Pharmacy Officer

Pharmacy Officer (Only South Sudanese nationals to apply

The Pharmacy officer will perform a variety of support activities to coordinate pharmaceutical services in a primary health care centre with other health units, or provide pharmaceutical services in the operation of a pharmacy under the guidance of primary health care supervisor. He or she shall directly supervise the dispensers in all the clinics and ensures that that stock are up to date. The post holder will build capacity for the integration of Medical services within the various sectors of SC activity and support provision of direct Medical services for individuals with high needs.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy, Certificate in related field with long term experience
• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Computer knowledge is desirable for this position.
• Proven capacity to train, supervise,
• Practical experience in pharmaceutical
• Clinical Officer/ nurse with good background managing the PHC drugs supply
• Working experience as Pharmacist with International Organization and Local NNGO
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Fluent in basic/Juba Arabic and Other Local Languages

Desirable

• Knowledge of local languages including Arabic.
• Working experience in insecure and multicultural diverse setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills, ethical sensitivity and ability to empathise with children, youth and the entire community

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Location: Akobo East & Akobo West Walgak, South Sudan

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://southsudan.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.