Pharmacy Technician At Médecins Sans Frontières

Pharmacy Technician At Médecins Sans Frontières – Holland

Médecins Sans Frontières – Holland in Nigeria Limited by Guarantee is an international, private, non- governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization. Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man- made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996. A Memorandum of Understanding between Médecins Sans Frontières-Holland and the Federal Government of Nigeria facilitates this. MSF-OCA employees are guided by a Code of Conduct, which aims to strengthen and support ethical cultures throughout MSF-OCA, based on the core values that guide our medical humanitarian mission.

We are looking to fill an PHARMACY TECHNICIAN position in our Gummi Emergency Nutrition Response Project, Zamfara State

Duty Station:                      Gummi, Zamfara State
Job Type:                             1 Year Definite Contract (with possibility of extension)
Publication Date                 3 February 2026
Deadline for Applications: 9 February 2026(Deadline is 5:00PM)
Mainobjective and responsibility of the position

Supporting the drug supply management in the central pharmacy under the supervision of Pharmacy Supervisor of the project and according to MSF health policies and protocols, in order to contribute in the guarantee of the proper management and distribution of drugs and medical devices

General Accountabilities

In cooperation with the Pharmacy Manager, assisting in the supervision, management and control of the medical stock in the project in order to avoid ruptures, losses and gross overstock of drugs and other supplies and overseeing and monitoring its storage conditions
In cooperation with the Pharmacy Manager, assisting on a monthly basis with preparation and approval of order requests, ensuring they are completed in timely manner to prevent unnecessary orders in between. Following up on drug ruptures.
In cooperation with the Pharmacy Supervisor and other MSF team members, assisting in the supervision, management, follow up and control of medical/supply stock in the MSF office, expat houses, and MSF cars. This includes physical count, ordering and monitoring of expired dates.
Assisting with the collection of consumption from facilities on at least a monthly basis and collecting data about number of patients. Cooperating with and assisting the Pharmacy Manager in all related monthly reports, and under the Pharmacy Manager’s supervision, communicating and providing medical data to relevant MSF team members
Improving and following up the monitoring systems in place.
Supporting the MoH counterparts in their responsibilities regarding monitoring of drug consumption, stock management and preparing/receiving orders.
Perform cleaning and minor maintenance for biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
Assisting in preparing and organizing training sessions for MSF staff.
Providing programs continuity during supervisor’s absence and handovers; sharing knowledge of

program with incoming staff in a timely, accurate and efficient manner

Context Specific Accountabilities Stock Management and Storage

Ensure proper storage, stock management, and supply processes, as well as hygiene and security procedures, tools, and protocols (including controlling pests and rodents) to maintain good storage conditions (temperature, humidity, and light exposure), in accordance with MSF protocols and national regulations, and in cooperation with the Supply Department (TBC).
Manage and replenish all stocks in Emergency Kits, and boxes within the project, ensuring close monitoring of expiry dates.
Carry out regular inventories of pharmacy stock – both during emergency and non-emergency period.
Ensure appropriate storage of all items in the Warehouse and pharmacy in collaboration with supply team.
In collaboration with supply team maintain cold chain and promptly report abnormalities.
Timely report-missing materials, damage, or theft.

Ordering, Supply, and Replenishment

Prepare Internal Requests (IRs) for field stock refills whenever needed, and send them to the supply team after obtaining approval from the Project Medical Referent/Medical Team Leader (PMR/MTL).
Ensure appropriate delivery, reception, and recording of local orders, in close collaboration with the supply department.
Prepare orders of the different consumption units (departments and other units), ensuring proper packaging and dispatching.
Give timely advice on orders of medical and drug materials for the project to ensure efficient and appropriate consumption patterns.
Ensure effective and efficient supply to the intervention team during emergency respone based on the scenarios in the project Plan or other units managed/supported by MSF OCA Gummi Project during non-intervention period according to orders and available stocks, while maintaining the cold chain when necessary.

Dispensing and Distribution

Dispense drugs to patients according to medical prescriptions either during emergency response or non-emergency response.
Issue medical supplies to relevant units and provide information on keeping conditions to sustain their functional and therapeutic potency.
Support in the day-to-day management of the pharmacy store in Gummi project during non- emergency periods. This includes the preparation of orders for different consumption units, dispensing of medication/medical materials, and consumption tracking of the dispensed medications.

Consumption Tracking and Reporting

Support the Project pharmacy supervisor in forecasting future needs to rationalize the budget and ensure drug availability.
Keep updated records of items received and issued into the pharmacy stock as well as support the Pharmacy Supervisor in Gummi Project in the same function during non-emergency periods.
Report any anomalies or changes in consumption patterns to the pharmacy supervisor.
Inform the pharmacy supervisor.as soon as any stock reaches the alert limit.

Documentation and Record-Keeping

Ensure correct entries on the stock cards and software.
Update stock files regularly and inform line managers on their status (shortfalls, over-stocking, expiry dates), in order to maintain secure stock levels.
Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

REQUIREMENTS (QUALIFICATIONS)

To apply for this role, Applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

Education       Qualified pharmacist technician
Experience      Experience collaborating with local pharmacy systems (MoH and private) is an asset Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting
Languages      Mission language essential; local working language would be an asset
Knowledge     Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel
Competencies Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and cooperation, Flexibility, Commitment to MSF principles and Stress Management.

APPLICATION PROCESS

-Please use this link: https://cutt.ly/utvK2Sh3 to submit your application form.

-To complete your application, please email your Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary credentials as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to gummi- jobs@oca.msf.orgwith the subject of the email – PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

-Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

-Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.

Notes:

The deadline for the position is 9th February 2026 (5:00 PM)
Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted. If you do not hear from us within a month, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion
No Transportation and/or Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.
No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected
By submitting your application, you consent to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) using your personal data only for purposes related to the recruitment process. The information collected is necessary to assess and validate the application to select the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially and destroyed after 12 months. Only MSF staff directly involved in the recruitment process have access to your data. MSF does not sell or share your data with third parties under any circumstances.

MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.

Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.