Pharmacy Officer Job at INTERSOS

Pharmacy Officer

Organization: INTERSOS

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The Pharmacy Officer will support the Country Pharmacist (or Deputy Medical Coordinator) in ensuring the effective functioning of INTERSOS pharmacy operations.

This includes:

• Efficient pharmacy management
• Proper medical stock control
• Safe and rational use of medicines
• Compliance with INTERSOS guidelines and national/international regulations

Key Responsibilities

Pharmacy Operations & Management

• Support overall pharmacy operations across projects
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, hygiene, and safety standards
• Implement waste management protocols
• Support emergency preparedness and medical kit management

Stock Management & Supply Chain

• Ensure proper storage conditions (temperature, humidity, security, etc.)
• Maintain stock levels above minimum thresholds
• Prevent stock-outs, expiries, and overstocking
• Manage inventory, donations, and expired drugs

Procurement & Coordination

• Support procurement processes from needs assessment to delivery
• Collaborate with:
  • Medical
  • Logistics
  • HR
  • Finance teams
• Ensure procurement from approved suppliers

Monitoring & Data Management

• Collect and analyze stock and consumption data
• Maintain accurate records (hardcopy and electronic systems like IMS/Excel)
• Monitor drug usage patterns and support epidemiological tracking

Quality Assurance & Rational Drug Use

• Promote:
  • Rational prescribing
  • Safe dispensing practices
  • Patient counseling
• Support antibiotic stewardship and pharmacovigilance
• Report any drug quality issues immediately

Field Support & Supervision

• Conduct regular visits to project sites
• Provide technical support to field pharmacies
• Monitor implementation of pharmacy standards

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to national pharmaceutical regulations
• Manage controlled drugs (narcotics & psychotropics) properly
• Participate in stock checks and audits
• Report:
  • Drug consumption trends
  • Losses or discrepancies
  • Unusual patterns

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm or PharmD)
• Registered with the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) with a valid license

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in hospital pharmacy management
• NGO experience (especially in developing countries) is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Internet)
• Inventory and data management skills
• Understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain systems

Core Competencies

• Leadership and planning skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving and proactive mindset
• Attention to detail and quality orientation
• Flexibility and ability to work in challenging environments

Languages

• Proficiency in mission language (English) required
• Knowledge of local languages is an added advantage

How to Apply

Apply via the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtHZBtD0gFX-v7OCaDlmky_eWGIH6BWG9ocwoYdFwgOENfEQ/viewform?pli=1

Additional Notes

• Candidates must demonstrate commitment to INTERSOS principles
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted