Position: Pharmacy Officer
About Union Aid
Union Aid is a non-governmental organisation, registered under Societies Act 1860 in 2012. Union Aid was established by Dr. Toryalay Nassery and initiated its activities in health sector after its establishment in 1979 that formally commenced from 1980 with the prior permission from Ministry of SAFRON, Government of Pakistan. Union Aid is actively providing health care services, education, scholarships, vocational training and family support programs.
Job Description:
Union Aid is seeking for a capable Pharmacy Officer for Balkh Office for AU-MI/HEALTH project funded by Malteser International. The Pharmacy Officer has to perform all clerical duties required for the efficient running of the pharmacy for the project of “Basic Health Centers in six locations of Balkh province. The pharmacy officer’s responsibilities include placing orders for pharmaceutical supplies, and operating in and out of the medicines on daily basis. He/she should also be able to receive and unpack new stock delivered by suppliers. Ultimately, an outstanding pharmacy officer should ensure that shelves are properly stocked and organized and that work areas are always clean.
| Job Location: | Balkh |
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| Nationality: | Afghan |
| Category: | Nonprofit-Social Services |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Salary: | As per scale |
| Vacancy Number: | UA-54/MI-H/2024/PHO |
| No. Of Jobs: | 1 |
| City: | Mazar E Sharif |
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| Organization: | Union Aid |
| Years of Experience: | Four years practical working experience in pharmacy with local NGOs or International NGOs |
| Contract Duration: | One year - extendable |
| Gender: | Male |
| Education: | Graduate from pharmacy university |
| Close date: | 2024-09-28 |
Responsibilities:
- Pharmacy officer is responsible for planning, implementation, supervision and monitoring of the pharmaceutical activities for the health facilities covered by Union Aid in Balkh,
- The pharmacy officer is responsible for safe and proper storage and supply of medicine and medical equipment for the entire health facilities,
- Working with cooperative attitude and keep a high standard of quality,
- Participating in selection, procurement, distribution and implementation of drug use in coordination with management team,
- Responsible for planning, implementation, supervision and monitoring the Pharmacy related activities,
- To receive the medical supply and stock it according to the procedures,
- To follow the consumptions at health facility level, prepare feedbacks on consumptions and prepare report,
- To conduct training for pharmacists regarding, storage, distribution and rational drugs usages Arrangement and consume drugs confirming to expiration date,
- To dispense all pharmacy and stock in accordance with procedures,
- To identify and report problems that interferes in the delivery of services,
- To work effectively with other team members,
- Coordinating the drugs and equipment supplies procedures with MoPH policies,
- To keep the track of pharmaceuticals stocking and supplies to prevent shortage,
- Ensuring the lab supplies and activities are on line with standards,
- To supervise and prepare the reports from lab section,
- To perform any other assignments request by line manager.
Job Requirements:
- Graduate from pharmacy university
- Four years of practical working experience in pharmacy with local NGOs or International NGOs,
- Strong written and fluent verbal communication skills in Pashto, Dari and English.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office program and QuickBooks.
- Good communication skills, team work spirit and capability to respond challenging conditions.
- Proactive, persuasive, and ability to work under stress and with deadlines.
- Disciplined, professional, hard-worker
- Flexible regarding working hours.
- Proactive, persuasive and ability to work under stress and with deadlines
Submission Guideline:
- Please write the Job title/Vacancy Number on the subject line of your email.
- Attach your updated CV and application letter
- Aplications received after the closing date will not be considered
- ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
Submission Email:
hr@unionaid.org