Vice President - Government Relations & Public Affairs, Africa

Logistics Assistant

Marketing Manager – Medical Devices

Lead Quality Specialist - Investigator

SAP HR & Payroll

Chemical Engineer – Relief Systems Process Safety

QC Chemist I

Role Description <ul><li>The VP of Government Relations &amp; Public Affairs (GR/PA) Africa role aims to enhance business value by positioning our client favourably with governments and civil society in the Africa region. The plurality of Africa’s 53 countries, with their constituencies, cultures, interests, and agendas pose a significant challenge for effective government relations and public affairs, as does unbridled social and political change and substantial ABC issues.</li><li>Advises on political systems, government processes and key personalities within government and civil society for the countries within the region;</li><li>Sets up systems for collecting, interpreting and disseminating intelligence from politics, government and related sectors as reliable input for corporate and business decision-making;</li><li>Advises Our client’s corporate functions and business units on interpreting underlying nuances and cultural subtleties involved in government decision-making;</li><li>Anticipates potential issues from government systems for prompt escalation to Our client’s leadership;</li><li>Identifies significant country and regional political events and trends for inclusion in GR strategies;</li><li>Determines the impacts of regional government policies, tax, finance and regulatory developments on Our client’s business and advises on appropriate strategies and plans for response;</li><li>Assesses complex political and social systems and provides appropriate advice to the regional team.</li><li>The role is expected to maintain a robust understanding of the political environment and drivers for government and civil society stakeholders (local, regional and federal) and be in tune with the cultures, societies and nuances of the countries making up the region. He/she will:</li><li>Work closely with businesses and functions to secure opportunities and manage risks;</li><li>Engage with the government to shape regulatory frameworks and influence policy, advocating on behalf of and interests;</li><li>When decisions are considered, provide balanced perspectives that integrate business, functional, geographical, and temporal perspectives;</li><li>Work together with the business in developing a government-specific Customer Value Proposition that differentiates Our client from its competitors as a partner of choice;</li><li>Map relationships and engagements with government and civil society stakeholders.</li><li>The priority for the Head of GR/PA Africa is to support Our client by providing strategic advice to the business on the one hand and achieving a maximum degree of influence over the regulatory environment in which the company operates on the other, with the central objective of preserving and building the business value. In addition, the role monitors, identifies and influences the operating environment as affected by statutory, legislative and regulatory governmental actions, whether local, regional or federal, that may affect Our client’s operations.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>The incumbent is expected to possess an understanding of the regional, country and local businesses, political trends and key decision-makers/influencers, and an understanding of the critical drivers for Our client’s Group success.</li></ul> He/she must: <ul><li>Deliver superior policy, country and stakeholder analysis and engagement plans that help to inform credible strategies, often on short notice.</li><li>Develop a robust regional strategy to manage government stakeholders, including identification, engagement planning and relationship management</li><li>Anticipate/monitor policy change and interpret political drivers. Identify business threats and opportunities arising from statutory, legislative or other regulatory governmental action, including mitigation activities.</li><li>Support business leaders in their engagements with decision-makers. - Devise and implement advocacy plans (setting out desired policy outcomes in support of business goals, developing position papers, running engagement programs, etc.) in cooperation with the businesses, functions and in-country resources. - Leverage the informal and formal workings of government, embassies and associations to support the delivery of our clients business objectives.</li><li>Ensure coordination and maximise synergies among GR/Public Affairs, other Non-Technical Risk functions, and the relevant businesses.</li><li>Share GR/Public Affairs best practices with business representatives and actively develop local resources in-country where practical.</li><li>Ensure absolute compliance with applicable government ABC, transparency and ethical standards, and Our client’s Group rules and policies.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Confident, trusted and mature individual with a minimum 12 years experience in a mix of strategic consulting, analytical, business, government /diplomatic and Regulatory Affairs/Government Relations and Public Affairs roles;</li><li>JD or Masters degree in a relevant area of study (International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, etc.);</li><li>Ability to understand how technical language in legislative and regulatory proposals could affect Our client’s operations, identify business implications and synthesise policy documents;</li><li>A solid network of political stakeholders within relevant bodies throughout African countries;</li><li>High degree of discretion; unquestioned and uncompromising personal and business integrity;</li><li>Capacity to multi-task and manage complexity and highly fluid situations; - Ability to manage and deliver against compressed deadlines;</li><li>Strong influencing/motivating skills and ability to drive delivery through others;</li><li>Highly developed interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels;</li><li>Experience in Issues Management and Crisis Management;</li><li>Good knowledge of governance and business control frameworks. Evidence of strong analytical skills</li><li>Can-do attitude in accomplishing what is necessary, either through own efforts or through others</li><li>Outstanding communicator; excellent command of English in written and spoken form required; advanced command of at least one additional African language (e.g., French) is a significant advantage.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in cross-cultural and diverse stakeholder environments. Good negotiator and coalition builder.</li><li>Considerable experience in African regulatory frameworks and processes is a requirement.</li></ul>

