Duties: Successful candidates will be expected to: (i) procure pharmaceutical supplies ensuring stock availability ; (ii) plan and manage the utilization of medicines as per set protocols; (iii) set and monitor the functioning of drug and therapeutic committee; (iv) develop departmental policies and procedures aligned to the national pharmaceutical policies and legislation including quality control; (v) review and approve budget estimates for submission to the Director (vi) develop educational materials for the UB community on medicines, interactions, side effects, etc. (vii) Collaborate with strategic partners, local and international agencies/bodies on technical cooperation. (viii) Supervise subordinates and monitors their progress through the performance management system (ix) prepare reports on services provided (x) and attend to any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements: Candidates should have: (i) Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent (ii) Master’s Degree will be an added advantage. (iii) At least five years’ experience working in a Medical Pharmacy or working in a District and or National Referral Hospital, one (1) of the five (5) years should be at Managerial level; (iv) Work in a tertiary institution will be an added advantage
Qualities: Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with students, staff and family members. Ability to work independently to manage multiple priorities, computer literacy.
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: Letters of applications stating qualifications, experience and other relevant information (including telephone, telex, telefax and email) as well as a current CV certified true copies of educational and professional certificates, transcripts, two reference letters and names of two referees should be addressed to: The Human Resources Manager, Appointments and Administration (Support), University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, GABORONE, Telephone: 267 355 2040/5731. Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted at Block 108 Office No 205 (108/205).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
CLOSING DATE: 9th March 2020