Job Description

Work Description

The Appointed pharmacistsxe2x80x99 role is to provide overall coordination of the pharmaceutical services with a particular focus on TB and adjuvant medicines. The DP will work closely with the District Pharmacist and report directly to the Project/ Programme Manager at the District level. This position requires a good understanding of the medicine quantification, procurement, and supply chain management systems to ensure reliable procurement, storage, control, forecasting and distribution of quality medicines.is responsible for contributing to the smooth running and operations of the Pharmacy according to SAPC GPP and GCP Standards.

Technical Work Responsibilities

• Research Pharmacy Duties
• General Administration
• Liaise with stakeholders

Education

• Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree (B.Pharm)
• Registration with SA Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist
• Proof of current registration with SAPC

Advantageous

• GCP certificate
• Postgraduate degree in Clinical Pharmacy
• Relevant experience with SA DOH pharmacy systems.e.g. Synch
• Fluent in English. Fluency in local languages

Experience

• A minimum of 3-5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience as a pharmacist after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)
• Relevant experience in hospital pharmacy, retail sector, and NGO environment
• Management or supervisory experience
• An Understanding of HIV/AIDS and TB

Requirements

• Willing to travel and do work after normal working hours.
• Valid driverxe2x80x99s license and own car
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, and routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics.
• Good writing and presentation skills
• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Innovative thinking, problem solving, initiative, and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with the multi-disciplinary team.

Please note:

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These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Aurum welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.

Closing Date: 14 August 2023

The Aurum Institute