The Organization for People’s Health in Action (OPHA) is an independent, non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization dedicated to the development of Afghanistan. OPHA focuses on implementing projects in healthcare, community development, capacity building, and the empowerment of women and youth.

OPHA was established in October 2017, and is officially registered with the Ministry of Economy. The organization is currently delivering essential healthcare services in Paktika province.

For more information, please visit our website: www.opha.org.af

General Responsibilities:

The Pharmacy Manager will oversee all pharmacy-related activities within the HER AF2 and other OPHA`s relater projects, ensuring the effective procurement, storage, distribution, and rational use of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. The role is critical to maintaining quality assurance, compliance with national and international standards, and supporting health service delivery across project sites.

 Key Responsibilities

1. Pharmaceutical Management

• Develop and implement pharmacy management protocols and SOPs.
• Ensure proper selection, quantification, and procurement of medicines and medical supplies.
• Monitor stock levels and prevent stock-outs or overstocking.

2. Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with national drug regulations and WHO standards.
• Monitor expiry dates, storage conditions, and batch tracking.
• Conduct regular audits of pharmacy operations and inventory.

3. Logistics & Supply Chain

• Coordinate with logistics teams for timely delivery of supplies to field sites.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using appropriate software or manual systems.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly stock reports.

4. Capacity Building

• Train and supervise pharmacy staff at HQ and field levels.
• Provide technical support to health facility staff on rational drug use and pharmacovigilance.

5. Coordination & Reporting

• Liaise with UNICEF, WHO , MoPH, and other stakeholders on pharmaceutical matters.
• Prepare and submit timely reports on pharmacy activities, challenges, and achievements.
• Participate in relevant coordination meetings and represent OPHA as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical management, preferably NGO implementing HER AF Project.
• Strong knowledge of Afghan pharmaceutical regulations and international standards.
• Experience with supply chain systems and inventory management tools(IMAT system ).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Has experience of use m-supply database.
• Has knowledge of hybrid procurement management.
• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto; proficiency in English is essential
• The position requires regular travel to provinces for field visits and providing support to project activities.

Others:

• Act according to the policies of OPHA.
• Keep confidentiality with issues related to OPHA.
• Develop Spirit of co-operation and understanding among members of the team.
• Work with honesty and co-operative attitude and keep a high standard of quality.
• All other interdictions are stipulated in the staff regulation and other OPHA policies along with the disciplinary measures and all these policies are part of the staff contract with OPHA.

OPHA upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination by its personnel toward the individuals it serves. Additionally, OPHA is firmly committed to stringent child safeguarding principles.

All personnel, including selected candidates, are expected to fully comply with these standards and principles at all times. As part of OPHA’s commitment to maintaining a safe and ethical work environment, all selected candidates will be subject to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past misconduct related to sexual exploitation and abuse as well as child safeguarding violation and any corrupt practices and corrupt ethics. Candidates may also be required to provide further information throughout the selection process.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to submit their CV with cover letter through the email provide below.

Please write the subject title in email as: Pharmacy Manager, Vacancy No. 2025/104, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Only short listed candidates will be contact for written test/interview and application after closing date will not be considered.

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date.

Submission Email:

jobs@opha.org.af