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.
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)
