ead,
Drug Inspectorate Services in delivering inspectorate services for medical
devices and surgical instruments at NDA

• Regulate,
  control, and monitor all matters related to medical devices and surgical instruments,
  stakeholders and Conformity
  Assessment Bodies.
• Actively
  coordinate and supervise establishment of the standards for compliance
  with conformity assessment procedures of medical devices (evaluate new
  techniques / reagents)
• Manage
  and monitor post-market surveillance and vigilance system of medical
  devices used in the country.
• Ensure
  and supervise the timely regular inspection and certification of premises
  dealing in the manufacture, importation, storage , distribution,
  dispensing of medical devices (including those for human and veterinary
  use) in both the private and public sectors.
• Coordinate
  and conduct assessment of medical device manufacturers for Good Manufacturing
  Practice (GMP) compliance prior recommendation for product market
  authorization.
• Coordinate
  and participate in the verification of pro-forma invoices for importation
  of medical devices and equipment; and ensure compliance with registration
  and other requirements.
• Actively
  collaborate with Uganda Revenue Authority, Police and other security
  organs to investigate suspected cases of illegal/criminal activities
  related to medical device importation,(chemicals / reagents) handling,
  distribution and use.
• Responsible
  for the sensitization of various stakeholders on the need to comply with
  the provisions of the National Drug Policy and Authority Act Cap 206 of
  the Laws of Uganda (revised edition 2000).
• Compile
  and prepare in collaboration with the head of department quarterly and
  annual activity reports for the various units.
• Train
  and mentor new employees, prepare work schedules, monitor and evaluate
  performance.
• Perform
  any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time

• The
  applicant must hold a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences
• Possession
  of a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences from a recognized
  Institution.
• Registration
  with the relevant professional body.
• At
  least eight (8) years’ experience in a reputable organization or company,
  with at least three years in a senior position.
• Past
  exposure and experience with GMP inspection is an added advantage
• Good
  working knowledge of various aspects of medical device regulation.
• Training
  in management
• Computer
  literacy i.e. Proficiency in computer applications especially Microsoft
  office packages
• Must be
  of high integrity
• Training
  and experience in Quality Management System Lead auditor ISO 9001 and ISO
  17020 is an added advantage