Responsibilities:﻿ Proactive Disruption Management: <ul><li>Actively monitor ocean shipments, identifying potential disruptions before they escalate.</li><li>Use various tools to identify issues and take immediate action to communicate delays or disruptions to stakeholders.</li><li>Work directly with marine carriers, drayage providers, freight forwarders, ports and customers to resolve delays.</li></ul> Effective Communication: <ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for in-transit shipments with marine carriers, Customer Service Representatives (CSR), and Demand Resource Planners&nbsp;</li><li>(DRP) to communicate issues and implement corrective measures.</li><li>Ensure timely updates on shipment delays and disruptions are communicated to all stakeholders.</li></ul> Data-Driven Action: <ul><li>Regularly analyze shipment data to identify trends and potential disruption risks, developing proactive strategies to prevent delays.</li><li>Utilize tools including SAP, PowerBI, Excel, Visibility Vendors, etc. to extract and compare shipment data, ensuring real-time decision-making.</li></ul> Continuous Improvement: <ul><li>Proactively suggest process improvements related to data accuracy, carrier compliance, and system enhancements to minimize disruptions.</li></ul> Reporting and Analysis: <ul><li>Extract, summarize, and report findings on marine shipment data as needed, providing insights that support logistics operations and decision-making.</li><li>Track and trace business-specific requests, ensuring that all initiatives are aligned with improving shipment outcomes.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Science, Supply Chain, or Operations.</li><li>1-2 Years of Experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Operations.</li><li>Experience with SAP, Real Time Visibility Vendor, PowerBI, Excel, Salesforce, etc</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develop and implement marketing strategies for promotion and growth of the medical device’s portfolio</li><li>Define target market, identify targeted HCP’s speciality for each medical device, positioning of medical device and messaging for each device.</li><li>Lead launches of new medical devices – coordination with OEMs, regulatory, development of launch plans, engagement of KOLs, preparation of promotional materials and sales enablement tools</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders – OEMs, regulatory, BU Head MD &amp; D, Sales, Finance, etc. to align marketing strategies with device division’s goals</li><li>Manage P &amp; L (marketing budget) of each Medical Device to optimize ROI</li><li>Participation in various conferences / trade shows for engaging KOLs, lead generations for supporting sales team</li><li>Work in field along with sales teams to identify customers’ needs, competitors’ strategies and to adapt our strategies accordingly</li><li>Training of sales team along with Application Specialist and external trainer, if required</li><li>Develop content for digital marketing through social media, email campaigns, website, etc and measure effectiveness and ROI of digital campaigns</li><li>Achieve / surpass the sales target for each medical device</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering and master’s in marketing management</li><li>In depth knowledge of medical device industry</li><li>Proven track record in developing and execution of marketing strategies for medical devices</li><li>Expertise in launch of new medical devices and lifecycle management</li><li>Excellent in written and verbal communication skills, analytical skills and presentation skills</li><li>Willingness to travel extensively across India</li><li>5+ years marketing experience in medical device industry</li><li>Experience of handling digital marketing campaign</li></ul>

