6 Job Positions of Food technology inspection specialist at Rwanda food and drugs authority (FDA) :Deadline: Dec 4, 2024

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

 To conduct inspections of food manufacturing facilities for compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP) in a timely manner to meet the set service delivery performance targets DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  To assess and evaluate inspections applications for GMP in accordance with Rwanda FDA procedures.  To inspect food manufacturing sites for compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP) as accepted by Rwanda FDA.  To assess and evaluate GMP inspection reports of other regulatory authorities when applicable on international food manufacturing sites where food products for exportation to Rwanda are manufactured.  To provide update and status of certification for all manufacturers of food products.

 To write and compile inspection reports when acting as lead inspector and contributing to preparation of all other inspections reports.  To continuously update database or register associated with GMP application of food manufacturing facilities.  To prepare and submit reports and appropriate records of meetings and activities as required.  To participate in premises licensing inspections for manufacturing facilities/GSP/GDP of food products and other related activities.  To work closely across inspection teams, Rwanda FDA departments and External regulators to ensure inspection activities are planned and communicated effectively.  To evaluate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of FDIC for compliance with GMP/GSDP Guidelines as adopted by Rwanda FDA.  To participate in the development of regulations, guidelines, manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other quality management system documents for the Division.  To ensure that processes, systems, and procedures needed for quality enhancement of the services offered by the Division are implemented.  To implement approved strategic and business plans, including the achievement of performance targets.  To consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within Food and Drugs Inspection and Compliance Division to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives.  To participate in organized training in Quality Management System.

 To ensure that inspection procedures remain up to date with relevant developments in National and International legislation, regulations, and guidelines.  To participate and contribute to the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) program within the Division.  To take measures to identify and resolve issues impacting performance.  To promote a positive, open, friendly, and professional working environment.  To attend job related trainings.  Assist in minuting the recommendations of relevant advisory committees of Food and Drugs Inspection Division applicable to the activities of the Division.  Record statistics of generated and peer-reviewed reports.  Manage the associated risks and Audit queries through a clear governance process, ensuring that the correct procedure is followed, care taken, and ethical behavior demonstrated when managing inspection-related resources and that all relevant records and evidence is sufficiently maintained for Audit purpose.  To attend and contribute to meetings of the Food and Drugs Inspection and Compliance division as required.  To participate, as required, at national and international seminars in the areas of licensing/GxP.  To respond to queries (technical and procedural) from customers.  Provide advisory support to key stakeholders, including participations in regulatory meetings and conferences while demonstrating sound industry and technical knowledge.  Liaise with inspectors from international regulatory authority.  To perform any other duties as assigned by the Division Manager

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Food Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Food Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 4

    Bachelor of Science in Food Safety and Quality

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master of Science in Food Science and Technology

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Master of Science in Food Safety and Quality

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 8

    Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 10

    Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

    3 Years of relevant experience
    
    
    

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

    3 Years of relevant experience

• • 12

    Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Chemistry

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 14

    Master’s Degree in Biology

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 15

    Master’s Degree in Biotechnology

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 16

    Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry

    3 Years of relevant experience

• • 17

    Bachelor’s Degree in Food Sciences

    3 Years of relevant experience

• • 18

    Master’s Degree in Food Sciences

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Food Technology

    1 Years of relevant experience
    
    
    
    

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Food Safety

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture

    3 Years of relevant experience

• • 24

    Master’s Degree in Agriculture

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 25

    Bachelor’s Degree in Crop Sciences

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Crop Sciences

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 27

    Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 28

    Master’s degree in Nutrition

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 29

    Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics

    1 Years of relevant experience

• • 30

    Master’s degree in Biochemistry

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Food Safety

    1 Years of relevant experience

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology

  3 Years of relevant experience
  
  
  
  

Required competencies and key technical skills

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    Resource management skills

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    Analytical skills

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    Problem solving skills

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    Decision making skills

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    Networking skills

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    Time management skills

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    Risk management skills

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    Performance management skills

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    Results oriented

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    Digital literacy skills

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  Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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