The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and density of 682. Administratively, it is divided into twelve sub counties, sixty wards, one hundred and eighty seven Village Units and four hundred Community Administrative Areas. Politically, it comprises of twelve constituencies and sixty wards. The climate in this region is very conducive for many activities including crop and animal production. County Vision A wealthy and vibrant county offering high quality services to its residents County Mission To improve the welfare of the people of Kakamega county through formulation and implementation of all-inclusive multi-sectoral policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre.  An officer at this level will be responsible for dispensing drugs/medicines to patients under supervision of a senior officer. Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –

• Receiving, interpreting, and processing prescriptions;
• Recording prescriptions in a pharmacy unit;
• Pre-packing, repacking and writing instructions on labels;
• Counseling patients on usage of drugs in a pharmacy unit;
• Maintaining drug registers/books; and
• Stock-taking of drugs and medicinal devices on monthly basis.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

• Diploma in either Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent qualification approved by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board from a recognized institution;
• Certificate of Enrollment as a Pharmaceutical Technologist awarded by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB); and
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution