FHI 360 Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2025: Pharmacy Assistant
Position: Pharmacy Assistant
Location: Negele Borena, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: September 10, 2025
Job ID: Requisition - 2025200503
Organizational Overview
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization working to improve lives through locally driven, integrated solutions in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, and technology. With programs in more than 70 countries, FHI 360 is currently responding to humanitarian crises in Tigray, Amhara, Afar, Somali, and Oromia regions of Ethiopia in partnership with Pastoralist Concern (PC).
Position Summary
The Pharmacy Assistant will support health and nutrition programming in East Borena, Oromia Region. Working under the supervision of the Senior Pharmaceutical Officer, the role focuses on managing pharmaceutical warehouses, ensuring proper drug storage and distribution, supporting health facilities, and strengthening pharmaceutical supply chain management in collaboration with the Regional Health Bureau.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage pharmaceutical and medical warehouses, ensuring hygiene, organization, and temperature control.
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Receive, store, and distribute pharmaceuticals according to protocols.
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Ensure proper management of cold chain, expired, or damaged products.
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Maintain accurate records of receipt, storage, and dispatch of medical items.
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Monitor consumption, stock levels, and provide monthly reports.
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Travel to health facilities for supervision, training needs assessment, and data collection.
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Coordinate with logistics to ensure timely procurement and distribution.
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Support safety, compliance, and cost-efficiency in pharmaceutical management.
Required Qualifications
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Education: Associate degree in Pharmacy.
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Experience:
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Minimum 2+ years of experience as a pharmacist.
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Prior experience with humanitarian organizations or donor-funded programs (USAID/BHA preferred).
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Active professional registration as a licensed pharmacist in Ethiopia.
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Knowledge of pharmaceutical databases and Microsoft Office.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Fluency in the local language and good working knowledge of English.
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Willingness to travel and work in challenging field conditions.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong organizational and analytical skills.
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Ability to solve problems and implement corrective measures.
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Sensitivity to cultural and ethical considerations.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Technology Used
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Personal Computer/Laptop
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Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams/Zoom/Skype
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Mobile technology and standard office equipment
About FHI 360
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any legally protected status.
For more information, visit: fhi360.org
📌 Application Deadline: September 10, 2025
👉 Apply directly via the FHI 360 Careers Portal
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