Lead, Pharmaceuticals & Therapeutics at a Visionary Healthcare Management Organization - Deloitte Human Capital Consulting

Deloitte Human Capital Consulting - Our client is a visionary healthcare management organization at the forefront of modernizing and elevating secondary healthcare delivery in Imo State, Nigeria. Recently reconstituted to enhance operational efficiency and administrative excellence, this dynamic institution is committed to ensuring that residents across the state have access to affordable, high-quality healthcare services. By leveraging innovative management practices and strategic oversight, they are reshaping the landscape of public healthcare, fostering an environment where both patients and healthcare professionals thrive.

As part of their ambitious growth and transformation agenda, they are recruiting passionate, skilled, and forward-thinking professionals to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead, Pharmaceuticals & Therapeutics

Location: Owerri, Imo
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Lead, Pharmaceuticals & Therapeutics is responsible for overseeing the strategic management of pharmaceutical services, ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient use of medications across healthcare facilities.
• This role focuses on optimizing drug therapy outcomes, managing formulary development, and promoting evidence-based pharmaceutical practices.
• By collaborating with healthcare providers and pharmacy teams, the Lead enhances patient care quality, medication safety, and cost-effective therapeutic solutions.
• The position is pivotal in aligning pharmaceutical services with organizational goals and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement pharmaceutical policies, formularies, and clinical guidelines to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication use.
• Oversee medication management processes, including procurement, storage, distribution, and usage, to maintain compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Lead initiatives to promote rational drug use, minimize medication errors, and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based pharmaceutical care.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, pharmacy teams, and administrative staff to integrate pharmaceutical services with clinical pathways and patient care plans.
• Monitor pharmaceutical trends, drug utilization patterns, and therapeutic outcomes, using data to drive continuous improvement in pharmacy services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Pharm) in Pharmacy; a Master’s degree (MSc, PharmD, or MBA in Healthcare Management) is highly desirable.
• Professional certification in clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutical management, or a related specialty (e.g., BCPS, CPP) is an advantage.
• 6–10 years of experience in pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, or pharmaceutical management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or strategic role.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, drug therapy management, and healthcare quality standards.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven ability to drive innovation and collaboration in pharmaceutical services.
• Must be a resident of Imo State or open to relocation.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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