Chief Pharmacist – Equity Afya at Equity Bank Kenya

Job Description

Position Overview:

Reporting to the MD, the Chief Pharmacist shall lead pharmaceutical engagements for Equity Afya with a focus on industry and global partnerships, pharmaceutical value chain – global & local pharmaceutical companies, importers and distributors, stakeholders and regulators in the sector.

The holder will also be responsible for coordinating and leading pharma engagements under the wider Equity Health Eco-system; including Equity Insurance, Equity Foundation, and Equity Group.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage end to end supply chain processes for pharmaceutical, nutrition products, medical devices and medical equipment requirements for countries that Equity Afya operate in.
Serve as subject matter expert for drug procurement, medical devices and equipment and service providers related to pharmaceutical regulatory bodies.
Support in the development of processes to ensure compliance related to key supply chain requirements such as quality control, cold chain storage and distribution.
Lead strategic supplier relationship management to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
Taking lead in engagements with the pharmaceutical industry players and partners
Supporting Equity Afya to strengthen, fully centralize and consolidate supply and procurement of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical products across the region.
Ensuring that pharma practice adheres to existing regulations and guidelines of the Pharmacy & Poisons Board (PPB) and other relevant regulators within the region.
Provides linkages between Equity Afya as a provider, and the other arms of healthcare ecosystem within Equity: Equity Insurance, Equity Group Foundation and Equity Group’s Strategy Team
Provide guidance on strengthen existing policies, procedures, rules, and protocols for pharmacy practice within Equity Afya.
Contribute to the development of long-term goals and strategic plans for the pharmacy department.
Develop and implement programs to enhance patient education regarding medications and treatment plans.
Provide leadership in clinical pharmacy services, including medication therapy management (MTM), drug information, and patient counseling.
Monitor and improve medication-use processes to ensure patient safety and optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Establishment of and EQA Formulary for Pharmaceuticals, Non-Pharms, Lab and Other Medical supplies.
Establishment of an EQA Procurement Plan for Pharmaceuticals, Non-Pharms, Lab and Other Medical supplies

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy
Master of pharmacy, MBA, MPH, MSc Health Systems
MSC project planning or PMP an added advantage
Experience in pharmaceutical production/manufacture process
Solid understanding of pharma go-to market strategy, evolving regulatory framework & market trends in Pharma industry
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in industry