CONSULTANT PHARMACIST

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated

to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and

development programs.

International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian

organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and

related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide.

International Medical Corps is recruiting a Consultant Pharmacist for a 10-day period.

JOB SUMMARY

The Pharmacist will be responsible for reviewing and interpreting physical orders on

medications.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in a vendor prequalification exercise

Undertake physical visits on premises and warehouses of selected vendors

Interview vendors as per IMC questionnaire

Review warehousing standards, identifying weaknesses and strengths

Verify compliance of vendors with Kenya laws as regulated by the pharmacy board of

Kenya the drug enforcement administration, and the food and drug administration by

monitoring nursing unit inspections;

Study existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; advising management on

needed actions in reference to pharmacy.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

Degree in Pharmacy

At least 5 years of experience working as a pharmacist or related field

Demonstrated experience being responsible for ensuring that there are systems and

internal controls in place to effectively manage, monitor and report on drugs.

Member of the pharmacy board of Kenya

Ability to research and analyze medical literature including drug information, disease

status, and clinical practice guidelines

Strong verbal and written English communication skills required. Kiswahili preferred.

Compliance & Ethics: Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics

throughout International Medical Corps. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear

understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics

standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of

integrity. Communicates these standards to partners and requires them to adhere to

these values.

How to Apply:

IMC Somalia is inviting qualified candidates who meet the above requirements to

send cover letter and CV to the following email address:

somaliajobs@InternationalMedicalCorps.org. Please indicate the job title in the email

subject line clearly. Deadline for applications: 5th

 May 2017. Only shortlisted

applicants will be contacted for interview.

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS is an equal opportunity employer