Objective:
To support and supervise the overall pharmacy supply management and pharmacy operations of MSF France in Kenya in collaboration and by delegation of the medical coordinator. That will imply:
Ensure adequate and timely supplies of quality products to the projects
Ensure all projects pharmaceutical processes are in line with National pharmaceutical regulation and MSF procedures
Responsibilities:
Supervise the running of the pharmacies across the mission, ensuring the proper implementation of MSF protocols, procedures and good dispensing practices
Order Processing and follow up: Support the projects across the mission in forecasting ,quantification and processing of medical orders in line with MSF procurement procedure
Budget Preparation and Follow up: Support projects across the mission in preparing their annual Medical budget in-line with project activities as well as submit monthly cash requests
Represent MSF’s interests before the Ministry of Health and other local authorities on any issue concerning pharmaceuticals
Ensure a close follow up of the National Drug Supply particularly in projects where MSF is working in conjunction with MoH
Support and participate in all drug and medical material supply processes and facilitate correct stock management , transport and storage procedures, in order to ensure the overall efficiency and effectiveness in pharmacy department
Support the Projects in Collecting and analyzing stock indicators according to physical inventory and software data and together with the medical team take corrective decisions when necessary.
Function as technical Pharmacy support regarding all questions related to pharmaceutical information, medication use (protocols and rational drug use), management of side effects, adherence issues
Regular technical visits to project sites to ensure appropriate follow-up of activities and management of field pharmacies.
Support the Medical Coordinator regarding the follow-up of EPREP planning and maintenance of medical emergency kits
Ensures that all inventories of drugs and medical devices exist and are updated, and participates in reporting according to MSF guidelines (Monthly pharmacy reports, Monthly donation reports and Annual pharmacy reports, etc.)
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree from a recognized institution
Registered and current license with P.P.B.
Experience
Prior experience in HIV/TB programs is essential
Prior NGO experience is an added advantage
Minimum 5 years’ experience
Languages
Good command of English both written and spoken
Knowledge
Excellent computer skills (MS excel, word, access, outlook) critical for this position
Competences
Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently, using initiative when appropriate
Good knowledge of Kenyan Pharmaceutical laws
Attention to detail with good analytical skills
Ability to work as part of a multicultural and multidisciplinary team
Job Field: Sector in Pharmaceutical
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Mission Pharmacy Manager
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Pharmaceutical Technologist
The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys interacting with patients and always puts the customer first.
Requirements for the Pharmaceutical Technologist Job
MUST have at least one year experience in an outpatient community chemist setting
In those 2 years they MUST have worked in a community pharmacy
Fluent in English & Swahili with exceptional communication skills
Enrolled with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Must be flexible working am/pm shift.
Diversity of culture and gender is encouraged.
Salary
The salary expectation is 40,000 gross
Hours
8 hours per day, 6 days per week. Will alternate AM and PM shifts. Hours subject to change.
Where is the position?
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Government Chemist Deputy Director Probation & Aftercare Director Director School of Adventure & Leadership Assistant Director Programmes & Strategic Initiatives Assistant Director Human Resource Planning & Development Engineering Secretary Chief Engineer Agriculture Secretary Director of Agriculture Lecturer Principal Kenya School of Agriculture Deputy Director of Leather
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.120,270 – Ksh.180,660 p.m. – Job Group ‘S’
Responsibilities for the Government Chemist Job
An officer at this level will be the head of the Government Chemist Department and will be responsible to the Principal Secretary for management and administration of the function.
Formulating, implementing and reviewing policies and programmes relating to
Quantitative analytical services and water quality and pollution control services;
Provision of quantitative and qualitative analytical laboratory services and water
Quality and pollution control services;
Overseeing the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC);
Monitoring and evaluating quantitative and qualitative analytical and forensic laboratory services;
Securing and managing financial support for development plans;
Instituting operational accountability and transparency; and
Managing the financial, human and other resources of the institution
Qualifications for the Government Chemist Job
Served for a minimum period of fifteen (15) years, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Deputy Government Chemist, Job Group ‘Q’ and above;
A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Forensic Science, Biochemistry or Environmental Science or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya; attended a strategic leadership course from a recognized institution; and
Demonstrated professional competence and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals and policies and the ability to relate them to the government chemist in the provisions of quantitative and qualitative analytical laboratory services and water quality and pollution control services.
NOTE: possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya will be considered as added advantage.
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Pharmaceutical Technologist
General Purpose of the role: The Pharmaceutical Technologist major role is to manage inventory, dispense & service prescriptions accurately and manage sales revenue effectively.
He/she is also responsible in providing excellent customer service to the clients.
Key Responsibilities of the role
Helps patients by greeting them in person and by phone; answering questions and requests; dispensing medicine.
Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs & preparing ageing reports as often as possible.
Maintains a safe and clean environment by complying with company standard operating procedures & government regulation. He/she cleans the floors and damp dusts the shelves.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Organizes medications for dispensing by reading medication orders and prescriptions; preparing labels; calculating quantities; assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies.
