The Youth’s Assembly for Afghanistan Rehabilitation (YAAR) is a national, non-governmental, and non-profit organization founded in 1994, register no. 157, to deliver humanitarian assistance and support Afghanistan’s long-term recovery. Over the last three decades, YAAR has grown into a capable and community-focused organization with experience working in more than 17 provinces  and implemented multisectoral projects in partnership with UN agencies, INGOs, embassies, and local institutions.

The Pharmacy Officer is responsible for managing pharmaceutical services in the health facility in accordance with Afghanistan Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) regulations and BPHS/EPHS guidelines. The position ensures safe storage, proper dispensing, rational use of medicines, stock management, and accurate reporting of pharmaceutical supplies.

A. Pharmaceutical Service Management

• Dispense prescribed medicines accurately and provide counseling to patients.
• Ensure rational use of medicines according to standard treatment guidelines (STGs).
• Monitor drug interactions and contraindications.
• Supervise pharmacy assistants and storekeepers (if applicable).

B. Stock & Inventory Management

• Maintain updated stock records including electronic systems.
• Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels.
• Prepare monthly drug consumption reports.
• Forecast pharmaceutical needs and submit timely procurement requests.
• Prevent stock-outs, expiries, and wastage.

C. Storage & Quality Assurance

• Ensure proper storage conditions (temperature control, FEFO principle).
• Monitor expiry dates and batch numbers.
• Ensure safe handling of controlled medicines.
• Implement pharmacovigilance reporting when required.

D. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare monthly pharmaceutical reports for management and MoPH.
• Maintain accurate dispensing registers.
• Support audits and donor reporting requirements.

E. Coordination

• Coordinate with Project manager and procurement/logistics team.
• Liaise with PPHD and central medical stores when needed.
• Participate in health facility meetings.

1. Diploma in Pharmacy (from a recognized institute/university approved by Ministry of Higher Education or MoPH).
2. Minimum 5-10 years in pharmacy management, dispensing, or stock control (priority for experience in BPHS/EPHS health facilities, NGO/INGO projects, or government health sector).
3. 2+ years often preferred for roles involving inventory, supply chain, or facility-level support.
4. Knowledge of pharmaceutical management, drug dispensing, inventory tracking, cold chain (if applicable), and basic counseling on medication use.
5. Good mathematical skills for stock calculations and reporting.
6. Proficiency in computing skills (MS Word, Excel for inventory/spreadsheets, basic data entry).
7. Understanding of MoPH/BPHS pharmaceutical guidelines and protocols.
8. Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto (spoken and written).
9. English is an advantage (for reporting or donor documents).

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within YAAR and amongst beneficiaries served by YAAR.

Safeguarding:

It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Please note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and/or interview.

• Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date will not be considered.

• YAAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV and Cover Letter (combined in a single PDF Only file) via email to recruitment@yaar.af

Please clearly mention the Position Title and Vacancy Number in the email subject line (YAAR -GZN-Pharmacy Officer-012-); otherwise, your application will not be considered.