Superintendent Pharmacist
Responsibilities:
Regulatory Liaison & Representation:
Act as the company's designated professional liaison with the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) and other relevant health regulatory authorities, including NAFDAC, where applicable.
Coordinate regulatory engagements, inspections, correspondence, and compliance activities.
Keep management informed of relevant regulatory requirements and changes affecting pharmacy operations.
Licensing & Compliance:
Coordinate the acquisition, renewal, and maintenance of all required pharmacy licences, premises registrations, and regulatory certificates.
Ensure the validity and proper documentation of practising licences and other required credentials for pharmacists.
Maintain accurate regulatory records and documentation.
Coordinate regulatory inspections and ensure identified compliance issues are promptly addressed.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):
Develop, review, update, and implement company-wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering: Pharmaceutical procurement, receiving and inspection of medicines, Storage and inventory management, Dispensing and patient care, Handling of prescription-only medicines, Pharmaceutical waste and disposal, and Controlled and regulated medicines management
Ensure pharmacy staff understand and consistently comply with approved SOPs.
Periodically review SOPs to ensure continued relevance and compliance.
Professional & Ethical Oversight:
Ensure all pharmacy operations are conducted within applicable legal, regulatory, and professional standards.
Monitor pharmacy outlets for compliance with professional and ethical requirements.
Conduct or coordinate periodic compliance audits and inspections.
Monitor the pharmaceutical procurement chain to reduce the risk of counterfeit, falsified, expired, or substandard medicines entering the business.
Promote a culture of patient safety, professional integrity, and regulatory compliance.
Controlled Medicines & Regulated Products:
Provide professional oversight of the procurement, storage, dispensing, documentation, and reporting of controlled drugs and other regulated pharmaceutical products.
Ensure appropriate registers and records are accurately maintained.
Monitor compliance with applicable requirements relating to narcotics, controlled substances, and regulated chemicals.
Ensure mandatory reports and regulatory documentation are completed and submitted as required.
Requirements:
B.Pharm or Pharm.D from a recognized institution.
Must be duly registered with the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN).
Must possess a valid practising licence and meet applicable requirements for appointment as Superintendent Pharmacist.
Relevant experience in community pharmacy, retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical operations, or regulatory compliance is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations, professional ethics, licensing, and pharmaceutical compliance.
Excellent leadership, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
High level of integrity, accountability, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with pharmacists, pharmacy staff, management, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.
Benefits:
Professional working environment
Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a structured pharmacy business
Leadership responsibility in regulatory and professional compliance
Location: NTA Road, Majesty Estate, Opposite Dominion City, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Remuneration: NGN 250,000
Application Deadline: 30th September 2026