Project Pharmacy Manager Job at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Apply Now

Are you an experienced pharmacist looking for an opportunity to make a difference in humanitarian healthcare? Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is hiring a Project Pharmacy Manager to oversee pharmacy-related activities in its Abuja, Nigeria project area.

This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to work with a globally recognized medical humanitarian organization.

Job Overview

Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Humanitarian Healthcare / NGO / Medical
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in a related position

Scope of Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The Project Pharmacy Manager will be responsible for coordinating and managing all pharmacy-related activities, ensuring proper drug supply, stock management, and compliance with MSF protocols and national regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all pharmacy-related activities in the project area.
Manage staff training, development, and supervision within the pharmacy unit.
Ensure compliance with MSF protocols, quality standards, and national drug laws.
Plan and coordinate pharmaceutical logistics, including ordering, supply, and storage of medicines.
Monitor drug stock levels and manage stock to prevent shortages, overstocking, or expired medications.
Maintain hygiene, security, and pest control measures for pharmacy storage.
Support antibiotic stewardship, drug reconciliation, and safe medication practices.
Ensure the cold chain system is functioning correctly for sensitive medical supplies.
Maintain accurate drug consumption and prescription reports.
Act as MSF’s focal person for NAFDAC regulations, ensuring pharmaceutical legal compliance.
Participate in pharmaceutical meetings, training, and external audits.
Support the supply team in warehouse inventory and medical item requests.
Manage narcotic and psychotropic medications, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Cover for mission pharmacist duties during leave or absence.

Minimum Requirements

Education

✔ Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification).

Experience

✔ At least 2 years in a relevant pharmaceutical role (NGO or humanitarian experience is an advantage).
✔ Previous experience in MSF or other NGOs is an added benefit.

Languages

✔ Fluency in English (both written and spoken).

Technical Skills & Competencies

✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
✔ Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
✔ Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Why Work with MSF?

Be part of a globally recognized humanitarian organization.
Work in a dynamic and impactful role, ensuring life-saving medications reach those in need.
Gain experience in medical supply chain management within an NGO setting.
Contribute to public health and humanitarian response efforts in Nigeria.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, cover letter, updated pharmacy license, ID, and reference contacts to:

📧 msfch-nigeria-recruitment@geneva.msf.org

📌 Use the subject line: "PROJECT PHARMACY MANAGER – ABUJA"

🔗 Apply Online

📅 Application Deadline: Not specified – Apply ASAP!

Important Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Incomplete applications will be automatically discarded.
MSF is an equal-opportunity employer – both men and women are encouraged to apply.
No monetary transactions or favors are required for recruitment. Any form of solicitation will be reported.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified pharmacist to make a meaningful impact in humanitarian healthcare. Apply today and join MSF in saving lives! 🚀