MRC Uganda is hirng an Internal Quality Auditor to monitor and execute risk Quality, Risk, Health and Safety Management System engagements and make recommendations for the management of new and existing risks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Principle Roles and responsibilities.
- Audit planning: Designing and managing the audit process, including defining the scope, objectives, and schedule;
- Evidence gathering: Collecting and verifying information through observation, reviewing documents and records, and interviewing employees;
- Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of management systems, policies, and procedures against a specific set of criteria, such as ISO standards, legal requirements;
- Reporting: Documenting and presenting clear, factual audit findings, including non-conformities and areas for improvement, to the relevant stakeholders;
- Continuous improvement: Promoting and supporting a culture of ongoing enhancement in quality, risk, and safety practices;
- Risk Management: support service departments in risk identification, assessment
LSHTM Integration.
- Engaging positively and collaboratively with colleagues at the sister Unit in The Gambia, sharing knowledge, documents and experiences as needed, and;
- Engaging constructively with departments across all LSHTM locations, as needed.
Environment.
- Participate in carbon emission reduction activities across the Unit and wider LSHTM, and;
- Act as an advocate for the responsible and efficient use of resources.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or substantial relevant experience;
- Additional training in Safety or Audit or Risk Management;
- Masters from a recognized University or institution is an advantage;
- Professional qualification in risk, quality, health and safety or Audit obtained from a recognized Institution/body is a plus;
- Should possess at least two years’ experience in Quality auditing;
- Experience in Risk identification, assessment and management;
- Experience in CAPA design and follow up;
- Experience in implementing ISO standards;
- Should possess Good knowledge of the risk based auditing approach;
- General knowledge in occupational health and safety;
- Ability to convey clear, concise information and offer constructive feedback;
- Confidence in directing and supporting teams;
- Excellent Communication skills;
- Critical thinking and Attention to detail;
- Problem solving skills;
- Independence and Ability to learn;
- Decision making;
- Reliability and;
- Openness.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications online:
Complete all sections in the online form
Upload your curriculum vitae of maximum 4 pages in the designated area on the form. This CV should be uploaded in Word or PDF format.
Submit your 500 words motivation statement in the designated area in the form. In this statement, please explain why you would like to participate in this project, why you think you are the right person for this, and how you think participating in this project will benefit you and your community.
Deadline: 22nd January 2026
