• Position Title: Pharmaceutical Technologist (5 Posts)
• Location: Mombasa, Kenya (KPA Health Services – Port of Mombasa)
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
• Number of Vacancies: 5
• Reporting To: Senior Pharmaceutical Technologist / Health Services Manager
• Application Deadline: December 20, 2025
• Category/Department: Health Services / Pharmacy
• Salary: Estimated KES 50,000 – 80,000 Monthly (Note: This is an estimate based on 2025 market data from BrighterMonday Kenya and Glassdoor, where pharmaceutical technologist roles in Kenyan parastatals average KES 45K–75K, adjusted for KPA’s requirement of Diploma + 5 years experience, PPB registration, and Chapter Six compliance. Final salary determined by KPA. Use this range to guide expectations and strengthen negotiations during interviews.)

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Introduction

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), a state corporation responsible for managing and operating Kenya’s Seaports, Inland waterways and Ferry Services — including the Port of Mombasa, Lamu, Kisumu, Shimoni and Inland Container Depots in Nairobi and Naivasha, as well as other scheduled small ports like Malindi, Kilifi, Mtwapa, Kiunga, Funzi and Vanga and other feeder ports in Nyanza — is recruiting 5 Pharmaceutical Technologists to offer quality pharmaceutical services in the areas of dispensing, patient counselling in medicine use and manufacturing.

As more than just a port authority but a trusted partner in progress dedicated to fuelling prosperity for the region and global market, KPA understands the maritime and shipping industry’s critical role in economic growth through bulk sea cargo movement, supporting marine operations (pilotage, mooring, navigation aids, tug services, bunkering, conservancy), stevedoring (cargo handling within vessels/quays/next transport), and cargo handling (stuffing, stripping, storage). These roles align with Kenya’s KES 200 billion maritime sector and Vision 2030’s health in trade ambitions, suiting licensed, ethical professionals ready for impactful pharmaceutical support in a high-volume parastatal.

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About Kenya Ports Authority (KPA)

Kenya Ports Authority, established under the Constitution and headquartered in Mombasa with Nairobi offices, manages ports, inland waterways, and ferry services as the vital current powering economic growth, community connections, and opportunities through bulk sea cargo movement. Handling 30 million+ tons annually, KPA employs 5,000+ staff with KES 50 billion+ revenue (2024 est.), achieving 95% efficiency via modernization. Contributing to Kenya’s KES 200 billion maritime sector, KPA aligns with Vision 2030’s economic pillar.

KPA fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and national service, offering training, allowances, and career progression. For Pharmaceutical Technologists, KPA provides structured duties, compliance support, and team integration, creating a workplace where your expertise drives workforce health in a diverse, inclusive environment.

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Job Specifications

Offers quality pharmaceutical services in the areas of dispensing, patient counselling in medicine use and manufacturing.

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Person Specifications

i. K.C.S.E certificate or its recognized equivalent.
ii. Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized Institution.
iii. Registered with Pharmacy & Poisons Board.
iv. Current Practicing License by Pharmacy & Poisons Board.
v. Member of the Kenya Pharmaceutical Association.
vi. ICT Skills.
vii. 5 years’ experience in similar role in a reputable organization.
viii. Professional ethics and values.
ix. Compliance with Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya – Ethics and integrity.

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Job Responsibilities

As Pharmaceutical Technologist at KPA, you will deliver pharmaceutical services. Core duties include:

i. Dispensing.
ii. Medication Use Counseling.
iii. Record keeping.
iv. Medicines billing.
v. Mix and reconstitution of injectable medicine.
vi. Extemporaneous preparation and Compounding.
vii. Participate in stocktaking.
viii. Monitor and maintain temperatures for cold chain items.

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Company Culture and Values

Kenya Ports Authority fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and national service, as more than just a port authority but a trusted partner in progress dedicated to fuelling prosperity for the region and global market. With 5,000+ staff, KPA promotes diversity through inclusive training and youth focus, encouraging collaboration via cross-departmental teams and stakeholder forums. Values of integrity, efficiency, and impact guide operations, with Pharmaceutical Technologists central to workforce health.

