Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate – Veterinary Sciences
Location: Algeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Senior
About the Role
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate to provide regulatory support across the Sub-Saharan African region. This is a senior-level position requiring strong expertise in veterinary sciences and regulatory affairs, with proven experience in stakeholder engagement and compliance management.
Key Responsibilities
- Regulatory Affairs Management
- Oversee regulatory aspects of the company’s veterinary portfolio in relevant countries.
- Develop, maintain, and implement plans for new product registrations aligned with business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with local and regional regulatory requirements, including dossier preparation, submission, and follow-up.
- Maintain existing registrations through variations and renewals.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with external partners, NGOs, governmental organizations, and distribution initiatives.
- Work closely with internal teams: Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Manufacturing (GMS), Network Strategy (GNS), Quality Operations (QO), and External Supply Quality Assurance (ESQA).
- Liaise with National Regulatory Authorities and distribution partners as required.
- Pharmacovigilance
- Monitor PV activities, including mailbox checks, case entry into PV Express, and distributor training.
- Provide follow-up and feedback to internal teams.
- Distributor & Local Technical Representative Management
- Train and support distributors on pharmacovigilance, temperature management, and regulatory compliance.
- Budget & Reporting
- Manage regulatory budgets and resource allocation.
- Report regulatory activities, metrics, and KPIs to regional leadership.
- Documentation & Systems
- Prepare and approve product labels and package inserts.
- Archive regulatory documents in compliance with global standards.
- Utilize systems such as Veeva Vault, SAP, ETS-RT/ETS-ST, MAR/SCR, APS for regulatory tasks.
Qualifications & Experience
- Advanced degree in Veterinary Sciences or related field.
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within the veterinary or pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory processes, dossier compilation, and pharmacovigilance.
- Proven ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including governmental bodies and NGOs.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- Proficiency in regulatory systems and tools (e.g., Veeva Vault, SAP).
- Fluency in English; French is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a global organization committed to improving animal health and welfare.
- Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for regional impact and professional growth.
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