Role Description: <ul><li>The Lead Quality Specialist - Investigator serves as the primary investigator for Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), Non-Official Events (NOE), and other laboratory investigations within the Quality Control (QC) department.</li><li>This role is responsible for initiating, conducting, and closing laboratory investigations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate root cause analyses, effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), and adherence to compliance requirements.</li><li>Frequent interaction with QC, QA, Manufacturing, and other departments is essential to achieve timely investigation closure and process improvements.</li></ul> Scope of Authority <ul><li>Provides investigative and compliance support to the QC laboratory, with a focus on maintaining quality standards and supporting cross-departmental collaboration.</li></ul> Responsibilities; 1. Initiation, Execution, and Closure of QC Lab Investigations (60%) <ul><li>Initiate and conduct OOS, OOT, and NOE investigations in alignment with procedural timelines.</li><li>Provide support and guidance to QC teams during execution, writing, and closure of investigations.</li><li>Conduct interviews with QC personnel to gather information and complete investigation reports in Trackwise.</li><li>Utilize laboratory software for root cause and impact analyses.</li><li>Conduct quality walkthroughs in the QC laboratory to identify and address compliance issues.</li><li>Regularly communicate with departmental leaders to provide updates on investigation progress and documentation needs.</li></ul> 2. Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) (30%) <ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, implement, and monitor CAPAs within QC laboratories.</li><li>Assist with training, procedure updates, and monograph revisions based on investigation outcomes.</li><li>Provide recommendations for process improvements to support continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul> 3. Compliance (10%) <ul><li>Identify compliance risks, propose remediation strategies, and lead the implementation of solutions.</li><li>Provide compliance expertise, training, and support to QC and other impacted departments.</li></ul> Requirements: Education &amp; Experience <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.</li><li>Minimum of 4 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.</li></ul> Knowledge <ul><li>Proficiency in HPLC, GC, and related chromatography methods and equipment.</li><li>Working knowledge of Chromatographic Data Systems (e.g., Empower preferred) and applications such as Trackwise.</li><li>Comprehensive understanding of QC lab testing and data integrity principles.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including 21-CFR-210, 21-CFR-211, ICH Guidelines, and Compendia standards (USP, EP, JP, etc.).</li></ul> Skills &amp; Abilities <ul><li>Strong technical writing and documentation skills.</li><li>Problem-solving and decision-making expertise.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with peers, chemists, and senior management.</li><li>Critical thinking and root cause analysis proficiency.</li><li>Customer and stakeholder focus, with a strong commitment to quality and integrity.</li><li>Physical &amp; Mental Requirements</li><li>Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.</li><li>Exposure to moderate noise levels and various chemicals in an FDA- and DEA-regulated environment.</li><li>Ability to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, respirators).</li><li>Specific vision requirements include close vision and color vision.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Analyze and improve SAP Payroll & Time and related systems and process.Provide production support and expertise for Time (SAP and Workforce) and Payroll software .Support for HR systems, like setup tables, tax updates, and quarterly and yearend reporting.Generate ad hoc reports using a variety of reporting tools.Provide issues resolution for HR applications including the SuccessFactors HRM platform.Testing of annual SAP HRSPs (Human Resources Support Packs) & CLCs (Country Legal Changes- US).Troubleshooting issues relate to SAP Payroll & Time Management, Workforce Time & Attendance, and Tax filingAssist to provide timely information to Payroll Management, HR Management, Labor Relations, and other functions within the business.Requirements:Must have 16 years of education – any in field Years 5+ hands on experience in SAP HR and PAYROLL- development+ Config+ Support Experience with SAP HR (Master Data, Maintain Time Data, Info type) Hands on for US Pay rules and policies.Experience with SAP Time Management configuration, Payroll SchemasCustom reports, worked on PA, OM, Time & PayrollHands on US Taxes and US Tax Forms (940, 941, Locality, W2s, and unemployment)Worked with HR macros for reading data from info types Experience of HR relevant FMs/BAPIs which can be used to update HR dataExperience in below are added advantage SAP SuccessFactors HRM platformSAP ABAP skillsPreferred Qualifications: Strong communication skills – verbal, written, listeningGood interpersonal skills Self Starter: Detailed and Results orientedExcellent follow through skills Business backgroundDealing with multiple vendors, customers and interacting with them for coordinationAbility to analyze data, diagnose issues, and propose recommendationsFlexible to work in dynamic environment and timings 