Maintains records by recording and filing physicians’ orders and prescriptions.
Generates revenues by calculating, recording, and issuing charges as well as issuing cash sale receipts.
Ensures medication availability by delivering medications to patients and other clientele.
Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information and sending them on time as required in the standard operating procedures.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Conducting marketing activities together with the branch team and ensuring individual and branch sales targets are met/or exceeded.
Take responsibility of his/her shop by ensuring that all operations of the shop are running smoothly and reporting any anomalies and breakages.
Adhere to the Dangerous Drug Act regulation
Ensure standard operating procedures are followed to the letter and timely feedback given
Any other duty assigned by the Branch manager, Regional Manager or senior management staff.
Code of conduct required
She/he must always be clean, smart and well groomed in uniform and name tag when on duty.
She/he must be ready and willing to provide exemplary customer service in accordance to company brand and policies.
She/he must adhere to the working hours as per shifts allocated; any absence from work must be reported in good time.
He/she must keep the clients’ information confidential.
He/she must adhere to the organization’s reporting structure.
Must be a person with high level of integrity as there will be aspects of cash management
Must not have prior criminal record
Skills and competencies
Excellent team player
Negotiation skills.
Able to achieve targets and exceed in performance
Excellent written, reading and spoken English Language skills.
IT literate. Preferably 2 years’ experience working with an electronic point of sale system
Excellent use of MS Office and Email (MUST).
Customer focused and always willing to go the extra mile.
Excellent communication skills with proven email etiquette.
High energy and hungry for career growth and entrepreneurial coaching
Qualifications
Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a reputable institution
Pharmacy & Poisons Board certification with license available for use highly desirable
At least one year experience post internship in a busy retail pharmacy.
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Site Director
Basic Qualifications
University graduate with at least 8 years manufacturing experience in the FMCG/Pharmaceutical HealthCare industry and 5 years at senior management level.
Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate Degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Supply Chain & Operations Management, BComm or related sciences with at least 5 years manufacturing experience in the FMCG/Pharmaceutical HealthCare industry at senior level with proven ability to collaborate and engender trust across all areas of the business.
MBA qualification will be an added advantage
Details
The Site Director is responsible for overall management of GSK’s Manufacturing operations is Nairobi ensuring there is reliable supply of product to meet commercial demand. Provides leadership to all GMS/technical related functions at the Likoni Road Site and ensures there is efficient and appropriate utilization of Company resources and assets.
CONSUMER LIKONI ROAD SITEFactory Overheads :GBP 2,400KCapital Expenditure :GBP 2,300KStandard Cost of Production : GBP 4,700KFactory :90 Permanent & 70 Contingent Workers
Essential Job Responsibilities
Translating the GMS & Supply Chain strategy into the Site Business Plan. Setting the direction for the Site, contributing to and formulating the strategy and long term vision for the Site ensuring investment in facilities and people to secure necessary standards going forward.
Provide a secure source of supply of high quality products to support CH East Africa Business.
To ensure that the site complies with:-GSK Quality, Safety and Environmental Standards and Policies.Kenyan Ministry of Health local GMP and Safety Standards.Kenya Bureau of Standards requirements (oral care & nutritionals).The GMP and Quality Standards of all countries where product from the Nairobi site are exported to.
Preparation of 3/1 plans and budgets in line with Group requirements for Likoni site.
Manage and balance Consumer demand and supply requirements in line with overall operating capacity always keeping quality in mind.
Deliver improvements in the key Site KPIs aligning with those of CH International Region and striving to improve on year on year basis.
Champion and drive Operational Excellence to improve operational effectiveness starting with the basics to get an ‘OE’ culture at the site.
Assign clear management task ownership for key business and operational process for efficient execution in Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, IT, OE and EHS.
Communicate in a timely manner to all above Country requests for information and provide regular monthly updates on progress.
Work closely with ETCM to drive major capital projects at the Site.
Developing relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and external stakeholders – particularly regulators, national institutions, local Government, local pressure groups and community.
Integrating, leading, challenging and empowering Site Leadership Team and fostering a climate of teamwork and collaboration.
Accountability
Deliver the financial targets in the 3/1 plan
To develop products of local opportunity for the East Africa market, while working closely with Commercial, mainly CH on meeting their changing needs via new innovations and prompt supply.
To take a leadership role in promoting Operations Excellence culture in GMS and lead Likoni site to Vision Factory status
Provide visionary leadership to all GMS employees, taping on potential available within the business by using resources wisely and judiciously.
Complexity
To play an active role in the GSK Kenya Customer Board ensuring that GMS is well represented in all the decisions taken by this board. To ensure that adequate Shared Services agreements are in place.
Work closely with the African & Middle East supply chain to ensure smooth supply of products.
Manage the business’ external relationships to enhance GSK’s good public image with policy makers and other key players in the market. Maintain, enhance & maximise GSK’s positive image in all markets.
