📍 Location: Kigali City & Huye District, Rwanda📅 Contract Type: Full-time, Project-Based (12–24 months)📩 Apply by: 31st August 2025📧 Email: info@labophar. orgAbout LABOPHAR LtdLaboraphar Ltd, established in 1983 and acquired by DPMMK in 2024, is a Rwandan pharmaceutical company dedicated to producing high-quality, affordable medicines. As we expand into sterile IV fluids production, we are seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Engineering Manager to lead the technical and engineering aspects of this strategic manufacturing project. Key ResponsibilitiesLead facility design and construction to meet sterile manufacturing and ISO 14644 standards. Oversee installation and qualification of utility systems (WFI, clean steam, HVAC, PW, compressed air).
Manage procurement, commissioning, and validation of pharmaceutical equipment (e. g. autoclaves, filling lines). Develop and execute engineering qualification protocols (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ) and the Validation Master Plan (VMP). Establish preventive maintenance and calibration programs to ensure operational integrity. Ensure compliance with cGMP and global regulatory standards (WHO, FDA, EMA, PIC/S). Coordinate cross-functional efforts with QA, construction, and production teams. Train technical staff on GMP engineering systems and develop team capacity for long-term sustainability. Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Chemical Engineering. (Advanced certifications in pharmaceutical engineering or project management are a plus.
)Minimum 7–10 years of experience in sterile pharmaceutical engineering or IV fluids manufacturing. Proven experience in greenfield or expansion pharmaceutical projects. Deep understanding of cGMP, WHO/FDA/EMA/PIC/S regulatory frameworks. Proficiency in utility systems, equipment qualification, and CAD/project management tools. Strong leadership, coordination, and technical documentation skills. What We OfferCompetitive compensation based on experience. Company-provided housing. Work-related transportation and communication allowance. Comprehensive medical insurance. Opportunity to contribute to a transformative project in Rwanda’s pharmaceutical sector. How to ApplySend your CV, cover letter, and professional references to: 📧 info@labophar. org🕓 Deadline: 31st August 2025
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