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Job Title: Internal Quality Auditor-Risk (Fresher NGO Jobs)
Organisation: Medical Research Council (MRC UK) /UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Quality and Risk
About the Company:
The Medical Research Council (MRC UK) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence with dominant research themes in the areas of HIV and emerging infections, vaccines and immunity, and chronic diseases and cancer. Through a multidisciplinary approach, intersecting basic science, epidemiological research, social-behavioural research and the conduct of new intervention evaluation studies, the Unit contributes knowledge on changing epidemics and diseases, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. Following the signing of strategic transfer agreements between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Medical Research Council (MRC UK), the Unit formally joined LSHTM on 1st February 2018. The exciting new partnership will boost research capacity into current and emerging health issues in Africa and throughout the world. The Unit is based at the UVRI Entebbe campus with established outposts in Kalungu, Masaka, Wakiso and Kampala Districts.
Job Summary: The position holder will be assess compliance with Unit polices, procedures, regulatory and service standards compare performance against external standards, and prepare/coordinate for an external audits. Planning, conducting, reporting internal quality audit findings and work with auditees to develop, implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions-CAPA.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop annual audit plan to oversee compliance with Unit SOPs, policies, Legal and regulatory standards;
- Ensure quality audits are coordinated and carried out on a regular basis, and that related reports are documented and identified actions are followed up and addressed effectively;
- Support and keep track of external audits, assessments and inspection and the follow-up of audit-related findings and corrective actions;
- Coordinate necessary groups and individuals to ensure that all required actions arising out of internal and external audits are addressed appropriately and documented;
- Provide guidance to and act as Unit focal point for external auditors, assessors and inspectors;
- Analyzing data to identify potential causes of problems and recommend solutions;
- Reviewing procedures for compliance with national regulations and laws, such as laws regarding discrimination in hiring practices or wage payment requirements;
- Interviewing personnel to determine the cause of problems and identify possible solutions;
- Reviewing completed work to ensure that it meets company standards for quality and accuracy;
- Conducting research on potential risks or issues that could impact the Unit in the future;
- Reviewing plans and procedures for operations to ensure that they comply with industry standards and best practices; and,
- Support internal investigations into allegation of personnel misconduct.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a recognized University or institution;
- Should possess at least two years auditing experience;
- Experience in CAPA design and follow up;
- Good Knowledge with the principles of quality management standards such as ISO standards;
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP);
- Excellent knowledge in systems auditing;
- Experience of working with electronic quality management systems;
- Good knowledge of the risk based auditing approach;
- Should possess the ability to convey clear, concise information and offer constructive feedback;
- Confidence in directing and supporting a team towards compliance and collective goals;
- Excellent Communication skills with people at all levels;
- Critical thinking;
- Attention to detail;
- Problem solving skills; and,
- Knowledge in auditing standards.
How to Apply
Follow the link below to fill a form and submit your application documentation:
Filling the form more than once will lead to automatic disqualification. High level of integrity while filling the form is required and will be considered during shortlisting.
All candidates should combine all their application documentation i.e. cover letter, CV & certified copies of academic documents into one PDF document. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. This position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Strictly follow the application procedure
as failure to do so will lead to automatic disqualification. Only online applications through the link provided will be accepted. You will receive a notification in your email if your application and documentation have been successfully received.
N.B: You will be required to present certified copies of your academic documentation before employment.
The applications should be addressed to:
The Head of Human Resources,
MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, P.O. Box, 49, Entebbe, Uganda.
Consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of the advert. Any form of lobbying at any stage will lead to automatic disqualification. By submitting your personal information, you consent to the MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit holding and using it in accordance with its recruitment policy and procedure. The Unit reserves the right to verify documents attached with the relevant awarding institutions to authenticate their validity.
NB: MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit strives for inclusion and diversity and therefore considers all job applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, and disability. We highly encourage persons with disabilities to apply and compete for different job openings at the Unit. The Unit is an equal opportunity employer committed to having a diverse work force and does not ask for money at any stage of recruitment.
Deadline: 30th August 2024
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