MSF Belgium KSU Pharmacist Job in Nairobi Kenya

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Job Title: KSU Pharmacist

Duty Station / Mission: Nairobi (Kenya Supply Unit Mission)

Background of the position:

The selected candidate will report to the Supply Chain Manager and shall be responsible for implementation and follow up of good pharmaceutical distribution practices and guidelines in the medical warehouse and manage medicines according to the Kenyan Pharmaceutical Regulation for MSF Belgium Kenya Supply Unit

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Main Tasks include, but not limited to:
Updating, implementing and safe guarding good distribution practices and guidelines as per MSF pharmacy protocols and guidelines
Management of the bulk pharmacy stock according to MSF pharmacy protocols /guidelines and the Kenyan Pharmacy Board regulations
Management of the medical database
Inventory management of medical drugs and / or medical/lab supplies & equipments as per the system / requirement in place
Technical support, training and supervision to the mission pharmacies
Liaise with diverse stakeholders on all matters related to and connected with management of the bulk pharmacy and the distribution of pharmaceuticals / medical items
Pharmacy related data analysis and reporting
Qualifications & Requirements:

Education:
Pharmacist (with a degree in pharmacy) registered with Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya
Experience:
Minimum 3 years professional experience in a similar position.
Previous MSF experience / NGO experience is an added advantage
Skills:
Computer literate; good communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
Strong technical, management and interpersonal skills
Flexibility, motivated, autonomous, proactive, patient, discreet, open minded
Strong sense of confidentiality, team spirit and dynamism
Language:
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Others:
Careful attention to work and good at detail
Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a detailed curriculum vitae and motivation letter, mentioning on the subject line/ Envelope: “Application: KSU Pharmacist” to:

The HR and Administration Officer
Medecins Sans Frontieres Belgium - KSU Mission
P.O. Box 38897-00623, Nairobi
Email: MSFOCB-KSU-Admin@brussels.msf.org

Applications must be received on or before October 10th, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and must avail themselves for interviews shortly thereafter.

MSF-B is an equal opportunity employer. People living with HIV are encouraged to apply.