Assistant Pharmaceutical Technologists II Job Rongo University Migori, Kenya

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, one must have: –

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent from recognized medical training institution or any other recognized training institution;
• At least three (3) years post qualification work experience;
• Valid registration certificate from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board; and
• Computer literacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Scrutinize Patients Treatment Sheets and prescriptions for suitability of prescribed drugs in relation to dosing accuracy, drug interaction and route of administration;
• Provide drug information to patients, clinical officer, nurse and other medical staff;
• Timely and accurate posting of dispensed drugs for billing purposes;
• Place orders for stock replenishment to the pharmacy store to maintain optimal stock levels;
• Participate in regular monitoring of drugs for expiry;
• Compound, re-package and dilute drugs according to laid down guidelines;
• Counsel patients appropriately to ensure adherence to drug therapy;
• Participate in stock taking exercise and ensure timely explanation of stock variances;
• Train and supervise pharmaceutical technologists’ interns;
• Enter prescription orders into the computer and making labels appropriately;
• Prepare periodic management reports;
• Receive drugs and verify against the stock transfer printout;
• Perform stock count and stock movement analysis;
• Shelving of items appropriately; and
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to submit two (2) copies of their applications containing copies of the application letters, updated Curriculum Vitae, ALL academic and professional qualifications including transcripts, work experience and other relevant certificates and testimonials. The reference number of the position applied for MUST be indicated on the application letter, the envelope and be addressed to:

Deputy Vice Chancellor,
Administration, Finance & Planning,
P.O. Box 103 – 40404,
RONGO.

For further details and requirements please visit the Rongo University website: www.rongovarsity.ac.ke/vacancies.

Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send reference letters to the above address in sealed envelopes.

Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before Monday 24th August, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Applications received latter than the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.