Ceva Animal Health - Pty Ltd South Africa

03/03/2023

01/01/2023

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14/10/2022

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14/10/2022

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Each day, we help producers around the world to use solutions which permits feeding the growing population and protecting the planet.

🍳 Poultry & egg industry participates to create a resilient and sustainable food, but also tasty, equitable, secure, and ensure high-quality nutrition.

🙏 We thank poultry professionals who make this affordable food source available for all!

13/10/2022

[👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Food for All]
It is part of our mission to support all sustainable forms of , large and small, to help produce enough safe and affordable food for the growing population.
🥚 Animal-source protein contributes to adequate nutrition and helps people to thrive and lead healthy lives.
🌍 By using our to care for animals, we are also protecting human health: this is the approach.

29/09/2022

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06/07/2022

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🤝 At Ceva, we believe in the importance of better controlling the risk of zoonotic diseases by promoting the collaboration between professionals of human, animal and environmental health sectors. This is the approach.

❗More than 60% of infectious affecting humans are of animal origin, there is an urgent need to act!

We are taking actions by providing specialised technical knowledge, creating training and prevention programmes, developing innovative to prevent their spread to humans, as well as treatments to help alleviate the consequences of zoonotic diseases.


Health Organization (WHO)"

07/03/2022

"[DID YOU KNOW❓]

🐥 Improvement in production is one of the most promising options to provide affordable protein and other essential nutrients to Africa’s rapidly growing population

👩🏿‍🌾 That is why, in collaboration with , we are supplying small scale poultry farmers in with vaccinated day-old chicks, ensuring food security and secure livelihoods.

Not only that, but the project has a gender intentional approach, seeking to encourage women to become part of the poultry business, a traditionally male-dominated sector.

📖 Over the next month we will be sharing the empowering stories of female small-scale poultry farmers, starting tomorrow on

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15/09/2021

Ceva Animal Health (Pty) Ltd is looking for a qualified Pharmacist to take the role of Production Manager (Value Stream Leader).

Summary of position:

Lead and co-ordinate all activities of the value stream / Production unit, strive to comply with GMP (Currently not GMP), within the expected safety and cost constraints.

Contribute to the improvement of the industrial manufacturing processes at the production department to meet regulatory and quality requirements aligned to the Ceva group strategic plans and company objectives.

Manage production, including production planning, according to forecasts and work closely with the Supply Chain department and purchasing department on supply of production materials, from supplies through to output of the finished product. This must be in compliance with quality standards, and within the set deadlines and the best productivity conditions.

Requirements:

 Must have Matric / Grade 12.
 Relevant Diploma /degree (B. Pharm degree will be an advantage).
 5 years’ experience in Production Management.
 Thorough understanding of GMP.
 MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint – intermediate to advanced skills required.

The following would enhance your position

Experience on bill of materials / ERP Management in JD Edwards.

Competencies required:
 Basic technical & mechanical knowledge of machines.
 Production processes & procedures knowledge.
 Production planning experience.
 QA and OHS regulations and standards.
 IT Tools: MS Office and JD Edwards proficiency.
 Lean methods.
 Budget.
 Project Management.

Summary of main accountabilities:
• Managing production:
 Has full ownership on the end-to-end value stream process (MPS) and ensure flow optimization.
 Put together roadmap for his/her units (12 to 18 months).
 Participate in site masterplan design.
 Managing a non-GMP environment as close as possible to GMP principles.
 Instituting validation systems.
 Do production planning and allocation of production duties.
 Maintaining zero backorders.
 Keep reworks to the minimum.
 Organise, monitor and make corrective measures to production operations.
 Guarantee the quality of the products manufactured by helping to promote GMP on the industrial site.
 Guarantee deadlines by checking scheduling and monitoring.
 Contribute to improving product production costs by controlling operating costs, production times and materials consumption.
 Review standard operating procedures bi-annually and ensure implementation thereof. Ensure SOPs are aligned with Ceva Corporate procedures.
 Undertake regular stock counts to ensure accurate stock control.
 Assist the Industrial Supply Chain Manager with production purchasing requirements for Actives, excipients and packaging materials.
 Work in a supportive role with QA to validate the various aspects of production (manufacturing, cleaning and hygiene).

