Job Description
Kwale County Public Service Board invites applications from highly qualified, motivated, and ethical professionals to join the Department of Health Services as a Senior Pharmaceutical Technologist – Oncology Services on permanent and pensionable terms. This position offers an opportunity to support specialized cancer treatment services by ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient management of oncology medicines while contributing to improved patient outcomes across the county's healthcare facilities.
The successful candidate will become part of a multidisciplinary oncology team dedicated to delivering quality pharmaceutical care in accordance with national healthcare standards, professional ethics, and established clinical guidelines. The role requires a pharmaceutical professional who possesses excellent technical competence, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety throughout every stage of medication management.
Working within an oncology pharmacy environment demands precision, accountability, and compassion. The successful officer will participate in specialized dispensing processes, medication verification, inventory management, patient education, and collaboration with clinicians involved in cancer treatment. The position also involves maintaining proper documentation, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations, and supporting initiatives that strengthen medication safety and quality assurance within the health facilities.
The ideal applicant should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive patient information. The position requires the ability to work efficiently under pressure, prioritize responsibilities appropriately, and contribute positively to continuous service improvement initiatives within the Department of Health Services.
The County Government is committed to strengthening specialized healthcare services through competent professionals who embrace integrity, innovation, accountability, and excellence in public service. The selected candidate will play a valuable role in promoting rational medicine use, minimizing medication errors, supporting treatment adherence, and enhancing pharmaceutical care for oncology patients.
This appointment provides long-term career stability under permanent and pensionable terms together with opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and participation in quality improvement programs within the public healthcare system. The successful applicant will work in an environment that values teamwork, ethical practice, patient-centered care, and compliance with regulatory requirements established by relevant professional authorities.
Individuals with demonstrated competence in oncology pharmacy practice, strong organizational abilities, and commitment to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical services are encouraged to submit their applications. Kwale County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting qualified professionals who can contribute meaningfully to strengthening healthcare delivery across the county while upholding the highest standards of public service and clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Dispense oncology medicines accurately while strictly adhering to approved treatment protocols and medication safety standards.
- Verify prescriptions to ensure correctness, completeness, and clinical appropriateness before dispensing medicines.
- Provide professional counseling to oncology patients regarding medicine administration, storage, precautions, expected benefits, and possible side effects.
- Educate patients and caregivers on treatment adherence and safe handling of specialized cancer medicines.
- Maintain accurate pharmacy registers, dispensing records, and controlled drug documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Monitor medicine stock levels and recommend timely replenishment to prevent shortages of essential oncology medicines.
- Participate in receiving, checking, storing, and issuing pharmaceutical products using established inventory procedures.
- Ensure proper storage conditions for medicines requiring temperature monitoring and specialized handling.
- Perform regular stock reconciliation and support periodic pharmaceutical inventory audits.
- Report expired, damaged, or obsolete pharmaceutical products following approved disposal procedures.
- Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Participate in medication safety initiatives aimed at reducing dispensing errors and improving patient outcomes.
- Assist in implementing pharmaceutical quality assurance programs within oncology pharmacy services.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety within the pharmacy dispensing area.
- Observe infection prevention and control standards during medicine preparation and dispensing activities.
- Support pharmacovigilance by documenting and reporting suspected adverse drug reactions.
- Promote rational medicine use through professional guidance and evidence-based pharmaceutical practice.
- Ensure confidentiality of patient records and clinical information at all times.
- Prepare routine pharmaceutical reports required by supervisors and relevant authorities.
- Participate in departmental meetings, clinical discussions, and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Guide junior pharmaceutical staff and students during practical learning where applicable.
- Ensure compliance with Pharmacy and Poisons Board regulations and institutional policies.
- Monitor medicine expiry dates and implement first-expiry-first-out inventory practices.
- Participate in emergency response activities involving pharmaceutical services when required.
- Contribute to development and review of pharmacy standard operating procedures.
- Maintain accountability for medicines entrusted under personal responsibility.
- Assist in implementation of digital pharmacy record management systems where available.
- Promote professional ethics and integrity in every aspect of pharmaceutical service delivery.
- Participate in continuous professional development activities to enhance technical competence.
- Perform any other pharmaceutical duties assigned within the Department of Health Services consistent with the position.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized and accredited institution.
- Higher National Diploma (HND) in Oncology Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
- Registration Certificate issued by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
- Valid Pharmacy and Poisons Board Practicing License.
- Demonstrated understanding of oncology pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical regulations.
- Excellent professional ethics and commitment to quality healthcare service.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a complete application on or before Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 4:30 PM. Applications should be enclosed in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for and addressed to: The Board Secretary/CEO Kwale County Public Service Board P.O. Box 4 – 80403 Kwale, Kenya Applications may be sent by post or hand delivered to the Kwale County Public Service Board Offices, located next to Kwale District Hospital and opposite Baraza Park, Kwale Town. Applicants should attach clear copies of: National Identity Card Academic Certificates Professional Certificates School Leaving Certificates Professional Testimonials Valid Pharmacy and Poisons Board Practicing License Pharmacy and Poisons Board Registration Certificate Any additional supporting professional documents relevant to the position Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. Kwale County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified women, persons living with disabilities, and all eligible candidates committed to delivering quality public healthcare services.
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