Background

King Faisal Hospital, Rwanda, “A center of excellence in health service provision, clinical education and research”.

This is an exciting time for King Faisal Hospital, Rwanda as we embrace a new strategic direction.

The hospital has continued to grow due to its positive reputation for authentic compassionate health care and highly skilled medical practitioners, especially in specialized surgical and medical services.

King Faisal Hospital Kigali is looking for suitable candidate to fill the following positions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (A0) in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a complex hospital or healthcare setting.
• Must be registered with a relevant professional regulatory body and possess a valid license to practice.

Skills and Abilities

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong organizational and managerial skills, capable of overseeing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, with a results-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and meet targets and tight deadlines.

• Ensure accurate dispensing processes so that the correct patient receives the correct medication regimen.
• Supervise Dispensing Technicians and oversee the work of interns and students.
• Maintain and enforce secure storage and controlled handling of narcotics and psychotropic substances in compliance with Ministry of Health regulations.
• Facilitate effective communication with clinical staff and patients regarding medication use, side effects, interactions, and administration methods.
• Support the development and monitoring of patient medication databases, including medical histories and concurrent drug use.
• Implement all clinical and technical procedures as directed by the Pharmacy Directorate.
• Collaborate with the Director of Pharmaceutical Services and the Chief Pharmacist on strategic planning and service development.
• Assist in maintaining a hospital drug formulary in coordination with clinicians and administrators.
• Ensure compliance with all pharmacy-related hospital policies and procedures.
• Uphold infection prevention, health and safety standards, and security protocols within the pharmacy.
• Monitor drug and pharmaceutical supply and demand to prevent stockouts or overstocking.
• Apply material management techniques for efficient procurement and utilization of medications and medical sundries.
• Monitor the physical pharmacy infrastructure to ensure its safety and integrity (e.g., fire alarms, security systems).
• Ensure all medications are correctly labeled with clear and accurate instructions.
• Support systems that allow for emergency medication access after pharmacy hours.
• Facilitate rapid acquisition of non-formulary or urgently needed medications.
• Assist in coordinating and evaluating comprehensive staff training programs, including induction, mandatory training, and ongoing professional development aligned with clinical governance.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong organizational and managerial skills, capable of overseeing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, with a results-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and meet targets and tight deadlines.

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (A0) in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with a relevant professional regulatory body and possess a valid license to practice.