Pharmacist (2 Posts) at Isiolo County Government in Isiolo, Kenya

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    Pharmacist (2 Posts)

    Isiolo County GovernmentIsiolo, Kenya

    Posted

    5 days ago

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    25 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Entry
    Government & Public Administration
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    To provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care, manage medical commodities and supplies, and ensure safe, rational and effective drug therapy across all county health facilities.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Pharmaceutical Care: Dispense prescription and non-prescription medications and provide patient counseling on dosage, side effects, storage and drug therapy.
    • Supply Chain Management: Handle requisition, receipt, storage, inventory management, distribution and quality control of pharmaceutical products and medical commodities.
    • Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacovigilance: Participate in ward rounds, review treatment charts and monitor and report Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs).
    • Rational Medicine Use: Promote evidence-based prescribing and cost-effective use of medicines among healthcare providers.
    • Compounding & Repackaging: Prepare specialized pharmaceutical formulations and repackage bulk medications according to SOPs.
    • Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise Pharmaceutical Technologists, support staff and interns.
    • Data Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of drug consumption and controlled drugs and prepare routine pharmacy reports.
    • Compliance: Ensure adherence to national pharmacy laws, Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) guidelines and public health regulations.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from an institution recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
    • Certificate of successful completion of a one-year professional internship from a recognized institution.
    • Certificate of Registration as a Pharmacist from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
    • Valid Annual Practicing License from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
    • Proficiency in computer applications and hospital management systems.
    • Must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
    • Must provide clearances from EACC, DCI, KRA, HELB and CRB.
    • Strong knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics and pharmaceutical supply chain management.
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication and patient counseling skills.
    • High level of integrity, ethics and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
    • Application Criteria: Applicants must furnish the Board with their applications copies of the following documents: Copy of the national identify card; Certified Copies of academic and professional certificates; Detailed Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for; Copy of Pharmacist from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board Registration Certificate and Current Practicing License; Fulfill the requirement of chapter (6) six of the constitution of Kenya listed in Part A.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Pharmacy

    Field of Study

    Pharmacy

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Applications clearly marked should reach the undersigned by close of business on or before 25th August 2026. The Secretary/CEO County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 224 - 60300, Isiolo. Or hand delivered to the County Public Service Board Offices along Isiolo Law courts road opposite Al Ansar playground. Visit the application link provided on this page to submit your application.

    Show Your Pharmacy Precision in Every Document

    County health facilities run on tight drug budgets and strict PPB rules. Hiring panels for this role will look for proof that you can handle both clinical care and commodity management without cutting corners.

    1. Lead with your PPB registration: Make your registration number and practicing license impossible to miss on your CV. Put them right under your name so the panel sees you are already cleared to practice. If you have a current license, say so clearly.

    2. Show your internship experience: Describe what you did during your one-year internship, not just where you were. Mention specific wards, drug categories, or reporting tasks you handled. For example, note if you managed controlled drug registers or did ward rounds.

    3. Prove your supply chain skills: County facilities struggle with stockouts and expiries. Give a concrete example of how you tracked inventory, forecasted needs, or reduced wastage. Even a small project during internship counts.

    4. Prepare for pharmacovigilance questions: Be ready to explain how you would detect and report an adverse drug reaction. Review the ADR reporting form and know the steps. Mention any case you encountered or simulated.

    5. Highlight your computer skills: Many county facilities use electronic medical records and inventory systems. List the specific software you know, like KEMSA's system or any hospital management tool. If you are strong in Excel, say so.

    6. Get your Chapter Six documents ready: The posting requires clearances from EACC, DCI, KRA, HELB, and CRB. Start these applications early because they take time. Have them ready to attach with your application.

    7. Practice patient counseling scenarios: You will be asked how you explain dosage or side effects to a patient. Prepare a clear, simple explanation for a common drug like amoxicillin. Show you can speak plainly and with empathy.

    8. Show you can work in a team: County facilities are multidisciplinary. Give an example of when you worked with nurses, doctors, or other pharmacists. Emphasize your communication and respect for other roles.

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    pharmacist
    pharmaceutical care
    supply chain
    pharmacovigilance
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