that encourages collaboration and professional excellence.

Joining Bo

MRA means being part of a team that prioritizes continuous learning and a positive impact on public health.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team in the following area.

• Type: contract
• Location: Gaborone
• Category: Science & Research
• Closing Date: 202 •••••• 29

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in screening and reviewing applications for registration, variations, exemptions, and retentions of medical devices and IVDs under supervision.
• Support post-market surveillance and vigilance activities for medical devices and IVDs.
• Participate in inspections and licensing activities of premises dealing with medical devices under the guidance of senior officers.
• Assist in maintaining medical device registers, databases, and regulatory records.
• Support the preparation and communication of regulatory decisions and applicant correspondence.
• Assist in responding to customer inquiries using approved channels and formats.
• Participate in the assessment of medical device manufacturers for compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support investigations relating to non-compliance and illegal activities involving medical devices in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the review and update of regulatory procedures, guidelines, and templates.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders on matters relating to medical device regulation.
• Participate in training and professional development activities as part of the graduate programme.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering or relevant field.
• Recent graduates with no prior work experience may apply.
• Added advantage: Prior regulatory or medical devices industry experience.
• Attention to detail, Ethics and Integrity, Time Management, Results Oriented, Good Clinical Practice compliance, Safety compliance

How to Apply

If you believe that you have the above capabilities, meet the minimum requirements, and would like to grow with Bo

MRA, kindly send your application, latest CV, certified copies of certificates, and two (2) current referees' details to: re•••••••••@••••••.bw