Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes. An emerging Pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country level.
In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative - and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.
SFH is desirous of creating a pool of talented candidates - Early Career Professionals. Candidates will be tested and screened, and successful candidates will be invited to interviews for suitable positions that arise over the course of the year.
Applications are invited for:
Title: 2023 Talent Pool Recruitment Programme (Pharmacist) - Early Career Professionals
Job ID: sfh-81757 Location: Across Various Locations, Nigeria
Employment type: Full-time
Category: Programs
Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP)
SFH is looking for talented young people with a track record of academic excellence to join our vibrant workforce under our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP).
We seek people who are analytical, problem solvers, self-motivated, achievement oriented, innovative and who can think ‘outside-the-box’ to cope with the ever-changing business environment.
We invite applications from people who are interested in building a career with SFH and who demonstrate the potential to move up the career ladder quickly to assume leadership positions in the future.
Requirements
Interested candidates must:
Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional delivery
Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills
Be innovative and creative
Have a minimum of 5 O' level credits (including English & Mathematics) at ONE sitting
Have graduated from the University with a degree in Pharmacy (Bachelor of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Services/Doctor of Pharmacy)
Have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme
Possess a minimum of 2 years and maximum of 5 years post NYSC experience; especially with HIV prevention, care and treatment services or primary health care services
Possess a proven record of working in a multi-disciplinary environment and implementing health projects conducted with disease control programmes in low-income countries
Valid practicing licence from Pharmacists Council of Nigeria for 2022
Must be computer literate and proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite at the minimum. Other computer skills will be of added advantage
Skills and Competencies Required:
Patient counselling
Adherence to professional ethics
Accuracy in dealing with prescription.
Proficiency at using Microsoft office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Excellent analytical and report writing skills
Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes
Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion
Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
What We Offer
We provide a structured learning process that supports your career development through our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP) which provides structured learning, hands-on experience, and the best performance management tools to enable the candidates learn and grow essential competencies for success in the NGO world.
You will also be joining an organisation that provides opportunity for collaboration across all strata of the organisation and supports the establishment of your professional reputation in the social development sector.
Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.