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Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Nairobi, Kenya
Company Details
Name:IQVIA
Industry: Hospital & Health Care
Description: IQVIA, formerly Quintiles and IMS Health, Inc.,is an American multinational company serving the combined industries of health information technology and clinical research. It is a provider of biopharmaceutical development and commercial outsourcing services, focused primarily on Phase I-IV clinical trials and associated laboratory and analytical services, including consulting services. It has a network of more than 58,000 employees in more than 100 countries.As of 2017, IQVIA was reported to be one of the world's largest contract research organizations
Job Description

Primary Responsibility

  • Ensure ICSR case processing and related activities comply with regulatory requirements, company procedures, and PV agreements at local, regional, or global levels.

Inbound & Outbound ICSR Case Management

  • Handle receipt, assessment, and processing of safety information from various sources.
  • Enter safety data into the Global Inbound Receipt System (GIRS).
  • Provide safety information to partners within timelines.
  • Perform data entry for complex cases and follow-up for additional information.
  • Assist in quality review and translation of safety information.
  • Monitor and report ICSRs to Competent Authorities (CAs) or Business Partners (BPs).
  • Support LSO oversight and escalate non-conformance.
  • Liaise with stakeholders for case processing requirements.

Other Activities

  • Support vendor training, case review, and oversight.
  • Screen local literature for ICSRs and safety signals.
  • Conduct periodic reconciliation activities.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests and support innovation roll-out.
  • Coordinate cross-country case management activities.
  • Write or review procedural documents.
  • Mentor junior staff and quality check their work.
  • Lead or support critical projects.

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Degree in life, health, or pharmaceutical sciences (e.g., Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Biologist).

Essential Knowledge & Skills

  • Knowledge of general medicine, pharmacy, or clinical practice; proficiency in medical terminology.
  • Familiarity with ICSR-related PV procedural documents.
  • Expert knowledge of GIRS and/or OST modules.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet strict timelines.
  • Excellent communication skills in local and English languages.
  • Ability to negotiate and communicate with customers.
  • Understanding of pharmacovigilance legislation.
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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