Pharmacist

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ SUNRISE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED

POSITION: PHARMACIST

Location: Lilongwe

OVERVIEW

Sunrise Pharmaceuticals Limited has commenced new operations under new management in Lilongwe and is seeking a qualified and experienced Pharmacist to provide professional pharmaceutical services, ensure safe dispensing of medicines, advise customers and patients, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products.

In the modern healthcare environment, the Pharmacist is not only responsible for dispensing medicines, but also for patient safety, medicine counselling, pharmacovigilance, digital record keeping, stock control, compliance, ethical practice, and supporting the growth of a trusted pharmaceutical business.

Reports To: Pharmaceuticals Manager

Key Responsibilities

Dispense medicines accurately, safely, and professionally in accordance with prescriptions, applicable laws, and pharmacy standards

Review prescriptions to ensure correct dosage, medicine suitability, possible interactions, contraindications, and patient safety

Provide professional advice to customers and patients on medicine use, dosage, side effects, storage, and general health guidance

Ensure that prescription-only medicines, controlled medicines, and other regulated products are handled strictly according to applicable regulations

Maintain proper records of prescriptions, sales, controlled medicines, stock movement, expired items, and regulatory documents

Monitor medicine quality, storage conditions, expiry dates, batch numbers, and cold chain requirements

Support stock control by checking stock levels, identifying slow-moving items, reporting expiries, and recommending reordering needs

Ensure the pharmacy premises are clean, organized, safe, and compliant with professional standards

Report adverse drug reactions, product quality issues, suspected counterfeit products, and medicine safety concerns where required

Work with the Pharmaceuticals Manager to ensure PMRA compliance, licensing standards, inspections, and regulatory readiness

Train and supervise pharmacy assistants, sales staff, and support staff on medicine handling, customer service, and ethical conduct

Maintain confidentiality of patient and customer information at all times

Use pharmacy systems, digital stock records, Excel, and reporting tools to maintain accurate and modern pharmacy operations

Support customer service, business growth, and the professional reputation of Sunrise Pharmaceuticals

Prevent unauthorized dispensing, stock misuse, medicine wastage, expired product sales, and unethical practices

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or equivalent recognized pharmacy qualification

Must be registered or eligible for registration as a pharmacist with the relevant pharmacy regulatory authority in Malawi

Must hold or be able to obtain the required practicing license or professional authorization in accordance with applicable PMRA requirements

Additional training in clinical pharmacy, community pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, pharmaceutical supply chain, or healthcare management will be an added advantage

Required Experience

Minimum of 2 to 4 years' experience as a practicing Pharmacist in a retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, wholesale pharmacy, clinic, pharmaceutical company, or healthcare setting

Experience in community pharmacy, dispensing, stock control, regulatory compliance, and patient counselling is highly preferred

Experience using pharmacy software, inventory systems, digital records, or ERP systems will be an added advantage

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of medicines, dosage, side effects, interactions, and safe dispensing practices

Excellent understanding of pharmacy ethics, patient safety, and professional standards

Good knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and compliance requirements

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication and counselling skills

High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

Good customer service and problem-solving skills

Ability to supervise pharmacy support staff professionally

Strong record-keeping and documentation skills

Good computer skills and ability to use digital pharmacy systems

Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

Performance Expectations

The Pharmacist will be expected to ensure safe and ethical dispensing, maintain accurate records, support compliance, reduce medicine-related risks, improve customer trust, protect product quality, and help Sunrise Pharmaceuticals become a respected and reliable pharmaceutical service provider.

Method of Application

Interested applicants should submit an application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and contact details for three traceable referees to:

Email: sunrisepharmaceuticalsltd@gmail.com

Deadline: 15th July 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.