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Muhammad Al Fath A Awak RPh MPM

Muhammad Al Fath A Awak RPh MPM

Dangerous Drugs Regulation Officer III
City of Santa Rosa,Laguna

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience ready to excel in this role. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills foster team collaboration and adaptability to consistently achieve results. Recognized for effective communication, integrity, and accountability while managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Committed to ongoing personal development and dedicated to delivering high-quality public service through continuous learning and a steadfast commitment to professionalism.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications

Work History

Dangerous Drugs Regulation Officer III

Office of the President – Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Regional Office 4-A
City Of Santa Rosa
08.2023 - Current
  • Law enforcement, regulatory, and supervisory functions under the Regional Compliance Section 4-A (RCS) & implementing/enforcing the pertinent Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) regulations and RA 9165.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
  • Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
  • Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures

Dangerous Drugs Regulation Officer II

Office of the President – Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Regional Office 4-A
City Of Calamba
02.2020 - 08.2023
  • Law enforcement and regulatory functions under Regional Compliance Section 4-A (RCS) & implementing/enforcing the pertinent Dangerous Drugs Board regulation and RA 9165.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Food-Drug Regulation Officer I

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Central Office
Muntinlupa City
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Regulatory functions under the Center for Drug Regulation and Research (CDRR) department. Evaluates the new and renewal application of drugstores and retail of non-prescription drugs (RONPD) establishments nationwide through the portal.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Pharmacist and Clinic Inventory Officer

Heilen Medical Wellness Center
Makati City
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • A practicing pharmacist compounding medication, as ordered by the medical doctor. Also functions as the clinic’s inventory officer and functions as a clerk as needed.
  • Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
  • Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by negotiating better prices with drug suppliers without compromising on medication quality.
  • Conducted regular reviews of pharmacy operations, identifying and addressing areas for improvement in workflow and patient service.
  • Improved pharmacy efficiency with implementation of innovative inventory management system, reducing waste and ensuring medication availability.
  • Managed drug and supply inventories.
  • Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
  • Developed comprehensive reports to analyze inventory trends, identify issues, and recommend improvements.
  • Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.

Pharmacy Assistant

Joan’s Pharmacy and Convenience Store
Zamboanga City
07.2017 - 11.2017
  • Works under the direct supervision of the branch pharmacist. Functions are limited to conduct of inventory, clerical matters, dispense of medication and customer service.
  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Assisted pharmacists in maintaining a well-organized and clean pharmacy environment for optimal workflow.
  • Supported inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and expiration date monitoring for medication safety.
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Contributed to increased sales by offering expert advice on over-the-counter medications and products.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when handling sensitive patient situations, preserving confidentiality at all times.
  • Improved operational efficiency by assisting with routine administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and report generation.
  • Improved patient safety with diligent verification of prescriptions for accuracy and interactions.
  • Maintained clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
  • Conducted regular medication inventory audits to prevent stock shortages and overages.
  • Organized pharmacy area to maintain clean and orderly environment.
  • Supported pharmacists with day-to-day activities and pharmacy office management functions.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Located and processed ready prescriptions to customers, distributed medication information documentation and facilitated medication consultations.

Education

Master of Public Management (MPM) - Local Government And Regional Administration

University of The Philippines (UP) – Open University
Los Banos, Province Of Laguna
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Universidad De Zamboanga
Zamboanga City, Zamboanga Del Sur
04.2017

Skills

  • Self motivation

  • Self motivation

  • Risk assessment

  • Cultural awareness

  • Analytical reasoning

  • Skilled in digital tools

  • Collaborative teamwork

  • Strong focus on accuracy

  • Adaptability in various roles

  • Responsive to new challenges

  • Effective communication

  • Confident speaking abilities

  • Team leadership

Certification

Civil Service Commission – Civil Service Institute (CSI) August 16 – 26, 2021 | Gender, Diversity and Social Inclusion

Affiliations

  • Industrial Pharmacists Association of the Philippines (IPAP, Inc.)
  • Philippine Pharmacists Association (PPhA)
  • The Fraternal Order of Eagles - Philippines Eagles

Additional Information

An experienced law enforcer / regulatory compliance officer at the Office of the President - Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) where I perform regulatory functions and enforce laws related to dangerous drugs and controlled chemicals in the Philippines. I inspect, investigate, and evaluate applications of companies, pharmacies, hospitals, medical practitioners (doctors, veterinarians, dentists) who will be handling, manufacturing, importing, transporting, storing & prescribing dangerous drugs and/or controlled precursors & essential chemicals (CPECs) and/or its mixtures. Our mission is to prevent diversion of DDs and/or CPECs while ensuring its availability and accessibility for legitimate use in the Philippines. I received multiple commendations and exemplary performance award for my work in this role.

I am a registered pharmacist (RPh) by profession in the Philippines, with experience in the various sectors of the pharmacy practice, such as community, manufacturing, hospital, alternative medicine, regulatory and law enforcement. I have attended and participated in various leadership, managerial, supervisory, and technical trainings. I am currently pursuing my post-graduate degree at the University of the Philippines (UP) - OU, focusing on public management. I am deeply motivated by my passion in delivering effective and efficient public service, and achieving the goal of improving the health, safety, awareness & security of the Filipino people.

Interests

Basketball

Firing (Shooting)

Online games

Timeline

Dangerous Drugs Regulation Officer III

Office of the President – Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Regional Office 4-A
08.2023 - Current

Dangerous Drugs Regulation Officer II

Office of the President – Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), Regional Office 4-A
02.2020 - 08.2023

Food-Drug Regulation Officer I

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Central Office
12.2019 - 02.2020

Pharmacist and Clinic Inventory Officer

Heilen Medical Wellness Center
09.2018 - 08.2019

Pharmacy Assistant

Joan’s Pharmacy and Convenience Store
07.2017 - 11.2017

Master of Public Management (MPM) - Local Government And Regional Administration

University of The Philippines (UP) – Open University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Universidad De Zamboanga
Muhammad Al Fath A Awak RPh MPMDangerous Drugs Regulation Officer III