Responsibilities:Evaluate, design and document vessels for potential over pressure and vacuum scenarios (new & existing) – relief device (PSV, RD, conservation vents) relief load calculation, inlet and outlet line sizing, size selection and datasheet preparation, and relief/flare load summary preparation. Design, model, document, and communicate requirements for pressure/vacuum relief devices and effluent handling.Understanding of mechanical design conditions and to utilize the process safety information in designing relief system to safeguard piping and equipment.Understanding of HAZOP, PHA report, SIL studies - provide relief system input from these reports. Design of overpressure protection for gas/vapor filled systems using Depressurization concept. Material & Energy Balance Calculation as per the process requirement to design the adequate relief systems.Work to enhance safety and protection of the environment through overall relief project development.Stay abreast of corporate and industry relief practices and standards such as API 520/521, NFPA 30, API 2000 etcRequirements:3 to 8 years of direct Relief Systems experience in process design, commissioning, start-up, or operations.Demonstrated project management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programsPrefer knowledge in application and compliance requirements of regulatory codes: US Occupational Health and Safety Administration, Internal Process Safety StandardsExperience in a petrochemical plant or refinery Experience with the following software would be an advantage: SuperChems, ASPEN, HTRI, AFT ARROW, AFT Fathom.Addition Required Qualifications/Job Requirements:Master’s or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from accredited university or college.Understand process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagram and equipment layouts, conceptual equipment layouts, process layout, utility layout and other block layouts.Understand Plant process design with equipment sizing & utility load design calculation. Must have strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and consultation skills. This position will interact with personnel in all organizations.Ability to organize, prioritize, and execute a heavy workload simultaneously within budget and schedule.Must have the ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means, and able to adapt communication to best reach the intended audience within or outside the organization.Strong customer focus, with demonstrated ability to solve complex issues and work in partnership with peers, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders.Ability to compile and analyze complex data.Knowledge in application of industry standards, recommended practices, and codes (API, NFPA, ASME, etc.)Ensure regulatory compliance of process changes- Provide and communicate clear, concise, and timely reporting of project progress and accomplishments verbally and in writing. 

Responsibilities:The Chemist I, under direct supervision, learns and performs QC laboratory chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process materials, stability and finished products, and testing to support process validation.May participate in investigations.Learns and stays current with regulatory guidances and compendia relevant to laboratories and pharmaceutical manufacturing.Conducts routine laboratory analyses: finished product testing, stability testing, raw material testing, cleaning verification testing and manufacturing in-process testing.Typical activities may include buffer/solution preparation, standard preparation and operating analytical instruments: HPLC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, GC and dissolution tester, melting point apparatus, viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, pH meter, analytical balance, etc. Uses laboratory software for analyses.Provides general laboratory support such as routine instrument cleaning/preventative maintenance/calibration, sample receiving, chemical inventory, document filing and housekeepingCleans lab working surfaces and disposes of any excess chemicals, solutions, solvents, etc. in the special waste containers for each class of waste chemicals.Under close supervision, learns to troubleshoot basic instrument problems.With guidance, participates in OOS/OOT/NOE and other investigations.Elevates questionable sample results, OOS, and aberrant results immediately to Supervisor.May assist in drafting, editing, and reviewing SOPs and laboratory investigations.Maintains assigned training records current and in-compliance.May assist in the training of less senior laboratory staff.Performs assigned work in a timely and safe manner conforming to regulatory, company and compendiaI requirements within pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.Document accurately data generated in notebooks/worksheets/LIMS in compliance with SOPs.Follows internal processes related to controlled substances continuous.Follows EH&S procedures to ensure a safe work environment.Follows all applicable safety and standards guidelines, such as SOPs, cGMP, DEA regulations good documentation practice and/or MSDS continuous.Requirements:Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience and certifications required for the job.Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field with analytical chemistry coursework required. Some pharmaceutical laboratory experience preferred.Proficiency in a body of information required for the job.e.g. knowledge of FDA regulations, GMP/GLP/GCP, Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, etc.Proficiency with various laboratory techniques/instruments: HPLC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, GC and dissolution tester, melting point apparatus, viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, pH meter, analytical balance, etc. Basic knowledge of wet chemistry techniques.Knowledge of applicable safety and standards guidelines: SOP, cGMP, GLP, DEA regulations and/or MSDS.Competency in Microsoft Office Suite.Often referred to as “competencies”, leadership attributes, skills, abilities or behaviors that may be enterprise, functional or job specific e.g. coaching, negotiation, calibration, technical writing etc.Ability to display and analyze data in a logical manner.Good verbal and written communication skills as well as good computer skills.Attention to details and accurate record keeping.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with othersSolid organizational skills.Ability to take initiative, set priorities and follow through on assignments.Physical & mental requirements e.g., lift 40 pounds, walk across plant/warehouse, business travel (% of time), driving as part of work responsibilities, etc.Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, climbing/balancing, kneeling/crouching/crawling, looking at monitor for extended periods, moderate noise levels and potential business travel. Work is in an FDA and DEA-regulated pharma lab environment with risk of exposure to various chemicalsMust occasionally lift and/or move up to 15-25 lbs.Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators, gloves, etc. Specific visions abilities are required by this job include close vision and color vision.Ability to occasionally tolerate significant differences in temperature and/or humidity for short periods.

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