Pharmacist

Job description

The National Assembly of Zambia invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Pharmacist (x1).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense prescribed medications to patients and provide labelling and instructions for use.
• Ensure prescriptions are filled in compliance with country regulations.
• Verify patient information and prescription details for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide counselling to patients on medication use, side effects and interactions.
• Monitor patients’ medication therapies to ensure effectiveness and safety.
• Work with healthcare providers to develop and optimise medication treatment plans.
• Manage and maintain pharmacy inventory, ensuring medications are stored correctly and within expiry dates.
• Order and stock pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with SOPs.
• Forecast and budget for annual pharmaceutical supplies and medications.
• Conduct regular audits to prevent theft and ensure accurate inventory records.
• Ensure compliance with ZAMRA and HPCZ regulations regarding medication dispensing and pharmacy operations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of medications dispensed and patient interactions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy.
• Full registration and valid Practising Licence from the Health Professions Council of Zambia.
• Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia.
• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience.

Application Procedure

All qualifications must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA). Applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, clearly indicating three traceable referees including their contact details, should be submitted and addressed to:

The Hon. Madam Speaker
National Assembly
Parliament Buildings
P.O. Box 31299
Lusaka

Closing Date: 4th September 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.