Location: Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference Number: NQM027-2024
About the Vacancy
Wits RHI, a leading health research institute, is currently seeking a Quality Assurance Officer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring that the institute’s research and health interventions meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. The Quality Assurance Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems that align with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
The officer will work closely with various departments to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of current practices and procedures. This includes conducting regular audits, identifying areas for improvement, and providing recommendations to enhance operational efficiency. By ensuring that all processes adhere to established standards, the Quality Assurance Officer will play a key role in safeguarding the integrity and reliability of Wits RHI’s research outputs and health programs.
Additionally, the role involves training and supporting staff on quality assurance practices and procedures. The officer will facilitate workshops and create educational materials to promote a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to quality standards. This aspect of the role is vital for fostering a knowledgeable and compliant workforce that can effectively contribute to the institute’s mission.
Overall, the Quality Assurance Officer at Wits RHI will be integral to maintaining the institute’s reputation for excellence in health research and interventions. By overseeing quality management processes and driving improvements, the officer will help ensure that Wits RHI continues to deliver impactful and reliable health solutions while meeting the rigorous standards required in the field.
Requirements:
- 3-year diploma or degree
- A post graduate degree would be an added advantage.
- Extensive understanding of the research language, detailed knowledge and understanding of the relevant studies and SOPs, knowledge of clinical research documentation.
- Computer literate with ability to create or work with databases.
- Fluent in English, fluency in one of the other official SA languages particularly Zulu or Sesotho would be an added advantage.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Conscientious and precise delivery of work even when under pressure.
- Effective self-management, resourcefulness and initiative to solve problems. Excellent communication and presentation skills
Closing Date: 17 September 2024