Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International Pharmaceutical Technicians Jobs in Tanzania

Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International Pharmaceutical Technicians Jobs in Tanzania


Job Description

  • Join us in our efforts to end the HIV epidemic in Tanzania.

  • Be part of the winning team to advance global health and save the lives of people living with HIV. .

    Primary Duties and responsibilities

    • Work closely with the Medical Stores Department (MSD) to monitor stock of all HIV related commodities in the region.

    • Provide technical assistance in implementation of pharmacy module data abase.

    • Work with Regional and Council Health Management Teams (RHMT and CHMT) to ensure availability of needed commodities to all sites in the region.

    • Coordinate distribution as needed for medication purchased by HJFMRI for gap filling throughout the supported region.

    • Coordinate trainings within the region for RHMT, CHMT and facility staff on commodity management.

    • Provide direct on-job training to facility staff in commodity management through participation in supportive supervision and mentorship activities.

    • Provide technical assistance to other HJFMRI regional team members in commodity management and pharmacoviligance related issues.

    • Working with HJFMRI regional team, RHMT, and MSD, to monitor adverse drug reactions throughout the region.

    • Stay in close communication with HJFMRI HQ Pharmacy Advisor by updated him/her on regional commodity status and adverse drug reactions on a monthly basis.

    • Continuously assess medical and community partner’s needs and advise the program on areas to build capacity.

    • Collaborate with partners to develop their annual work plans and budget prior to the submission to the central HJFMRI office.

    • Monitor implementation of pharmacy and commodity related activities in the partners’ approved work plans and budgets.

    • Collaborate with Regional Laboratory Coordinator
    to ensure laboratory commodities are available all the time.

    • Maintain a positive working relationship with RHMT and CHMT members and the MSD.

    • Participate and provide technical assistance in various regional and district HIV related meetings.

    • Work with Pharmacists at the region and district level to ensure appropriate filling and timely submissions of R&R forms to HJFMRI.

    • Any other duties or assignment in the support of the program.

    Qualifications

    • Diploma in Pharmacy

    • At least 2 years of working experience in the pharmaceutical industry

    • Program Management Experience

    • Previous experience in HIV/AIDS Programming highly desired

    • Excellent leadership and managerial skills

    • Track record of data driven decision making

    • Experience working with USG funded programs desirable

    • Ability to travel at least 50% of the time within the region

    • Clear understanding of Tanzanian health structure and systems

    • Diplomatic and culturally sensitive with excellent communications skills

    • Demonstrated initiative, creativity and flexibility in problem solving

    • Fluent in oral and written English

    How to Apply

  • Cover letters and resumes should be sent by mail through post/EMS/DHL/ or any reliable Courier to the
    Human Resources and Administration Manager,
    P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya or
    sent through e-mail to recruitment@wrp.or.tz

    Note

  • To be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE.

  • “CVs should not include any reference to marital status, birthplace, or tribal or religious affiliations.

  • Any CVs containing this information will not be considered for employment”.

  • Applications that are hand-delivered will not be accepted.

  • The deadline for submitting the application is August 31st , 2020.

  • HJFMRI is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.

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