Pharmaceuticals Specialist II at Uasin Gishu County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor effective storage of specialized medical supplies requiring cold storage;
• Supervise pharmaceutical services in health facilities;
• Disseminate and provide new drug information to health workers;
• Coordinate Medical and Therapeutic committee activities in a health facility;
• Develop and review pharmaceutical standards operating procedures for health facilities;
• Conduct research on the trend of medicine utilization and make appropriate advise;
• Provide continuous professional development education to pharmacists;
• Evaluate appropriateness of donated medical supplies and drugs;
• Oversee maintenance of pharmaceutical inventories;
• Participate in facility management committees;
• Coordinate preparation of annual work plans and ensuring they are adhered to;
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance against set targets;
• Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for Appointment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B Pharm) from an institution recognized by Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
• Master’s Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from an institution recognized by Pharmacy and Poisons Board will be an added advantage;
• Relevant work experience of not less than four (4) years;
• Certificate of Registration as a Pharmacist by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
• Valid practicing license from Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
• Having undergone supervisory course of not less than four weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Successful applicant to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.