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Locum Pharmacy Professionals
CIC Insurance Group
Job at a glance
- Employer
- CIC Insurance Group
- Position
- Locum Pharmacy Professionals
- Location
- Kenya
- Contract
- Locum assignment
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years in retail pharmacy
- Education
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
- Salary
- Not stated in the advert
- Application deadline
- 25 October 2026
- Posted on VacancyKE
- 21 October 2026
VacancyKE summary
CIC Insurance Group is hiring Locum Pharmacy Professionals to support CIC Pharmacy operations across Kenya. You will handle medication dispensing, patient counselling, and inventory management while ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical laws.
What stands out about this opportunity
- Deadline: Close of business 25 October 2026
- Role involves insurance claim review and wellness program coordination
- Open to external candidates only
What’s offered
- Opportunity to work within an integrated healthcare and insurance environment.
- Exposure to clinical and operational aspects of healthcare delivery.
Key responsibilities
- Dispense prescription medications accurately and identify potential drug interactions or contraindications.
- Prepare and compound pharmaceutical products as per prescriptions.
- Monitor pharmaceutical inventory to prevent shortages and ensure proper storage conditions.
- Assist in procurement and restocking of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Provide comprehensive medication counselling on usage, side effects, and OTC products.
- Coordinate wellness initiatives like CIC Dawa Mlangoni and CDM program for timely drug delivery.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and prescribers to optimise patient care and clarify issues.
- Review pharmacy claims and provide technical support for insurance billing.
Who should apply?
Registered pharmacists with at least two years of retail experience who seek flexible locum roles combining clinical care with insurance claim support.
Key requirements
- Pharmacy and Poisons Board registration
- Valid practising licence
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
- 2+ years retail pharmacy experience
- Flexibility for shift work
Nice to have
- A bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy is an added advantage.
What you should know
- This is a locum assignment requiring flexibility for assigned shifts.
- Applications are open to external candidates only.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; no response by 30 November 2026 means unsuccessful.
- Submit resume/CV and certificates as one PDF file (max 20 MB).
How to apply
- Apply via https://careers.cicinsurancegroup.com/
- Clearly indicate 'Locum Pharmacy Professionals' as the position applied for.
- Complete the online form with personal details, qualifications, and experience.
- Upload required documents before submitting.
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Original employer advertisement
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The employer’s advert
About Us
CIC Insurance Group is a leading insurance and financial services organization with more than five decades of experience helping individuals, families, and organizations achieve financial security.
We have grown into a dynamic Group offering life, general, micro insurance, asset management, and investment solutions, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Malawi, and are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Our tagline, “We Keep Our Word,” reflects our unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering on our promises to our clients, partners, and communities.
CIC Group is passionate about innovation, digital transformation, and inclusive insurance solutions that meet the evolving needs of cooperatives, SMEs, corporates, and individuals. By joining us, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial protection across Africa.
About the Role
We are seeking pharmacy professionals for locum assignments to support CIC Pharmacy’s daily operations, maintain efficient workflows, and deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Dispensing & Preparation
• Accurately interpret and dispense prescription medications in compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Identify and address potential drug interactions, contraindications, and adverse effects.
• Prepare and compound pharmaceutical products as per prescriptions.
Inventory Management:
• Monitoring and managing pharmaceutical inventory to prevent shortages and overstocking.
• Ensure proper storage conditions for medications, adhering to safety and quality assurance standards.
• Assist in the procurement and restocking of pharmaceutical supplies.
Patient Counselling:
• Provide clear and comprehensive medication counselling, including proper usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Educate patients on over-the-counter medications, supplements, and general health concerns.
• Promote adherence to prescribed medication regimens for better therapeutic outcomes.
• Offering advice on over-the-counter products, supplements, and health- related concerns.
Health and Wellness Promotion:
• Coordination and management of wellness initiatives such as CIC Dawa Mlangoni and the CDM program through timely drug delivery.
Collaboration with Healthcare Professionals:
• Collaborating with service providers to optimize patient care.
