Ruth Mekgor

Established and maintained regulatory systems for clinical studies, coordinated submissions to Ethics Committees and SAHPRA, and managed Investigator Site Files and essential documentation. Developed SOPs, supported informed consent processes, and prepared teams for audits and inspections.

Coordinated study activities from initiation through close-out, prepared regulatory and ethics applications, and maintained compliant Investigator Site Files. Acted as primary liaison between investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory authorities, and managed eCOA platforms and site staffing.

Coordinated all operational aspects of clinical trials, managed regulatory submissions and correspondence, and oversaw study staff training and compliance with ICH-GCP. Developed and implemented SOPs, ensured accurate documentation, and supported participant retention and community engagement.

Coordinated daily clinic operations and participant flow, managed scheduling, reimbursements, and participant communication. Maintained confidential participant records and study documentation, and produced study projections and operational reports.

Managed executive calendars and schedules, coordinated meetings and corporate events, and drafted correspondence. Maintained records and filing systems and managed office administration and communication.

Managed financial records and reporting, processed invoices, and maintained accounting documentation. Coordinated learner registrations and admissions and ensured accurate record-keeping and compliance with administrative procedures.

Provided administrative support to academic departments, assisted students with enrolment and queries, and coordinated workshops and events. Managed academic records and course materials and assisted with budget tracking.

Managed reception and front-office operations, handled incoming calls and correspondence, and scheduled meetings. Maintained office supplies and provided professional customer service and administrative support.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management with an expected completion in May-June 2027. Six modules remaining.

Completed POPIA Information Session in 2025.

Completed ABC Quality Control Training in 2025.

Completed a Diploma in Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices in 2012.

Activities and societies: Top Academic Student; Ranked No. 1 in Faculty of Business Administration

Completed a Diploma in Business Administration in 2010, ranked as the top academic student in the Faculty of Business Administration.

Completed Ethics & Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training in 2024.

Completed Clinical Research Quality Control training in 2023.

Completed Clinical Research Coordination training in 2022.