Manage complex projects with heavy capital investment.
Contact Information
You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.
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Pharmacist Clinical Officers Laboratory Tecnologists
Minimum Requirement • Must have a Degree in Pharmacy. • Must have a valid Certificate from Pharmacy and Poisons Board. • Must have working experience of 3 years in health care industry. As a licensed medical professional responsible for:- • In-charge of all the medications dispensed in the hospital. • Monitor use and safety of medications. • Advise medical officers on the best possible treatment for specific diseases. • Ensure that patients understand the medication and any side effects and/or drug interactions. • Provide a final check of the prescription by the pharmacy technologists once more before the drug is given to the patients. • Maintain confidential records of all patients. • Provide advises on essential drugs list and storage. • Supervise pharmacy staff members as well as training aspect of drug knowledge.• Advise and Implement pharmacy policy guidelines.
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Pharmaceutical Technologist
The facility offers a range of both out-patient and in-patient services.
The candidate for this position will meet the following criteria:
Be a committed Christian;
Hold a minimum of a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
Have a minimum of 2 years experience in a busy pharmacy;
Be ready to work under minimum supervision;
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Pharmacy Services Manager
Job Role
To deliver the pharmacy’s quality and growth objectives
Establish and implement policies and procedures of the pharmacy in accordance with the set policies and of the statutory requirements
Execute all cost management procedures and ensure effective departmental controls
Ensuring proper inventory management and control in accordance with policies and procedures
Prepare and review drug formulary periodically to reflect changes in treatment in consultation with other stakeholders as outlined in our internal policies
Ensure compliance to quality assurance standards by carrying out regular audits of all activities, procedures and equipment
Review and realign activities to changing customer needs and demands, and develop new services
Ensure doctors and clients receive appropriate drug information
Provide leadership to achieve high performance by ensuring employee development, employee engagement and performance management to deliver organization objectives and goals
Avail accurate and timely reports for management decisions as required.
Maintains a rational, safe and economic system for the procurement and storage of pharmaceutical and ensures their availability and support the daily running of the purchasing department.
Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description
Academic & Professional Qualifications
1. Diploma or Bachelors degree in Pharmacy
2. Valid registration license with the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board
3. Management course an added advantage
4. At least 5 years in similar position and in a busy hospital
Key Deliverables
Revenue growth and cost controlInventory management.
Quality management
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Patient-Centered Pharmaceutical Technologist
This position offers:
Patient-centered environment: Your job is to ensure patients have a great experience when they come to the chemist! Work with a dedicated team growing a chain of chemists Opportunities to learn business skills: Customer feedback, key performance indicators, growth and expansion Join an award-winning and quickly growing startup
Requirements
MUST have at least one year experience in an outpatient community chemist setting
Fluent in English & Swahili with exceptional communication skills
Enrolled with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
Pay
Competitive package depending on experience and qualifications PLUS free treatment for self and dependants at our Medical Centers AND an attractive medical cover.
Hours
8 hours per day, 6 days per week. Will alternate AM and PM shifts. Hours subject to change.
Where is the position?
Nairobi, Kenya. Our office is on Lusaka Rd (near Nyayo roundabout) in SIMCO PLAZA. You will be based in Umoja, Kahawa West, or Embakasi.
What’s the job?
Most importantly: Make Penda a great place to work for all!
Provide a chemist experience that patients will love!
Engage patients at reception in a friendly manner
Work within Penda’s protocols to provide pharmaceutical consultation
Perform basic laboratory tests (we will provide training)
Follow Penda’s SOP’s on inventory and stock management
Complete deadlines fast and have fun at work
Be a great teammate and go above and beyond
This is an exciting new position that will be critical for our ability to scale over the next several years. We are looking for individuals with real drive and development qualities. -
Pharmacy Compliance
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervision & regulatory of compliance, risk, work plans, and execution of the pharmacy key compliance issues surrounding daily operations. S/He will ensure all Pharmacy operations are regulated under, and adhere to, the strictest of compliance specifications.
Pharmacy Compliance Job Roles and Responsibilities
Leads by example and makes decisions based on the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization.
Responsible for insuring the compliance with all rules and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy, supply chain management and the Board of Pharmacy.
Serves as pharmacy point person for pharmaceutical waste management.
Works with finance and business services to ensure pharmacy billing compliance.
Works with pharmacy administration to ensure department records and files are properly maintained.
Prepares special reports and analysis when requested.
Maintains knowledge of current trends and development in the field through continuing education.
Represents the pharmacy in a positive manner with staff and other hospital pharmacies.
Facilitate the investigations and reporting of non-compliance to the Chief Pharmacy Officer,
Ensure that corrective action work plans for non-compliance are developed, documented, communicated, implemented and effective in the mitigation of risk.
Preferred Qualifications/Education for the Pharmacy Compliance Job
Bsc. pharmacy
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Compliance and regulatory duties
Registered member of the Pharmacy and poisons board
Experience in Retail environment added advantage