Assistant Director: Medical Biological Sciences Policy Grade I at National Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate NQF 7 qualification in Natural Sciences that allows registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the relevant profession (where applicable), that includes subjects related to food safety.
• A diploma or additional training in Food Law, Legislative Drafting or Policy Development will be an advantage.
• At least three (3) years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant field (where applicable). 

DUTIES :

• Review, develop and/amend legislation and administer statutory functions under the FCD Act. Co-ordinate, conduct and review research and investigations on current and emerging food safety issues and food surveillance or monitoring programmes.
• Develop and conduct surveys and research on emerging food safety issues, trends, and risks (in collaboration with other technical officials. Manage, provide and coordinate Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activities related to food safety.
• Assist in the coordination of the annual World Food Safety Day celebration (WFSD) and ensure its IEC activities are implemented. Support capacity building and stakeholder engagement on food control related matters. Manage risk and audit queries.