Pharmacy Officer - HeRON

Support health system strengthening and supply chain management for pharmacy operations.

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Overview

Support health system strengthening and supply chain management for pharmacy operations.

You have:

  • Graduate of Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm or D. Pharm) with supply chain management and public health/system strengthening background.
  • Post-graduate training in Supply Chain Management and public health is an added advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience, of which 2 - 3 years in health system strengthening and the development sector.
  • Experience in deep field mission as a pharmacist in humanitarian settings is highly recommended.
  • Must be registered with relevant licensing bodies and allowed to practice in Nigeria.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of drugs and medical supplies regulations of Nigeria.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience in NGO work is an advantage.
  • Able to communicate in English language (written and spoken); knowledge of local languages is a plus.
  • Have experience in general management including financial and budget management, logistics management, etc.
  • Familiarity/knowledge of operational contexts in Adamawa State.
  • Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to Travel: 30% of time is required.

Job Description

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Qualifications

Education:

- Graduate of Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm or D. Pharm) with supply chain management and public health/system strengthening background. - Post-graduate training in Supply Chain Management, public health, added advantage

Work Experience:

- Minimum 5 years of professional experience, of which 2 - 3 years in health system strengthening and the development sector. - Experience in deep field mission as a pharmacist in humanitarian setting is highly recommended. - Must be registered with relevant licensing bodies and allowed to practice in Nigeria. - Thorough knowledge and understanding of drugs and medical supplies regulations of Nigeria. - Excellent interpersonal communication skills - NGO work experience is an advantage. - Should be able to use Microsoft Office especially MS-Word, Excel, outlook … - Able to communicate in English language (written and spoken); Knowledge of local languages is a plus - Additional qualities: team worker, be flexible, and adaptability to transitions. - Have experience in general management (including financial and budget management, logistics management, etc.) - Familiarity/ knowledge of operational contexts Adamawa State

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

- Background in Logistics and Supply chain management, situation analysis, Health System strengthening, Pharmacy systems strengthening, DRF scheme, health assessments M&E and program implementation.

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:

- Flexible, diplomatic and have ability and willingness live and work under pressure of workloads - A mature person of high professional discipline and moral integrity, proactive and able to work under stress as the situation may dictate.

Languages: English. Knowledge of local languages is an added advantage

Computer/Other Tech Requirements:

- Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Ability to Travel: 30 % of time

Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and several others.

Gender Equality****: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

orking Environment: The candidate must have a high level of flexibility and strength to be able to work under pressure and meets datelines with a strong ability of multi-tasking, team spirit and problem-solving skills.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. By these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

IRC and IRC employees must adhere to the values and principles contained in the IRC WAY (Standards of Professional Conduct). These are Integrity, Service, and Responsibility. Consistent with these values, IRC operates and enforces policies on beneficiary protection from exploitation and abuse, child protection, workplace harassment, financial integrity, and retaliation.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in supply chain management and how it relates to public health? This question assesses the candidate's relevant experience and understanding of supply chain dynamics in public health. Provide specific examples of previous roles and situations where you have effectively managed supply chains in health contexts.
How have you dealt with high-pressure situations in your previous roles? This gauges the candidate's ability to perform under stress and manage workload effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to work within a team to achieve a common goal. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to stay updated on drug regulations and compliance? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss your experience with Microsoft Office tools in a professional setting. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org