• Communicating effectively with prescribers to clarify and discuss medication-related issues.
• Review and provide technical support on pharmacy prescriptions and such claims
Customer Service:
• Ensuring a positive and welcoming environment for customers.
• Addressing customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Resolving issues related to medication availability, insurance, and prescription refills.
Compliance and Recordkeeping:
• Ensuring compliance with all pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records and prescription files.
• Participating in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Continuing Education:
• Staying informed about new drugs, treatments, and healthcare trends.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development.
• Participating in continuing education programs to maintain and enhance professional competence.
Who We’re Looking For
Essential Knowledge/Skills and Experience Required:
• A minimum Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from an institution recognised by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board is required; a bachelor’s degree is an added advantage.
• Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board with a valid practising licence
• Minimum of 2 (two) years relevant experience in a retail Pharmacy Operations
• Flexibility and availability to work assigned shifts, as agreed for each locum engagement.
Key Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical laws and regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Proficiency in medical software and inventory management systems
• Analytical & problem – solving
• Proficiency in service and billing insurance claims
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Us?
Joining CIC Insurance Group as a Locum Pharmacy Professional offers a unique opportunity to apply your pharmaceutical expertise within an integrated healthcare and insurance environment. In this role, you will go beyond traditional dispensing by contributing to medication safety, claims support, inventory optimization, and wellness initiatives that directly improve patient outcomes. You will work collaboratively with healthcare providers and insurance teams, gaining exposure to both clinical and operational aspects of healthcare delivery. If you are passionate about patient care and continuous learning in a fast-paced setting, CIC provides a dynamic platform to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on accessible and quality healthcare services. If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready and flexible to execute the above mandate, strictly apply through:
https://careers.cicinsurancegroup.com/ clearly indicating the position being applied for.
The application should reach us by close of business on 25th October, 2026 . Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30 th November, 2026 consider your application unsuccessful.
CIC Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not solicit or require any form of payment for employment opportunities.
N/B: This job advert is open to external candidates.
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CIC Insurance Group is a leading insurance and financial services organization with more than five decades of experience helping individuals, families, and organizations achieve financial security.
We have grown into a dynamic Group offering life, general, micro insurance, asset management, and investment solutions, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Malawi, and are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Our tagline, “We Keep Our Word,” reflects our unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering on our promises to our clients, partners, and communities.
CIC Group is passionate about innovation, digital transformation, and inclusive insurance solutions that meet the evolving needs of cooperatives, SMEs, corporates, and individuals. By joining us, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial protection across Africa.
About the Role
We are seeking pharmacy professionals for locum assignments to support CIC Pharmacy’s daily operations, maintain efficient workflows, and deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care.
Key Responsibilities
Medication Dispensing & Preparation
• Accurately interpret and dispense prescription medications in compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Identify and address potential drug interactions, contraindications, and adverse effects.
• Prepare and compound pharmaceutical products as per prescriptions.
Inventory Management:
• Monitoring and managing pharmaceutical inventory to prevent shortages and overstocking.
• Ensure proper storage conditions for medications, adhering to safety and quality assurance standards.
• Assist in the procurement and restocking of pharmaceutical supplies.
Patient Counselling:
• Provide clear and comprehensive medication counselling, including proper usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Educate patients on over-the-counter medications, supplements, and general health concerns.
• Promote adherence to prescribed medication regimens for better therapeutic outcomes.
• Offering advice on over-the-counter products, supplements, and health- related concerns.
Health and Wellness Promotion:
• Coordination and management of wellness initiatives such as CIC Dawa Mlangoni and the CDM program through timely drug delivery.
Collaboration with Healthcare Professionals:
• Collaborating with service providers to optimize patient care.
• Communicating effectively with prescribers to clarify and discuss medication-related issues.
• Review and provide technical support on pharmacy prescriptions and such claims
Customer Service:
• Ensuring a positive and welcoming environment for customers.
