The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA), established under the Medicines and Related Substances Act, is mandated to regulate medicines, medical devices, and cosmetics to ensure their quality, safety, and efficacy. As part of its regulatory decision-making framework, BoMRA has constituted Technical Expert Committees to provide independent, evidence-based scientific and technical advice on applications for the registration of medicines and medical devices. In this regard, BoMRA invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced professionals to serve as Technical Expert Committee Members of the Authority’s Registration Committee.t support.Leadership, teamwork, and stakeholder engagement

Purpose
The Registration Committee Member is responsible for contributing to regulatory decisions on the registration of medicines and medical devices. This is done through the review of applications, scientific and/or technical assessment reports, and participation in other activities as guided by the Committee’s Terms of Reference (ToRs).

Eligibility Criteria

• BoMRA invites applications from highly qualified experts in the field of medical devices and in vitro diagnostics (IVDs). Eligible applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
• Hold a recognized qualification in biomedical engineering, medical laboratory science, or a related field.
• Possess demonstrated expertise and experience in the development, regulation, evaluation, marketing authorization, or use of medicines and/or medical devices/IVDs for human or animal health.
• Have at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in the public or private sector, academia, or regulatory affairs.
• Demonstrate the ability to objectively evaluate scientific and technical information in medicines or medical device/IVD dossiers and contribute to informedregulatory decisions.
• Exhibit independence, integrity, and objectivity in professional conduct.
• Be available to attend committee meetings, either physically or virtually, and participate in dossier reviews and decision-making processes in a timely and confidential manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

Expert Committee Members will be responsible for:

• Evaluating regulatory submissions related to the registration of medicines andmedical devices, including IVDs.
• Providing independent, evidence-based recommendations to support regulatory decisionmaking.
• Ensuring decisions align with national and international standards and best practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality throughout the decision-making process

Terms of Appointment

1. Appointments are made by BoMRA for a term of three (3) years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and continued need.
2. Committee members are appointed in their personal expert capacity and are not considered institutional representatives
3. They are expected to act with impartiality and integrity.
4. An appropriate honorarium and/or reimbursement of expenses may be provided in accordance with BoMRA’s applicable policies

Essential Skills

• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory systems
• Familiarity with Botswana’s and regional regulatory policies and legislation on medicines and medical devices
• Proficiency in ICT applications
• Excellent command of written and spoken English

How to Apply
Interested individuals are invited to submit their expression of interest by 31st October 2025, including the following:

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
2. Cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the role
3. Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
4. Two professional references
5. Applicants from the public sector must route their applications through their Heads of Department.
   

The application should be sent by email to the addresses below:

For further information or clarification, please contact BoMRA at:

info@bomra.co.bw | legal@bomra.co.bw | bkgosietsile@bomra.