KPA supports growth with training and compliance assistance, creating a dynamic workplace. For Pharmaceutical Technologists, this means ensuring safe pharmaceutical care in a supportive environment, aligned with Vision 2030, offering a fulfilling path in maritime health services.

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How to Apply

Apply now for Pharmaceutical Technologist (5) positions at Kenya Ports Authority.

Submit via https://www.kpa.co.ke/Vacancies/Details/9 by December 20, 2025.

Include:

1. Application letter.
2. CV.
3. Copies of certificates.

KPA is an equal opportunity employer; only shortlisted contacted. No fees.

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Expert Tips for Success as Pharmaceutical Technologist at KPA: A Shortlister’s Perspective

As a recruiter shortlisting for KPA’s Pharmaceutical Technologist (5), I prioritize applications that demonstrate dispensing precision, counseling empathy, and PPB compliance in port health. With a 70% rejection rate due to generic CVs or no 5 years, these 10 tips are designed to place your application in the top 5% by showcasing your Diploma, license, and ICT skills. Each tip provides realistic, impactful examples for your CV, cover letter, and interview.

Tip 1: Lead with a Quantified Dispensing Accuracy Achievement

Why It Works: Recruiters seek Technologists who deliver quality dispensing—50% of shortlists go to candidates with accuracy/billing metrics. A CV opening with a specific achievement (e.g., “Dispensed 1,000 prescriptions with 99% accuracy”) grabs attention, proving your precision.

CV Example:
“Dispensed 1,000 prescriptions as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 99% accuracy.”
Why: This showcases your precision, aligning with KPA’s dispensing needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As licensed Technologist, I billed 500 medicines with 95% timeliness, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It links your experience to the job’s billing needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I served 200 patients quarterly with 92% satisfaction, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story highlights your dispensing skills with metrics.

How to Do It: Open your CV with a “Key Achievement” section featuring one bullet point with an accuracy/timeliness metric. Include “Pharmaceutical Technologist” and “dispensing accuracy” in your CV and cover letter. Practice a 30-second interview story. Attach a redacted dispensing log.

Tip 2: Highlight Medication Counseling with an Empathy Example

Why It Works: Patient counseling is core—recruiters prioritize empathetic educators. A specific example of counseling (e.g., “Counseled 500 patients with 95% adherence”) shows care.

CV Example:
“Counseled 500 patients on medicine use as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 95% adherence.”
Why: This quantifies your care, aligning with KPA’s counseling needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I educated 300 users with 90% understanding, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s education needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I supported 50 counseling sessions quarterly with 92% compliance, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your care with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Medication Counseling & Empathy Care” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s patient. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted counseling note.

Tip 3: Demonstrate Record Keeping with a Compliance Example

Why It Works: Accurate record keeping is mandatory—recruiters prioritize compliant keepers. A specific example of keeping (e.g., “Maintained 1,000 records with 100% compliance”) shows diligence.

CV Example:
“Maintained 1,000 patient records as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 100% compliance.”
Why: This quantifies your diligence, aligning with KPA’s record needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I audited 200 entries with 95% accuracy, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s keeping needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I filed 30 records quarterly with 92% security, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your diligence with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Record Keeping & Compliance Diligence” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s records. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted record sample.

Tip 4: Highlight Medicines Billing with a Timeliness Example

Why It Works: Medicines billing is key—recruiters prioritize timely billers. A specific example of billing (e.g., “Billed 800 medicines with 98% timeliness”) shows efficiency.

CV Example:
“Billed 800 medicines as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 98% timeliness.”
Why: This quantifies your efficiency, aligning with KPA’s billing needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I processed 400 bills with 95% accuracy, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s efficiency needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I managed 50 billings quarterly with 92% zero errors, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your efficiency with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Medicines Billing & Timeliness Efficiency” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s billing. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted billing sheet.

Tip 5: Demonstrate Injectable Preparation with a Mix Example

Why It Works: Mixing/reconstituting injectables is technical—recruiters prioritize skilled preparers. A specific example of preparation (e.g., “Prepared 300 injectables with 99% standards”) shows expertise.

