Assistant Technical Officer - Pharmacy
Quick answer
FHI 360 is hiring an in-office Assistant Technical Officer - Pharmacy in Damasak, Borno State, paying USD 7,160-$8,500 annually to support pharmacy services and medical commodity management for humanitarian health programs.
- Role
- Assistant Technical Officer - Pharmacy
- Organization
- FHI 360
- Location
- Damasak, Borno State
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- USD 7,160 - 8,500 annual gross salary
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Assistant Technical Officer - Pharmacy will support FHI 360’s health and nutrition interventions in Damasak, Borno State. The role focuses on dispensing medications, maintaining accurate pharmacy records, and ensuring proper storage and quality control of medical commodities. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care to vulnerable populations affected by the IDP crisis.
What you'll do
- Dispense prescribed medications to in-patients and out-patients while providing medical advice.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, store records, and conduct routine quality control audits.
- Prepare extemporaneous medicaments such as mixtures, lotions, and ointments.
- Ensure proper storage, issuance, and infection prevention standards for all drugs.
- Collaborate with M&E teams to collect baseline project data and submit periodic reports.
What it takes
- Sound knowledge of inventory control systems and medical commodity logistics.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa.
- Experience in health systems strengthening and pharmaceutical legislation.
- Strong computer skills and ability to manage high-volume workloads.
- Understanding of Kanuri language is considered an asset.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive benefits package, professional development, and policies supporting work/life balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this role is an in-office position based in Damasak, Borno State.
What is the compensation for this role?
The expected annual gross salary range is USD 7,160 to 8,500, depending on experience and internal equity.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need experience in health commodity logistics, pharmacy inventory management, and proficiency in English and Hausa.
Does FHI 360 perform background screenings?
Yes, all offers are subject to screening checks including reference, criminal record, and terrorism finance checks, as well as the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
How to apply
Apply directly on FHI 360's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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