Head of Pharmacies
Healthcare, Pharmacy, Doctors Jobs
- First Mutual Holdings Limited
- Expires 19 May 2026
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
HEAD OF PHARMACIES
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above vacancy that has arisen within First Mutual Health Services.
The Job
Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
• Developing and executing the FM Pharmacies strategy in response to market opportunities
• Overseeing the FM Pharmacies Inventory Management Strategy, including planning inventory replenishment cycles, depth & range analysis of stocks, and developing tailor-made products for customers
• Driving the expansion of the cosmetics range and the chronic drug product portfolio
•Developing key performance indicators (KPls) to drive attainment of financial goals and assisting in crafting strategies to achieve same
• Addressing pharmacy system issues and recommending Hospital Information Systems for efficiency
• Acting as the FM Pharmacies Risk Champion, striking a balance between regulatory compliance and business needs
• Researching the market, regulatory, and compliance ecosystem (PC, MCAZ, HPA, etc.)
• Leading staff training and development, including technical supervision of site pharmacists
• Reporting to the FM Pharmacies Board, particularly on issues of a technical nature
• Ensuring all pharmacy operations comply with relevant regulatory bodies and professional standards
• Educating patients on proper medication use and health practices
Qualifications and Experience
The Person
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degree
• Valid Practicing Certificate with the relevant regulatory authority (e.g., MDPC / Pharmacy Council)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a pharmacy environment, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong understanding of inventory management, supply chain, and pharmaceutical financial metrics
• Excellent business acumen, with the ability to balance regulatory and commercial objectives
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High levels of integrity and attention to detail
• Experience in developing SOPs and clinical protocols is an added advantage
• A postgraduate qualification in Business Management, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management is an added advantage
How to Apply