Pharmacy Technician

The JF Kapnek Zimbabwe works to improve family health, reduce child mortality and create educational opportunity for the children of Zimbabwe through the implementation of scalable, sustainable programs.

JF Kapnek Zimbabwe, a registered PVO 1/86 which has been operating in Zimbabwe since 1986 whose mission is to improve family health, reduce child mortality and create educational
opportunities for the children of Zimbabwe through the implementation of scalable, sustainable programs, is seeking to fill the vacancies below:

Job Title : Pharmacy Technician
Reporting to : Program Manager
Location : Masvingo

Main Purpose of the Job:

The position is critical to ensure efficient procurement, stock management and distribution of medicines and sundries to supported Provinces, Districts and facilities. The role will include
liaison with national pharmaceutical stakeholders as well as at provincial, district and facility levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment of prescriptions, dispensing of medications to patients according to treatment guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Provides instruction and information regarding correct use of medicines supplied
• Data collection for reporting and ordering purposes monthly
• Producing required reports timeously
• Receives and stores incoming supplies; counts stock and enters data in computer and stock cards to maintain inventory records
• Stock management and control, including regular stock take
• Works with the clinic team to ensure that supplies that directly impact patient care are available all the time
• Assists and communicates with medical staff concerning patient care issues (e.g. adverse drug reactions)
• Participating in the case management of individual patients were necessary to ensure continuity of care
• Developing standard operating procedures and job aids to improve pharmacy systems through continuous quality improvement processes
• Maintaining high levels of professionalism and good ethical practice
• Undertakes Pharmacy activities in a manner reflective of the philosophy of JFKZ
• Participates in pharmaceutical and clinic staff orientation
• Supervision of junior staff
• Exercises appropriate judgment and good decision-making skills
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Diploma in Pharmacy
• Certification in Supply Chain Management is an added advantage
• At least 3 years post graduate experience in a pharmacy, preferably within the Ministry of Health and Childcare
• Registration by Pharmacist Council of Zimbabwe with a valid Practicing License and is in good standing.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint is an added advantage.

Functional skills and knowledge:

• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint is an added advantage.