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Elijah Kirabira
Pharmacist
Kampala
Summary
Proficient in current drug regulations, standards and best practices. Analytical and detail-oriented professional focused on making sure products meet all relevant domestic and international regulatory requirements pre and post approval. Methodical and objective with good judgment and sound critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I am an experienced administrative professional knowledgeable about registrations, audits, inspections and other drug industry regulatory proceedings. Special skill in managing complex documentation, reports and data for regulatory reporting and compliance. Lastly, I am articulate and personable with exceptional data analysis, report writing and record-keeping abilities. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates
Work History
Inspector of Drugs
National Drug Authority
Kampala
2023.01 - Current
- Conducted over 4Post-market surveillance inspections per year to verify quality of drugs.
- Participated in 1 team project with East African Community Technical Working group for Post Marketing Surveillance, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others and clients.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of two innovative solutions for management of drug complaints and monitoring of drug recalls.
- Participated in annual dissemination of drug related information to health workers and public so as to promote safe use of drugs.
Regulatory Officer
National Drug Authority
Kampala
2018.01 - 2022.12
- Participated in establishment of Post Market Surveillance (PMS) system through development of Draft regulations for PMS, drafting and updating Guidelines, developing of 3 PMS databases among others.
- Assisted with regulatory compliance initiatives such as efforts to attain World Health Organization Maturity Level 3.
- Participated in capacity building of drug distributors and other stakeholders in handling PMS issues through sensitization meetings, physical training and radio talk-shows.
- Analyzed field reports, compiled information and submitted concise and informative summaries regarding drug complaints.
- Participated in 3 research studies to access clinician perception of failure rates of Artemisinin Combination Therapies (ACTs), Survey of extent of unregistered medicines on market and Survey to assess capacity of drug distributors to effectively conduct product recalls.
Hospital Pharmacy
Mulago National Referal Hospital
Kampala
2014.08 - 2015.08
- Monitored weekly inventory levels and notified pharmacist of items requiring reorder.
- Used Hospital Pharmacy Information software to make requisitions for medicines at department.
- Counseled over 20 patients daily on new medications and OTC products.
- Educated over 20 patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Communicated closely with patients, ensuring medical information was kept private.
- Compared prescription details against safety standards and insurance requirements to support patients.
- Interacted with healthcare professionals to support timely and proper processing of inpatient prescriptions.
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Epipharnia Pharmacy
Kampala
2013.02 - 2014.02
- Protected drug inventories from damage or theft by establishing and enforcing clear pharmacy security policies.
- Participated in development and implementing of one Pharmacy Information management system.
- Educated over 90 patients weekly on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Trained one pharmacy interns and three newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Monitored and managed five pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology Innovation And Regulatory Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, United States Of America 2021.06 - 2023.05
Master of Science - Health Supply Chain Management
University of Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda 2020.06 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 2009.08 - 2013.05
Skills
Scientific Writing
Technical Documentation
Windows Os
Writing And Editing
Quality Standards
Meeting Minutes
Proofreading
Ability To Manage
Software
Microsoft Office Suite
JMP statistical software
Publications
- Kirabira, E., Kalidi, R., Karimi, P. N., Rutungwa, E., Lubowa, N., & Manirakiza, L. (2025). Factors affecting implementation of the medicine redistribution guidelines in Western Uganda. BMC Health Services Research, 25(1), 1-7.
- Kiguba, R., Ndagije, H.B., Nambasa, V., Kirabira, E. et al. Pharmacovigilance of suspected or confirmed therapeutic ineffectiveness of artemisinin-based combination therapy: extent, associated factors, challenges and solutions to reporting. Malar J 19, 389 (2020). https://doi.org/10.118 /s12936-020-03463-7
- Ndagije, H.B., Kiguba, R., Manirakiza, L., Kirabira, E. et al. Healthcare professionals’ perspective can guide post-marketing surveillance of artemisinin-based combination therapy in Uganda. Malar J 19, 63 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-020-3148-5
Certification
Social Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel - CITI
Interests
Volunteer work with students
Data analysis and data communication
Evidence synthesis and summarisation
Scientific writing
Timeline
ISO 9001 : 2015, Lead Auditor - Quality Management Systems
2023-07
Inspector of Drugs
National Drug Authority
2023.01 - Current
Social Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel - CITI
2022-12
Lean Six Sigma - Yellow belt
2022-03
Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - PTB Germany
2022-01
Master of Science - Biotechnology Innovation And Regulatory Science
Purdue University
2021.06 - 2023.05
Master of Science - Health Supply Chain Management
University of Rwanda
2020.06 - 2023.12
Regulatory Officer
National Drug Authority
2018.01 - 2022.12
Hospital Pharmacy
Mulago National Referal Hospital
2014.08 - 2015.08
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Epipharnia Pharmacy
2013.02 - 2014.02
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Makerere University
2009.08 - 2013.05