• Budget and cost control of Production department.

• Compliance & safeguards.

• Operation Excellence:
 Identify improvement initiatives and allocate the necessary resources to achieve the objectives for the value stream.
 In liaison with the other functions, identify actions for cross-sectional improvement, provide support and resources for achievement of identified actions.

• Plan and oversee maintenance and preventative maintenance operations and enforce compliance with hygiene and safety procedures.

• Management:
 Manage and co-ordinate the production team.
 Maintain a highly motivated and well-functioning team with focus on improving engagement further and developing people.
 Ensure the team adheres to corporate projects and requirements (quality, safety, productivity, organizational change, GMP processes, etc.)
 Ensure team adheres to all Covid-19 protocols and rules, OHS rules, policies & procedures.

Closing date for applications: 25 September 2021

Fax or e-mail applications to:
Contact: Elzet Rusch
E-mail: elzet.rusch@ceva.com

15/09/2021

Ceva Animal Health (Pty) Ltd is looking for a qualified Pharmacist to take the role of our Regulatory & Quality Assurance Manager. This person will also be the Responsible pharmacist of the Company.

Summary of position:

To maintain a Quality Management System compliant with GMP/GDP/GWP requirements. To ensure compliance of the pharmaceutical requirement as stipulated by SAHPRA.

Responsible to ensure that regulatory submissions and compliance are executed for all products in Ceva South Africa. Develop and communicate with our head office on the regulatory strategy and life cycle management of all products in the country. Represent Ceva within the local authority and other external partners.

At local level, provide and ensure quality oversight of activities in a defined scope (manufacturing / I&D). Managing a team of two employees.

Requirements:

● Must have Matric / Grade 12.
● B. Pharm degree.
● Registered with the Pharmacy council.
● Minimum 2 years Quality Assurance Management experience.
● Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Responsible Pharmacist in a Manufacturing
environment.
● Minimum 2 years’ experience in compilation and submission of Act 101 (MCC)
Dossiers, as well as Act 36 experience.
● CTD submission experience.
● Thorough understanding of GDP/GMP.
● MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint – intermediate to advanced skills required.
● High accuracy and attention to detail skills.
● Strong work ethic.

The following would enhance your position
• GDP/GMP Training / Certificate.
• Animal Health industry experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory submissions in Zimbabwe, Namibia & Zambia.
• Pharmaceutical Production knowledge.

Main Accountabilities:

• Act as Responsible Pharmacist for the entity.
• Regulatory Strategy & intelligence.
• Responsible for the Regulatory Plan and the successful ex*****on thereof.
• Dossier preparation, compliance checks & submissions.
• LOQ Answer, submission & interaction with authorities.
• Maintenance & product life cycle management.
• Knowledge and intelligence management.
• Right level of quality & strategy.
• Quality Management System.
• Community building and activation.
• Audits & inspections.

Technical Skills required:

• Development and ex*****on of regulatory strategy.
• Regulatory Affairs requirements and guidelines knowledge. (Animal Health specific)
• Technical Product development knowledge.
• Regulatory summary writing, registration dossier preparation & follow up.
• Networking & negotiation skills.
• Excellent Communication & presentation skills.
• Project management.
• Excellent IT & tool management skills.
• Previous audit experience.
• Technical & scientific knowledge.
• Continuous improvement of Processes & organisation.
• Regulation’s knowledge.
• Quality Management Systems.
• Excellent managerial skills, ability to effectively manage and lead change.
• Ability to anticipate & solve problems and queries.

Closing date for applications: 20 September 2021

Fax or e-mail applications to:
Contact: Elzet Rusch
E-mail: elzet.rusch@ceva.com

06/09/2021

Country Financial Manager
Ceva Animal Health

Midrand, South Africa
An exciting opportunity exists for a finance professional to join Ceva Animal Health (Pty) Ltd as the Financial Manager. The Financial Manager will be taking full end-to-end ownership of the company's financial management.

