Pharmaceutical Technologist at International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.

 

Pharmaceutical Technologist

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma , KCSE
  • Experience2 - 5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldPharmaceutical 

Under the guidance and supervision of the Pharmacist or designate, the Pharmaceutical Technologist will be involved in the day-to-day management of the dispensing pharmacy operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the correct dispensing of pharmaceutical commodities at the dispensing pharmacy units.
  • Ensure there is adequate health supplies and drugs in the dispensing pharmacy stores and that dispensing pharmacy is well managed with no pilferages.
  • Ensure all standard operating procedures within the supply chain are well implemented and adhered to.
  • Monitor prescribing trends by analyzing prescriptions and alerting the pharmacist of any anomalies or cases of irrational prescribing practices.
  • Ensure cold chain maintenance and monitoring is done regularly to ensure temperature sensitive drugs are correctly monitored while under storage.
  • Prepare all inventory management reports including MOH monthly reports for Malaria, TB, and HIV by 5th of every month.
  • Monitor and maintain the tracer drug list of commodities and report their availability to clinical team biweekly.
  • Attend departmental meetings as may be required from time to time.
  • Participate in the training and mentorship programs within the department unit where members learn from each other to improve the quality of services.
  • Providing drug information to medical personnel to promote rational drug usage.
  • Supervising interns and students on attachment.
  • Carry out any other assignments that may be assigned to him/her by the supervisor or designate

Key Result Areas

  • Accurate and timely documentation of all issued and received drugs and medical items.
  • Daily recording and tracking of temperatures in the cold room and the fridge.
  • Timely issuance of orders to the various units in the prescribed forms on their ordering days.
  • Proper storage of drugs and medical items.
  • Tracking of expiries and slow-moving items.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have Kenya Certificate of Education (KCSE) or an equivalent.
  • A Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
  • Be enrolled by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
  • Served in the grade of Pharmaceutical Technologist for at least three (3) years.
  • Diploma and 2 years experience or certificate and 5 years’ experience
  • Good communication and writing skills.
  • Certificate in Computing from a recognized institution.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to International Rescue Committee on careers.rescue.org to apply

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