Primary Health Care Program Pharmacist

The pharmacist will work under the supervision of the Medical Coordinator. S(he) is a member of the medical team which includes the Medical Coordinator, the Senior health officers per area and Health field offices. 1-Manage medication and medical supplies requests, consumption and donations for all IMC supported PHCCs  Conduct regular visits to the supported  clinics to ensure delivered pharmaceuticals and medical supplies donated are available, properly dispensed, and managed. Supervise and train pharmacy assistants  in the supported clinic. All topics related to medications, pharmacy       management stock control, generating stock lists, and the proper handling  of medicines. Capacity building of the PHC centers supported by IMC mainly to the  pharmacist assistants The pharmacist will help building the capacity the clinic staff  Follow up  and management of the medical stock with specific tools (MOPH Health information system software). Management of the donation requests and consumption reports Monthly physical inventory for the PHC centers Preparation of GIOs for all clinics based on needs and on a monthly basis  Ensure quality standard applies: ordering, expiration dates, proper storage (cleanliness, security, access, etc.) Handling  of a 1-month buffer stock to avoid shortages Checking of the prescription and weekly follow-up of the patients to ensure that the consumption is appropriate to diagnosis. Checking  out prescriptions randomly and work on promoting utilization of generics and essential list of medication Prepare   purchase requests for medication in close coordination with the medical Coordinator. Follow-up on any expired drugs and destroyed material, quantification and their subsequent destruction. Ensue  hygiene and security procedures in the  Clinic pharmacy warehouse or office Ensure that temperature, humidity, light exposition are in accordance withproducts in the pharmacy especially ensure cold chain functioning and maintenance and ensure storage conditions according to national  regulations Any other relevant activities needed from the Health department should be done on time. 2-Monitor the implementation of the chronic medication program Ensure Bi-weekly follow up with all dispensaries and health facilities receiving medication through IMC implementing partners. Ensure availability of medication and buffer stock at all clinics Make sure all clinic send on monthly requests to receive donations. Follow up with sample chronic patients on receiving their medication Conduct field visits to a number of clinics. Collect monthly reports from the implementing partners and prepare IMC monthly report for medication and medical supplies donations. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED: At least 1 year experience   in a pharmacy , previous NGO experience is a plus Hold a BS in pharmacy Excellent communication skills Able to take initiative  within a defined framework Taste for team working Flexibility and reactivity      Strong commitment Patience Strong commitment to the organization and its values Languages: Fluent English and Arabic (oral and written) mandatory