Vacancy title:
Principal Dispenser

Jobs at:
Kampala Capital City Authority (Kiruddu and Kawempe Hospitals)

Deadline of this Job:
not later than 25th May 2018

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

JOB DETAILS:
Post: Principal Dispenser – 2 Posts
Reference: HRM 72/173/01 KCCA
Salary Scale: U3
Reports to: Hospital Director

Qualifications:

• A Diploma in Pharmacy or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• A Diploma in Management or Administration from a recognized Institution.

Experience: Must have working experience of at least six (6) years, three (3) of which should be at the level of Senior Dispenser.

Requirements
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, budget, monitor and evaluate Dispensing services in the Hospital.
• Prepare quality medicines.
• Dispense medicines to patients according to prescriptions.
• Advise Clinicians and other Health Professionals on prescriptions.
• Advise patients and the community on proper use and storage of medicines.
• Requisition for essential supplies.
• Ensure safe disposal of pharmaceutical waste.
• Ensure that equipment is functional and well maintained.
• Initiate and carry out research.
• Impart knowledge and skills to staff and students.
• Promote observance of the Professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff under him/ her.
• Supervise and appraise staff.
• Manage and account for allocated resources.
• Compile and submit periodic reports.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job application procedure
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Serving Officers to fill vacant posts tenable at Kampala Capital City Authority (Kiruddu and Kawempe Hospitals).

The Application should be filled ONLINE at www.hers.ug  and submitted to the Secretary, Health Service Commission not later than 25th May 2018. The link to the E-recruitment system can also be accessed from the Commission's website on www.hsc.go.ug 

1. Applicants are advised to:

• Complete PSF 3 and keep it for future reference.
•  Secure a scanned passport size photograph (JPEG format).
• Scan only the relevant documents.
• Create an email address in case you do not have.

2. Relevant Documents include the following:

• Academic and professional certificates (UCE, UACE, Professional Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, Fellowships).
• Evidence of training in specialized areas where applicable.
• Letters of appointment, confirmation and promotion where applicable.
• Registration certificates and valid practicing licenses for health workers who are required by law to register with relevant Professional Councils.
• National and current Institutional Identity Cards.
• Priority should be given to uploading only the relevant documents in the job specifications. Shortlisted applicants will have the opportunity to present additional relevant qualifications.

3. Application Process

• Visit the website www.hers.ug  or www.hsc.go.ug  and follow the link to hers.ug
• Study the information about the advert
• Go to “Job seekers login” and register
• View the jobs
• Select one job of choice, APPLY ONLINE and upload all relevant documents and SUBMIT. Detailed guidance on how to apply is provided on the website.

4. It is emphasized that:

• The application should be completed and submitted ONLINE.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring their original certificates, letters of appointment, three copies of completed PSF 3, Registration Certificates and Valid Practicing Licenses, and evidence of active service, at the oral interview.
• Candidates who will present forged certificates shall be handed over to the Police for appropriate action.
• Health Workers who are on long term training (one year and above) must not apply.

5. In case of need, you are advised to seek help from KCCA. In addition, the Health Service Commission will respond to inquiries by telephone on 0414-254378 or 041348501, or email at info@hsc.go.ug , or ers.help@hsc.go.ug 

All services of the Health Service Commission are provided free of charge and equal opportunity is given to all qualified applicants