The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), is the National Medicines
Regulatory Authority established in terms of the Medicines and Related Substances Act, 1965,
(Act No. 101 of 1965) as amended, to provide for the monitoring, evaluation, regulation,
investigation, inspection, registration and control of medicines, scheduled substances, clinical
trials and medical devices, and related matters in the public interest.
CHIEF REGULATORY OFFICER
SALARY LEVEL 15: R 1 668 833 – R 1 824 787 per annum (total cost to company)
(REF NO: SAHPRA 030/2024) (5-YEAR CONTRACT)
SALARY: A cost-to-company remuneration package benchmarked with Schedule 3A Public
Entities and commensurate with the competencies of the appointee will be negotiated with the
successful candidate. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: Matric Certificate and a medical, pharmaceutical, or scientific master’s degree
at NQF level 9 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), with at least
one relevant postgraduate qualification in these fields • An MBA or similar management
qualification will be an advantage • A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in health
products regulation or experience in a corporate health products regulatory affairs environment, of
which at least five (5) years must be at a senior management level supporting business operations
• Competency assessments designed to be appropriate for this position will be part of the selection
process.
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS: Experience in and knowledge of health products regulation • A good
understanding of the pharmaceutical, complementary medicines and medical device industries •
Familiarity with international best practices in health product regulation and understanding of how
these would relate to the South African context • Excellent awareness of South Africa’s health
policy • In-depth understanding and knowledge of all relevant legislation, including the Medicines
and Related Substances Act and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) • Proven track
record in the development and implementation of technical and operational strategies •
Organisational management skills including a proven track record of successfully leading a diverse
group of employees whilst creating an empowering environment • Solid previous exposure to
corporate governance, policies and operations of an organisation • Ability to manage multiple
technical programmes and projects • Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills •
Critical thinking and the ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems quickly and
effectively • Advanced computer skills • The incumbent must be assertive, self-driven, innovative,
solution orientated, customer focused, able to work under pressure and have the ability to maintain
high levels of confidentiality.
DUTIES: Assist the Chief Executive Officer with the formulation and implementation of the
SAHPRA Strategic and Annual Performance Plans • Provide strategic technical and operational
direction and ensure implementation and coordination of the various functions related to the
regulation of medicines and medical devices • Advise the Chief Executive Officer and management
team on key technical and operational matters and make recommendations on the overall
regulatory strategy of the Authority • Ensure that the Authority’s core functions are managed and
implemented in line with applicable policies and procedures as set out by relevant legislation and
regulations • Provide support services to the Authority, Board, committees, departments, divisions
and staff • Mentor and manage senior managers, to ensure they have the skills required by the
organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives • Assume direct responsibility
for the performance management of senior managers and regulatory business units • Provide
guidance, leadership and management of SAHPRA’s performance metrics and measurement
reporting processes • Provide regular reports to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of SAHPRA
on the functioning and regulatory performance of the Authority • Perform on-going review of
SAHPRA’s technical and operational strategy in line with international regulatory best practices •
Ensure that SAHPRA’s activities comply with organisational requirements for quality management,
legal stipulations, and general duty of care • Oversee the application of sound corporate
governance and risk management processes to protect the interests of the Authority and the public
and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements • Ensure effective public relations
management with external and internal stakeholders and the promotion of a positive organisational
image • Liaise with the Ministry and Department of Health, other government departments and
entities (e.g. Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Trade and Industry, Science and Technology,
Environmental Affairs, etc.), SADC and other countries, industry bodies as well as relevant
international regulatory authorities and bodies that are necessary to achieve the objectives of the
Authority.
Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that
their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security
clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, citizenship status and
previous employment. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that
intends to test relevant knowledge, skill and technical elements of the job.
SAHPRA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are
encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. SAHPRA reserves the
right to fill or not to fill the vacant post/s.
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications
which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of qualification(s) and
Identity Document. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of
qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following
communication from Human Resources.
SAHPRA comply with the provisions of Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No.
4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment
only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the
event your application was unsuccessful, SAHPRA will retain your personal information for
internal audit purposes as required by policies.
Applications should be submitted through the SAHPRA Website Online Portal: SAHPRA website
(https://www.sahpra.org.za) – About Us – Vacancies.
Enquiries: Ms S. Molepo, Email: [email protected] (APPLICATIONS SENT TO
THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS).
The closing date is on 30th September 2024 at 16H00.