Summary of position:

Driving & taking full ownership of the local finance organisation within Ceva South Africa, in order to support operations & business at achieving their goals. Applying group finance strategy by considering all platform challenges. Leading and monitoring implementation of, and adherence to, a high standard internal control over financial reporting, which is compliant within the Group framework. Acting as guardian of the local and Support Function rules, managing the risks and opportunities, ensuring the right tools and procedures are in place.

Context:

Ceva South Africa operates across the whole country, as well as neighbouring countries (Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi and Mozambique), with total sales of 15M€, and a ROP at 6M€.

The affiliate distributes mainly Ceva products (as well as a few third-party products) in the Poultry market (60% of global Ceva market) and Ruminant (35%). The volumes in the Companion animal and swine segments are smaller.

On top of the commercial activity, Ceva South Africa runs a local plant which produces local products to complete our portfolio.

Ceva South Africa employs 58 people.

The commercial organisation has new challenges, facing an unstable market, increasing competition, and a new business model launch by local management, sponsored by Ceva top management. This requires a full commitment from the financial manager to monitor, drive and support these on-going changes.

Requirements:

● BCom in Finance or equivalent degree (CIMA, ACCA).
● Honours degree in Financial Management will be advantageous.
● Minimum of 5 Years or more Finance Management experience.
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, manage and inspire others.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with a
wide variety of audiences.
● MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint – intermediate to advanced skills required.
● JD Edwards experience will be an advantage.
● Proven ability and tolerance for problem solving and leading in stressful crisis and
emergency situations and environments.
● Strong ability to analyse and interpret complex data and arrive at sound business
Decisions.
● Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
● Customer focus, action and results oriented, ethics and values, integrity and trust,
teamwork, leadership, negotiation and communication skills.
● Ability to influence and persuade at all levels within the organization, including
outside of direct reporting lines.
● Strong business focus and acumen.
● Vision and ability to integrate and leverage the various parts of the organization.
building capability for the future, rationalizing, and consolidating as necessary.
● Proven track record for building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Main Accountabilities:

1. Financial Management (Controlling, accounting, cash and tax).
2. Risk/Opportunity Management
3. Data collection & analysis
4. Local & International compliance & Internal control
5. Ensure maintenance and development of local Tools & processes
6. Management of team of 4 accounting specialists.

Technical Competencies required:

● Risk/Opportunity (Business) Assessment
● Data Analysis & Financial Acumen
● Ceva policy & procedures
● Policy & Regulation
● Budgeting, forecasting and Business planning
● Review and Reporting
● Data Management and tools efficiency
● Compliance, RSE

Closing date for applications: 8 September 2021

Fax or e-mail applications to:
Contact: Elzet Rusch
E-mail: elzet.rusch@ceva.com

06/07/2021

Our world has been irrevocably changed by the Covid-19 pandemic, altered by the spread of an infectious disease from animal to human.

As we move out of this pandemic, the One Health approach will be crucial in improving the international system’s ability to prevent, detect, report and respond to current and future health threats. This will include promoting transparency and facilitating the rapid sharing of data, samples and information, both internationally and across sectors.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/g7-health-ministers-meeting-june-2021-communique/g7-health-ministers-meeting-communique-oxford-4-june-2021

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05/07/2021

With prevention estimated to cost 1% of the cost of controlling future pandemics, the Preventing Zoonotic Disease Emergence (PREZODE) initiative aims to achieve a structured operational approach with first objectives to be reached by 2025. These include the use of antimicrobials to help prevent disease as well as the need for ongoing education and reinforced stewardship around their use.

HealthforAnimals
AnimalhealthEurope

01/06/2021

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What we hoped would be a temporary situation has become a new reality. Thank you to everyone who has worked tirelessly through and adapted so they can continue to bring us all the benefits of milk.
On World Milk Day and on every day, we thank you! 👏
Dairy Platform

21/05/2021

🌎 22 May 2021
One World, , One Habitat.
No one is safe, until we are all safe.
We strive to help all animals flourish and thrive, especially endangered species, as the last year has shown us that the health of animals is inextricably linked to our own.
Together, beyond animal health.