Assistant Manager: Pharmaceutical Services

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is looking for an Assistant Manager for Pharmaceutical Services at National Head Office, within Non-Communicable Diseases and Support Services. The role coordinates the supply and management of medicines across correctional centres, making sure pharmaceutical products are procured, stored and used safely and in line with regulations. Day to day work includes forecasting demand, monitoring stock levels and consumption trends, checking compliance with pharmacy practice standards, and supporting rational medicine use and patient safety reporting. The successful candidate will also help develop policies and training, advise on pharmaceutical matters, and manage people, budgets, assets and performance information. The salary is R1 137 354 per annum. Applications close on 9 November 2026 at 15:45. Blacks and Whites are encouraged to apply. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, Post 38/15, Ref No: HO 2026/11/24.

Responsibilities

Coordinate procurement of pharmaceutical products; manage pharmaceutical inventory and stock levels; monitor compliance with SAPC requirements and pharmacy regulations; support rational medicine use, pharmacovigilance and clinical interventions; develop and review policies and training material; provide advisory and public health support; manage human resources, finance and assets; manage performance information.

Requirements

A basic qualification accredited by the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration as a Pharmacist, registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist, and at least 5 years of appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist. Candidates must be computer literate, hold a valid driver's licence, and be willing to travel to support service delivery. Strong knowledge of the Pharmacy Act, the Medicines and Related Substances Control Act, national drug policy, good pharmacy practice, SAPC regulations and Office of Health Standards Compliance norms and standards is required, along with skills in quantification, forecasting, procurement, inventory management, data analysis, clinical and pharmaceutical care, risk management, communication, problem solving and stakeholder management.

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