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The Vihiga County Government is located in the Western Region of Kenya, with its headquarters in Mbale. It borders Nandi to the East, Kisumu County to the South, Siaya County to the West, and Kakamega County to the North. As a key administrative body in the former Western Province, Vihiga County serves a population of 612,000 across its five constituencies: Luanda, Emuhaya, Hamisi, Sabatia, and Vihiga.
The County Government is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce and actively encourages applications from People Living with Disabilities, Youth, and Women.
Pharmaceutical Technologist II - 4 Posts – Vihiga County Government
Company Overview
The Vihiga County Government serves a population of 612,000 in Western Kenya. Headquartered in Mbale, it is committed to providing public services and promoting equal opportunity employment, encouraging diversity in its workforce.
Job Overview
Location: Vihiga County, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: June 27, 2025
💰 Salary: Not specified
Job Summary
The Pharmaceutical Technologist II at Vihiga County Government will be responsible for the accurate dispensing of drugs, counseling patients on proper drug usage, maintaining comprehensive drug registers, and conducting monthly stock takes. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient and safe pharmaceutical services within the county's healthcare facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- Dispensing of drugs/medicines accurately and safely according to prescriptions.
- Counselling patients on drug usage in a unit pharmacy, providing clear instructions and advice.
- Maintaining books/register of drugs, ensuring all pharmaceutical transactions are properly recorded.
- Stock taking of drugs and medicine on a monthly basis, to manage inventory and prevent stockouts.
- Ensuring proper storage and handling of pharmaceutical products.
- Adhering to all pharmaceutical guidelines, policies, and regulations.
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized and approved institution.
- A registration certificate on enrolment as a pharmaceutical technologist by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) as per the provisions of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board Act, (Cap 244).
- Valid practicing license from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their filled job application forms with copies of their:
✅Employment Form [⇩ Click Here To Download]
✅Detailed Descriptions [⇩ Click Here To Download]
- National Identity/passport
- Academic and Professional certificates
- Current Chapter Six compliance certificates (e.g., KRA Tax Compliance, HELB Clearance, DCI Certificate of Good Conduct, EACC Self-Declaration, CRB Clearance).
Submit these documents to the undersigned on or before June 27, 2025.
Please Note:
- County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer and encourages People Living with Disabilities, Youth, and Women to apply.
- County Public Service Board does not charge any recruitment fee whatsoever. Do Not Pay Money to Fraudsters because Our services are absolutely free.
- Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
- Those with certificates from foreign institutions must have them certified by the relevant authority.