CV Example:
“Prepared 300 injectable medicines as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 99% standards.”
Why: This quantifies your expertise, aligning with KPA’s mix needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I reconstituted 200 doses with 95% safety, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s preparation needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I mixed 40 injectables quarterly with 92% quality, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your expertise with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Injectable Preparation & Mix Expertise” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s reconstitution. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted preparation protocol.

Tip 6: Highlight Compounding & Extemporaneous Preparation with a Standards Example

Why It Works: Assisting in compounding/extemporaneous preparation per standards is technical—recruiters prioritize compliant preparers. A specific example (e.g., “Compounded 200 extemporaneous with 98% standards”) shows precision.

CV Example:
“Compounded 200 extemporaneous preparations as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 98% standards.”
Why: This quantifies your precision, aligning with KPA’s compounding needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I prepared 150 mixtures with 95% accuracy, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s standards needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I compounded 30 items quarterly with 92% quality, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your precision with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Compounding & Extemporaneous Preparation Precision” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s local application. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted compounding record.

Tip 7: Demonstrate Stocktaking Participation with a Inventory Example

Why It Works: Participating in stocktaking is key—recruiters prioritize inventory pros. A specific example (e.g., “Participated in 12 stocktakes with 100% reconciliation”) shows diligence.

CV Example:
“Participated in 12 stocktakes as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 100% reconciliation.”
Why: This quantifies your diligence, aligning with KPA’s stocktaking needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I inventoried 500 items with 95% balance, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s participation needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I reconciled 40 stocks quarterly with 92% accuracy, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your diligence with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Stocktaking Participation & Inventory Diligence” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s stock. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted inventory sheet.

Tip 8: Highlight Cold Chain Monitoring with a Temperature Example

Why It Works: Monitoring/maintaining cold chain temperatures is critical—recruiters prioritize vigilant monitors. A specific example (e.g., “Monitored 200 cold chain items with 99% stability”) shows care.

CV Example:
“Monitored 200 cold chain items as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 99% temperature stability.”
Why: This quantifies your care, aligning with KPA’s monitoring needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Technologist, I maintained 150 fridges with 95% logs, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s maintenance needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I tracked 30 chains quarterly with 92% compliance, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your care with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Cold Chain Monitoring & Temperature Care” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s items. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted temperature log.

Tip 9: Demonstrate ICT Skills with a Package Example

Why It Works: ICT skills are required—recruiters prioritize digital workers. A specific example (e.g., “Used MS Office for 500 entries with 98% accuracy”) shows readiness.

CV Example:
“Used MS Office for 500 pharmacy entries as Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with 98% accuracy.”
Why: This quantifies your readiness, aligning with KPA’s ICT needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I managed 200 digital records with 95% integrity, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s digital needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I supported 20 tool tasks quarterly with 92% speed, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your readiness with metrics.

How to Do It: Include an “ICT Skills & Digital Tool Readiness” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s computer literacy. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted digital record.

Tip 10: Craft a Concise, Maritime-Health Passion Interview Talk

Why It Works: Recruiters prioritize Technologists who convey maritime-health passion and alignment with KPA’s prosperity mission. A concise, 1-minute talk linking your skills to KPA’s goals (e.g., workforce health) makes you memorable.

CV Example (Summary Statement):
“Dedicated Pharmaceutical Technologist candidate with Diploma, 98% hygiene, passionate about KPA’s maritime workforce health.”
Cover Letter Example:
“With 95% drug handling and ethics, I’m eager to support KPA’s trusted partner in progress.”
Interview Example:
“As Technologist, I ensured 92% pharmaceutical care at a clinic, ready to fuel KPA’s prosperity.”

How to Do It: Craft a 1-minute talk highlighting your pharmacy experience, a key achievement (e.g., “92% care”), and passion for KPA’s mission. Include it in your cover letter’s closing and rehearse for interviews. Dress in neat professional attire, arrive early, and bring a folder with your CV, certificates. Reference maritime health. Follow up via kpa.co.ke portal emphasizing KPA’s prosperity vision.

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