Pharmacist - Borno

We are looking for a qualified candidate to fill this position. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES  Under the Technical supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and the management of the Program Manager, the Pharmacy Officer will be responsible for the following main activities to ensure a good pharmacy management at all levels:

• Implementing a quality drugs supply system in line with MdM standards

• Implementing an effective stock management

• Reception and preparation of orders

• Collection and analysis of drugs consumption in the mission

• Support to health facilities and mobile clinics

• Reporting and attendance to different meetings

TASKS DESCRIPTION: Implementing a quality drugs supply system in line with MdM standards:

• Participate in analysis of needs, preparation of regular forecasts, calculation of replenishment orders and buffer stocks and initiating timely procurement of medical supplies in collaboration with log/supply and Pharmacy Manager.

• Prepare the request for all the necessary drugs, material and equipment for operations and validate with medical supervisor.

• Anticipate needs for medical supplies and assist in defining and implementing strategy for local procurement in collaboration with Pharmacy Manager and Logistic Manager.

• Alert the Pharmacy Manager and the Program Manager as soon as the buffer stock will be used.

• Checks quality of drugs are in line with MdM internal and national regulations during the procurement process.

• Participate on evaluation of potential local suppliers for supplies and equipment according to MdM standards.

• Participate on selecting the suppliers (validated after QUAMED Local Market Assessment) for local purchase of drugs.

• Store drugs according to instructions and standards.

• Support medical team (medical supervisor, medical doctors, midwives, nurses) for them to establish order related to the needs of operations implemented.

• Monitor the supply quantity, expiration dates and quality of medicines and medical supplies.

• Ensure pharmacy recommendations are applied.

Implementing an effective stock management:

• Create a pharmacy with appropriate storage, receiving and packing space and allowing to conduct a full medical inventory.

• Organize the drugs storage according to international standards (route of administration, alphabetical order of International Non-proprietary Name, FEFO principle, clear labelling with INN + dosage + pharmaceutical form + expiry date)

• Organize drugs, medical supplies and equipment for easy distribution and appropriate stock movement records

• Ensure all boxes and items are proper identify a...