Compliance Officer at Jawa International Limited

Jawa International Limited is a key player in the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of quality Pharmaceutical products in the Nigerian Pharmaceutical market. JAWA ranks amongst the top 10 Pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria. The company is uniquely positioned to serve the growing needs of the Nigerian market through a diverse portfolio of quality products across the various therapeutic ranges which are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the people.

With 25 years proven experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry, JAWA delivers quality service, trust and reliability to its customers. JAWA has established strategic International alliances with other leading Pharmaceutical companies in India to support her vision.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Compliance Officer

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Department: Quality Assurance
Report to: Compliance Manager

Job Overview

• The Compliance Officer at Jawa International Limited is responsible for ensuring that the company adheres to all legal, regulatory, and industry standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and other applicable health authority regulations.
• The role involves overseeing compliance programs, conducting audits, and implementing policies and procedures that ensure all operations align with both internal and external regulatory requirements.
• The Compliance Officer plays a key role in maintaining the company’s compliance with pharmaceutical manufacturing regulations, mitigating risks, and ensuring that product quality and safety standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to ensure that manufacturing processes comply with GMP and other regulatory standards.
• Plan and conduct regular internal compliance audits for all departments, including production, quality control, and distribution, to identify potential gaps.
• Prepare audit reports, highlight non-compliances, and work with relevant departments to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and track the implementation of CAPA to ensure timely and effective closure of all identified issues.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and SOPs to ensure that all departments follow legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Ensure that SOPs are regularly updated to reflect regulatory changes or operational improvements.
• Provide guidance to employees on compliance-related issues and ensure proper documentation is maintained for all processes.
• Design and deliver compliance training programs for employees to promote awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements, company policies, and best practices.
• Ensure that all employees are trained on GMP, and other relevant regulations.
• Maintain training records and ensure that mandatory training requirements are met across the company.
• Identify compliance risks related to operations, product quality, and regulatory obligations, and recommend strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Conduct risk assessments for new projects or products to ensure regulatory and legal risks are minimized.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., production, QA, legal) to proactively address potential compliance issues.
• Serve as the point of contact during regulatory inspections and audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is available and that audit responses are timely and accurate.
• Coordinate post-inspection activities, including drafting responses to regulatory findings and overseeing the implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor and ensure proper handling of customer complaints, adverse event reports, and product recalls in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve compliance-related incidents, ensuring that all issues are documented and reported by health authority guidelines.

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc./HND in Physical Sciences / Biological sciences.
• Experienced or inexperienced candidates with good knowledge of key concepts will be considered.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., NAFDAC) for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to meet regulatory deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS).

Key Attributes:

• High ethical standards and a strong commitment to regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing solutions.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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