AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!

Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees?

If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you!

Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.

AHF’s core values are:

• Patient-Centered
• Value Employees
• Respect for Diversity
• Nimble
• Fight for What’s Right

Please review our Advocacy page for the latest news on how AHF is Fighting for What’s Right! Advocacy News.

Benefits at AHF

AHF offers comprehensive benefits to help our employees do and be their very best! These benefits are intended to enhance employee physical, financial, spiritual and professional health. 

Job Summary:

Pharmaceutical Technologist is to provide technical and management oversight at the clinic.  The major roles are oversight of pharmacy section of Clinic including planning, procurement, and management. He/ She ensures standards of pharmacy practice are upheld in the clinic. This position will be based in Kisii County.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and forecasting for program drugs and other medical supplies
• Receiving and verifying drugs and medical supplies delivered to the central stores
• Participating in the procurement of drugs and medical supplies
• Maintenance of stock, storing and handling it properly.
• Maintaining records, such as pharmacy files, inventories, control records for narcotics and controlled drugs
• Ensuring timely delivery and adequate stocks of drugs and medical supplies are available in the sites
• Reviewing prescriptions to assure accuracy and to evaluate their suitability.
• Providing information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage.
• Dispensing prescriptions and provide additional support to the medical team
• Compile scheduled and ad hoc reports
• Attend and participate in team conferences as requested.
• May act as a team leader to assist with the provision and supervision of patient care.
• Serving as AHFs advocate at the site level
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

• Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized Institution
• A minimum of 3 years working experience of which one must be in HIV related field is required.
• Demonstrable skills in the use of computerized/ electronic Logistics management systems is required.
• Registration by the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• Prior experience treating HIV positive patients and familiarity with current HIV&AIDS, TB management practices and protocols
• Experience in leading a team and building capacity in resource-limited settings will be an added advantage

We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.