Pharmacist (Medical Logistic Assistant) at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Abuja Delegation is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy below:

Job Title: Pharmacist (Medical Logistic Assistant)

Location: Abuja

Main Responsibilities

• Provides logistics support to Medical Operations in Nigeria in terms of warehousing and dispatching.
• To provide medical logistics support to ICRC Nigeria operations in accordance with ICRC logistics standards and in respect to Nigeria standard drug protocols.
• Receives, registers and reviews (medical) Orders.
• Conduct monthly inventories, and yearly physical inventory to ICRC specifications.
• Ensures proper storing of items according to pharmaceutical and ICRC requirements, especially regarding cold chain items and controlled drugs.
• Checks conformity of the received goods with the PO (dosage, origin, validated manufacturer)
• Checks that the product corresponds with the Quality Certificates provided by the supplier
• Ensures the safe disposal of expired/ damaged medical items under regulation and accordance to Ministry of Health.
• Visit the field offices and provide technical support and guidance on medical logistics issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy.
• Registration in the Nigeria Pharmacy Council.
• Knowledge of country pharmaceutical market.
• Good knowledge of the country laws regarding drugs and material.
• Good commend of written and spoken English, any local language will be an asset.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.

Personal Requirements:

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work.
• Ability to work independently and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate.
• Team-work oriented with sound communication skills Punctual, reliable, confirmed organizational skills.
• Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries.
• Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes.
• Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and working procedures.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2015.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letters, curriculum vitae's, contact details of three referees to:
Administrator ICRC,
Delegation Abuja,
No 31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.

Note:

• Please clearly indicate "Pharmacist" on the envelope and seal it.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• The ICRC is an impartial, neutral, and independent international humanitarian organization.