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  • Posted: Sep 5, 2017
    Deadline: Sep 14, 2017
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    Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. With 165 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the bene...
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    Health Programme Assistant - Pharmacist Technologist

    Context:

    The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is one of the major humanitarian as well as developmental actors in Somalia. IOM is currently implementing primary healthcare projects across all major regions and major migration points in the country, and is expanding its programme. In this context, IOM is seeking for a Health Programme Assistant - Pharmacist Technologist to support the Migration Health Division (MHD).

    Core Functions / Responsibilities:

    The specific tasks include:

    1. Responsible for all drugs and medical supplies in coordination with IOM Somalia MHD designated staff.

    2. Assist in procuring drugs, including liaising with procurement on all aspects of the bidding and contracting process following IOM SoPs.

    3. Verify the standards of the drugs quoted and supplied and ensure that they are registered in the country.

    4. Development of a pharmaceutical database for use in Nairobi and across all field locations, to monitor drug and health commodity quantities, average monthly consumption, expiration dates, donations, etc.

    5. Develop stock data sheet to monitor the supplies, consumption, and storage of medical supplies. Ensure medical drugs are stored per location for easy identification in Nairobi.

    6. Assist the Health Programme Coordinator in monitoring appropriate prescribing practices to meet service delivery needs and IOM standards and that treatment guidelines are strictly followed;

    7. Develop a training curriculum for MHD and MoH staff on pharmaceutical management, and train the teams on MHD SoPs around pharmaceutical management.

    8. Monitor the performance of MHD Ministry of Health seconded and partner staff and ensure timely submission of consumption reports.

    9. Represent IOM in health and PRD related pharmaceutical coordination meetings in Nairobi and Somalia.

    10. Undertake duty travel when required.

    11. Conduct additional tasks that may be assigned by the Health Programme Coordinator.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Education

    • Diploma holder from recognized institution and registered with Kenya pharmacy and Poisons Board
    • High level of computer literacy (MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook)

    Experience

    1. A minimum of five years of experience working in pharmaceutical management. Experience working in the field of international development or humanitarian work as asset.

    2. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet applications, knowledge of SPSS, is an asset.

    3. Experience in database management.

    Languages

    · Required Fluent in English and Somali an asset

    · Arabic is an added advantage

    Required Competencies

    Behavioural

    • Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
    • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
    • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
    • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
    • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
    • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
    • Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

    Method of Application

    Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

    Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

    Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

    How to apply:

    Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Vacancy Notice Number (SVN No)with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone) to: recruitmentsomalia@iom.int

    Closing Date: 14 September 2017, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Posting period: 30.08.2017 – 14.09.2017

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