Job Summary

The Pharmacy Assistant supports the effective management and delivery of pharmaceutical services within a health and nutrition project, ensuring the availability, proper storage, and rational use of medicines and nutrition supplies. Working under the supervision of a pharmacist or medical supervisor, the role contributes to maintaining quality standards, preventing stock-outs, and supporting integrated health and nutrition services in line with ECHO requirements and national guidelines.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or with related filed of study

Experience:

• 3 years of experience in Humanitarian sector out of which 2 years of experience in NGO would be a significant asset.

• Previous experience in Pharmacy or Medical Supply Management, preferably in humanitarian or nutrition programs.

Location: Lalibela, North Wollo

Duration of Mission: 6 Months 

Duties and Responsibilities

Pharmacy and Stock Management

• Receive, check, and properly store medicines and nutrition supplies in accordance with standard procedures.

• Maintain accurate stock records (stock cards, bin cards, electronic systems where applicable).

• Monitor stock levels and inform supervisors of low stock or potential stock-outs.

• Ensure First Expiry, First Out (FEFO) principles are applied consistently.

• Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile discrepancies. Coordinate with local health authorities, consortium partners, and other partners to ensure harmonized response efforts

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure proper storage conditions (temperature, humidity, cleanliness) for all pharmaceuticals and nutrition supplies.

• Monitor expiry dates and remove damaged or expired items following disposal procedures.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy store and dispensing area.

• Ensure compliance with national regulations, organizational policies, and ECHO guidelines.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain up-to-date records of stock movements (receipts, issues, losses, adjustments).

• Prepare routine stock and consumption reports (daily, weekly, monthly).

• Support data collection for health and nutrition program reporting.

• Ensure proper filing of all pharmacy-related documents.

Supply Chain Support

• Assist in quantification and forecasting of pharmaceutical and nutrition needs.

• Support timely ordering and follow-up of supplies.

• Coordinate with logistics and program teams to ensure timely delivery and distribution.

• Participate in inventory audits and donor compliance checks.

Coordination and Communication

• Work closely with health and nutrition staff to ensure appropriate use of medicines and supplies.

• Communicate stock status and challenges to supervisors in a timely manner.

Skills & Competencies

• Compliance with safety rules

• Good mastery of Word and Excel

• English, Amharic and other local language

• Knowledge of essential medicines and basic nutrition commodities (e.g., RUTF).

• Familiarity with stock management tools and reporting formats.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in challenging environments and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• IT skills, computer literacy, including database management (beneficiary database, etc).

How To Apply

Interested candidates can apply through www.ethiojobs.net

NB: Only short-listed applicants will be communicated on, and the selection process includes technical test and an interview.

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