Pharmacist

NACOSA is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Pharmacist to support the organisation's clinical programmes, The Pharmacist will provide technical leadership for pharmaceutical services, procurement and supply chain management, ensuring compliance with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) requirements, Global Fund standards and organisational policies. This role will strengthen pharmaceutical systems, support programme implementation and build the capacity of staff and partners. This position can be based in Gauteng / Cape Town THE PHARMACIST ROLE This role requires a professional who has extensive knowledge of pharmaceutical legislation, procurement and supply management, clinical governance, and capacity building within public health programmes. Key Deliverables Include: Review and update pharmaceutical and clinical policies, processes, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice. Lead the procurement of health and non-health products, including procurement planning, supplier management, contract development and the preparation of procurement documentation. Strengthen and implement the Procurement and Supply Management (PSM) Plan to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical legislation, donor requirements and organisational standards. Oversee inventory management, including forecasting, stock monitoring, reconciliation, warehousing, storage and distribution of health commodities at Principal Recipient (PR) and Sub-Recipient (SR) level. Responsible for GPP at all levels ensuring Sub-Recipients are compliant and accurately report their monthly stock levels Manage electronic stock visibility systems and reporting, ensuring the accuracy and reconciliation of manual and electronic stock records. Support quality assurance activities and maintain audit readiness for the Global Fund, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders. Review and update the Health Product List, pharmaceutical training materials and other technical resources to meet programme needs. Provide pharmaceutical oversight and technical support to sub-recipients, including guidance on PrEP implementation, dispensing licences, regulatory compliance and continuous quality improvement. Conduct pharmaceutical compliance assessments and provide mentoring, technical assistance and capacity building to NACOSA staff and implementing partners. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen pharmaceutical systems and ensure the continuous availability of quality-assured health commodities.