Abacus Pharma
Quality Assurance Officer – 04
JOB IDENTIFICATION
Department: Quality Assurance
Reporting to: QA Team Leaders
POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for execution of QA activities.
JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS
Schedule and prepare protocols/reports and conduct process and cleaning validation.
Provide ongoing training, motivation, coaching, support, and correction to employees to ensure that quality standards are met.
Responsible for investigation of deviations, complaints, and recalls in coordination with RA.
Issue controlled documents, e.g. specifications, BMRS, BPRs, preventive maintenance, facility layouts, SOPs, protocols, etc.
Collect and compile statistical quality data, keeping accurate record of the same (APQR)
Monitor cleaning of warehouses, temperature mapping, and recording.
Support the quality assurance team leaders to ensure the development of fit-for-purpose QA policies and procedures and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the same.
Document and report quality issues to management and other departments.
Verify the received materials on receipt and ensure that it adheres to the accepted quality limits.
Carry out online inspections of documents for compliance to data integrity.
Be responsible for the retention, issuance and destruction of all records.
To follow up on the approved reprocessing and reworks
To follow up on the Approved Change controls, CAPA, Risk
To ensure that the required initial and continuing training of quality control personnel is carried out and adapted according to the need.
Online documentation; log books, reports and BMRs.
AUTHORITIES
Issuing controlled documents.
Deviation reporting on non-conforming activities.
Line clearance for all production activities.
COMPETENCIES
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
Report Writing Skills
Influencing Skills
Budget management skills
Analytical Skills
Presentation skills
Good communication & interpersonal Skills
Computer Skills (PPt, Excel and MS Word)
Negotiation skills
Strategic thinking
Conflict Management
Able to learn and adapt to change.
Innovative/creative skills.
Intermediate level of English and one other local language, preferably Luganda.
Behavioral/Attitude Competencies:
Respect for others
Sociable
Leadership
Result oriented
Open and Decisive.
Business Acumen
Teamwork
Responsible
Mature & assertive
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Basic safety training
Basic GMP training
Good documentation practices training
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in chemistry, pharmacy, or a related field.
A relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
2 years of experience preferably in a pharmaceutical/healthcare industry
Application Process
Please submit your CV and academic credentials to apdlug.careers@abacuspharma.com by May 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
