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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Regente de Farmacia

PharmacyPosted on Nov 8
Full-timeCúcuta, Cucuta, North Santander, ColombiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Technology credential in Pharmacy Regency (Tecnología en Regencia de Farmacia).
  • Current professional license card and active registration in RETHUS.
  • Knowledge of good storage and dispensing practices for pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and technovigilance.
  • Knowledge of regulations concerning medicines, medical devices, and medical supplies.
  • Ability to use pharmaceutical-service software and information systems.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft office tools.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure implementation of IRC protocols, procedures, and standards, Colombian Resolutions 3100 of 2019 and 1403 of 2007, Decree 2200 of 2005, and requirements of the departmental health institute and Colombian Ministry of Health and Social Protection in pharmaceutical services.
  • Coordinate and properly manage the pharmaceutical service and associated activities, including technical receipt, dispensing, storage, control, and rational use of medicines, devices, and medical supplies.
  • Supervise compliance with good practices for dispensing, storage, and distribution of medicines, devices, and medical supplies.
  • Control inventories of medicines, devices, and medical supplies, verifying and ensuring quality, appropriate stock rotation, average monthly consumption, and expiry dates.
  • Ensure compliance with national and organizational quality and safety regulations for pharmaceutical services.
  • Ensure the preparation and updating of procedures and records required for pharmaceutical-service operations in accordance with national and organizational regulations.
  • Coordinate and implement legally and organizationally required pharmacovigilance and technovigilance procedures and strategies.
  • Participate in audits and monitoring of pharmaceutical-service quality targets.
  • Provide technical advice on dispensing medicines and appropriate guidance to users and other health-service areas.
  • Record daily reports of medicines dispensed in patient medical records using the organization's designated software.
  • Coordinate with other health-service areas to improve patient care.
  • Implement recommendations from joint supervision by Pharmaceutical Management and the Senior Health and Quality Officer, ensuring alignment with established regulatory and operational standards.
  • Implement the pharmacovigilance committee monthly.
  • Deliver medicines to clients respectfully and courteously in accordance with prescriptions.
  • Periodically monitor and report project activities, including proper management of donated medicines.
  • Identify and manage grants related to pharmaceutical services, ensuring their correct application at each service point.
  • Contribute to strengthening the workplace climate and the strategic development of the health program, pharmaceutical area, and Supply Chain.
  • Support achievement of each grant's goals and objectives.
  • Complete and submit daily statistics and reports on services and diagnoses provided within the program.
  • Update program databases and ensure appropriate management of external and internal referrals, maintaining effective referral indicators in the database.
  • Complete required forms and collect organizational information, ensuring that data is accurate and complete.
  • Keep records and documents up to date and collaborate with other departments to obtain needed information and meet deadlines.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks established by municipal, departmental, national, and organizational authorities.
  • Carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor to strengthen and develop the organization's programs in intervention areas.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least one year of experience in pharmaceutical services in healthcare establishments.
  • Experience managing controlled medicines and submitting reports to the National Narcotics Fund (Fondo Nacional de Estupefacientes).

About the Company

International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$500K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1933

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