• Addressing customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Resolving issues related to medication availability, insurance, and prescription refills.
Compliance and Recordkeeping:
• Ensuring compliance with all pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records and prescription files.
• Participating in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Continuing Education:
• Staying informed about new drugs, treatments, and healthcare trends.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development.
• Participating in continuing education programs to maintain and enhance professional competence.
Who We’re Looking For
Essential Knowledge/Skills and Experience Required:
• A minimum Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from an institution recognised by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board is required; a bachelor’s degree is an added advantage.
• Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board with a valid practising licence
• Minimum of 2 (two) years relevant experience in a retail Pharmacy Operations
• Flexibility and availability to work assigned shifts, as agreed for each locum engagement.
Key Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical laws and regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Proficiency in medical software and inventory management systems
• Analytical & problem – solving
• Proficiency in service and billing insurance claims
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Us?
Joining CIC Insurance Group as a Locum Pharmacy Professional offers a unique opportunity to apply your pharmaceutical expertise within an integrated healthcare and insurance environment. In this role, you will go beyond traditional dispensing by contributing to medication safety, claims support, inventory optimization, and wellness initiatives that directly improve patient outcomes. You will work collaboratively with healthcare providers and insurance teams, gaining exposure to both clinical and operational aspects of healthcare delivery. If you are passionate about patient care and continuous learning in a fast-paced setting, CIC provides a dynamic platform to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on accessible and quality healthcare services. If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready and flexible to execute the above mandate, strictly apply through:
https://careers.cicinsurancegroup.com/ clearly indicating the position being applied for.
The application should reach us by close of business on 25th October, 2026 . Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30 th November, 2026 consider your application unsuccessful.
CIC Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not solicit or require any form of payment for employment opportunities.
N/B: This job advert is open to external candidates.
Position
Name (Required)
Enter your full names
Email (Required)
Enter your active email address
Phone (Required)
Enter your active mobile number
Gender
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Female
Date of Birth (Required)
Country (Required) Country Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Aruba Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Territory Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Christmas Island Cocos Islands Colombia Comoros Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cook Islands Costa Rica Croatia Cuba Curaçao Cyprus Czech Republic Côte d'Ivoire Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Eswatini (Swaziland) Ethiopia Falkland Islands Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Territories Gabon Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Guernsey Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Heard and McDonald Islands Holy See Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Isle of Man Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jersey Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Lao People's Democratic Republic Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macau Macedonia Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali Malta Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mayotte Mexico Micronesia Moldova Monaco Mongolia Montenegro Montserrat Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Niue Norfolk Island North Korea Northern Mariana Islands Norway Oman Pakistan Palau Palestine, State of Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Pitcairn Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russia Rwanda Réunion Saint Barthélemy Saint Helena Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Martin Saint Pierre and Miquelon Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Sint Maarten Slovakia Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia South Africa South Georgia South Korea South Sudan Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania Thailand Timor-Leste Togo Tokelau Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu US Minor Outlying Islands Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela Vietnam Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, U.S. Wallis and Futuna Western Sahara Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe Åland Islands
Profesional Qualifications (Required) Qualification
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Education (Highest Level Only) (Required) Certificate
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Work Experience(starting with the latest) (Required) Employer
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Relevant years of experience (Required)
Current Notice Period
Current Gross Monthly Pay
Resume/CV and Certificate (Upload in one PDF file) (Required) Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Data Protection YES
CIC Insurance Group will be the data controller of your personal data. All data submitted by you will be held securely, will not be passed to 3rd parties (unless required by law) and will not be held longer than the maximum period allowed by law years after the end of the competition for which your application was processed, without your express agreement
By ticking this box, you confirm your agreement to the above YES/ NO
DECLARATION I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge the details given in this form are correct. I understand that in the event of being offered employment with CIC Insurance Group, any proven falsification or concealment of any material fact in respect of my application may lead to CIC Insurance group withdrawing the offer of employment if employment has not commenced or disciplinary action and dismissal if employment has commenced
By ticking this box, you confirm your agreement to the above
Submit
.