Pharmacy Technician Job in Kenya

Pharmacy Technician

Work Location: Mombasa Project

Start date: March 2023

Length of contract: 12 months fixed term contract (based on a 3-month probationary period)

Application deadline: 5th March 2023

The incumbent will be reporting to the Project Medical Referent

MSF is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

The objective of our project is to provide Access to health care for Adolescent and Youth Population (AYP), with specific focus on Young Key Populations (YKP) affected by social violence and health care exclusion.

Main Propose

Supporting the drug supply management in the designated facilities under the supervision of the Project Medical Referent according to MSF health policies and protocols, in order to contribute to the guarantee of the proper management and distribution of drugs and medical devices.

Accountabilities

• In cooperation with the Project Medical Referent, assisting in the supervision, management and control of the medical stock in the project in order to avoid ruptures, losses and gross overstock of drugs and othersupplies and overseeing and monitoring its storage conditions
• In cooperation with the Project Medical Referent assisting on a monthly basis with preparation and approval of order requests, ensuring they are completed in timely manner to prevent unnecessary orders in between. Following up on drug ruptures.
• In cooperation with the NAM and other MSF team members, assisting in the supervision, management, follow up and control of medical/supply stock in the MSFoffice, expat houses, and MSF cars. This includes physical count, ordering and monitoring of expired dates.
• Assisting with the collection of consumption from facilities on at least a monthly basis and collecting data about number of patients. Cooperating with and assisting the Project Medical Referent in all related monthly reports, and under the Project Medical Referent supervision, communicating and providing medical data to relevant MSF team members.
• Improving and following up the monitoring systems in place.
• Supporting the MoH counterparts in their responsibilities regarding monitoring of drug consumption, stock management and preparing/receiving orders.
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
• Assisting in preparing and organizing training sessions for MSF and MOH staff. Providing programs continuity during supervisor’s absence and handovers; sharing knowledge of program with incoming staff in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.

Requirements

Education

• Qualified pharmacist technician Must be enrolled with Pharmacy and Poisons Board to practice pharmacy

Experience

• 2 years Working experience
• Experience collarating with local pharmacy systems (MOH and private) is an asset
• Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting

Language

• English & Kiswahili

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Teamwork and Cooperation L1
• Behavioral Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Stress Management L2

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application before the 5th March 2023.

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We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive,only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)