Job Information
International Rescue Committee Volunteer Pharmaceutical Technician in Kakuma, Kenya
Requisition ID: req52262
Job Title: Volunteer Pharmaceutical Technician
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Volunteer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: Kakuma, Kenya
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
Under the guidance and supervision of the senior Pharmacist or designate, the Pharmaceutical technologist volunteer- will be involved in management of the pharmacy and drug management systems.
Key Responsibilities
Receive, verify and record all incoming items in the Hospital drug store.
Issue and record all items duly requested by the consumption units in the prescribed format.
Ensure proper filling and storage of all the documents in the hospital drug store.
Monitor consumptions of items in the consumption units.
Ensure proper storage of all items in the Hospital drug store.
Regularly monitor expiry dates of all items.
Monitor on poor utilized and slow moving items and in consultation with the supervisor advice the prescribers/users accordingly.
Monitor the stock levels and in consultation with the supervisor to avoid unnecessary stock outs.
Record twice daily the temperatures in the cold room and the fridge.
Ensure proper maintenance of cold chain in the drug store.
Offer pharmaceutical advice when required.
With the supervisor assist in preparation of consumption reports.
Conduct regular physical inventory to ensure compliance of records.
Creation of picking slips.
Do any other duty as assigned to you by your supervisor or designate.
Key Result Areas
Accurate and timely documentation of all issues and received drugs and medical items.
Daily recording and tracking of temperatures in the cold room and the fridge
Timely issue 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.
Qualifications
A Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution.
He/She must be enrolled by the pharmacy and poisons board
At least three years hospital pharmacy experience.
Good communication and writing skills
Computer literate
A good team player
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Ability to work ethically in demanding environment.
Good customer care skills.
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Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer:
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.