Regulatory Compliance officer at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Regulatory Compliance Officer will ensure that all hospital operations, clinical services, and administrative functions comply with applicable national and international healthcare regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements. This role involves monitoring regulatory changes, preparing for inspections, managing compliance documentation, and fostering a culture of continuous adherence to legal and ethical standards within the African Medical Centre of Excellence.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Regulatory Monitoring & Interpretation

• Continuously monitor and interpret changes in healthcare regulations from bodies such as NAFDAC, MLSCN, MDCN, FMOH, and international agencies.
• Disseminate regulatory updates to relevant departments and ensure timely implementation of required changes.
• Maintain a comprehensive register of all applicable regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements.

Compliance Program Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the hospital-wide compliance program, including policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and audits across all departments.
• Manage the corrective and preventive action (CAPA) process for identified compliance gaps.

Inspection & Accreditation Readiness

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.
• Coordinate and lead preparation activities for inspections by bodies such as MLSCN, ISO, JCI, or others.
• Develop and maintain inspection readiness plans, including staff training and mock surveys.

Documentation & Reporting

• Oversee the development, control, and retention of all regulatory and compliance documentation.
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports, notifications, and applications in a timely manner.
• Maintain records of all compliance activities, audits, inspections, and corrective actions.

Training & Awareness

• Contribute to the continuous regulatory compliance programs for staff at all levels.
• Promote a culture of compliance and ethical practice throughout the organization.
• Provide ongoing guidance to department heads on compliance matters relevant to their areas.

Policy Development & Implementation

• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to develop and update policies that ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all hospital policies align with current regulations and best practices.
• Monitor policy implementation and effectiveness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Professional certification in Healthcare Compliance (e.g., CHC, CCEP) or Quality Management (e.g., CQA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, or quality assurance within a healthcare setting.

Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of Nigerian healthcare regulations (NAFDAC, MLSCN, MDCN, FMOH) and international standards (ISO, JCI).
• Proven experience managing regulatory inspections and accreditation processes.
• Strong understanding of healthcare operations, clinical processes, and medical ethics.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities with experience in stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical operational requirements.