Vacancy at Population Council - Pharmacy Technician Position

The Population Council is an international, non-profit, non-governmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and help achieve a humane, equitable and sustainable balance between people and resources. 

Due to the expansion of its programs, the Council is seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities:

• The candidate for this position will set up and manage the day-to-day running of a pharmacy in a newly established community-based outpatient clinic for potential clients who engage in HIV-related risky behaviors and perform other related duties as assigned.
• The Technician will contribute significantly to the setting up and equipping of the pharmacy.
• S/he will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the pharmacy, receiving written prescriptions or refilling requests and verifying that information obtained is complete and accurate.
• In addition, s/he will be expected to maintain proper storage and security of drugs and maintain proper inventory of medications and supplies.
• S/he will counsel and follow up with client to ensure adherence to medications arid makes sure that patient records are kept confidential.

Requirements:

• Level of Education - minimum of B.Pharm and a Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field will be an added advantage
• General Communication, Supervisory & Interpersonal Skill Level - Excellent
• Spoken and Written Language Requirements - English- Excellent
• Level of IT Expertise Required - Good
• Ability to travel within arid outside Nigeria
• Desired Number of Years Prior Experience in a Similar Role: 3 - 5 years
• Effective organizational, planning and administrative skills
• Ability to work well individually and in a team,

Application Closing Date: 11th February, 2014

Method Of Application: 

• Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly stating current salary and salary expectations) and CVs to: nigeria@popcouncil.org. 
• Clearly state the position title for whcih you are applying for and your full names with the surname first, then other names (e.g Deputy Director (Research) – BEN, Shehu Ekong) in the subject area of the email. 
• Note: All attachments must be in PDF format

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