In response to expanding business demands and the quest for improved operational efficiency, the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has announced a recruitment drive to fill various positions in the organization.
According to an advertisement by the authority, the recruitment drive stands as a pivotal opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute their expertise towards bolstering Kenya’s medical supply infrastructure and ensuring quality healthcare services nationwide.
In the advert, KEMSA invited applications from candidates who meet the set requirements with the deadline set for January 31, 2024.
The openings are spread across various departments in the authority as illustrated in the job advertisement including:
- Human Resource Manager (Grade SA 3): 1 vacancy
- Distribution Manager (Grade SA 3): 1 vacancy
- Warehouse Manager (Grade SA 3): 1 vacancy
- Customer Service Manager (Grade SA 3): 1 vacancy
- Regional Sales & Marketing Executive Assistant (Grade SA 4): 2 vacancies
- Assistant ICT Manager (Grade SA 4)
- Planning Officer (Grade SA 4): 1 vacancy
- Distribution Officer (Grade SA 4)
- County Sales & Marketing Officer (Grade SA 5): 4 vacancies
- Internal Auditor (Grade SA 5): 1 vacancy
- Record Management Officer (Grade SA 5): 1 vacancy
- Forklift Operator (Grade SA 9): 2 vacancies
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How to Apply
Detailed job descriptions for these roles on principal accountabilities, qualifications, knowledge and experience are available on the KEMSA website, www.kemsa.go.ke.
While applying for the jobs, KEMSA asked candidates to attach a detailed CV, copies of their certificates and testimonials.
The applications, KEMSA added, should be addressed to the authority’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) via post office address “Kenya Medical Supplies Authority, 13 Commercial Street Industrial Area, P.O. Box 47715-0010, Nairobi. Attn. Director of Human Resource & Administration.”
Besides, interested candidates are encouraged to review the requirements and responsibilities outlined for each position.
Requirements for Application
Applicants eyeing for these positions should possess desired personal attributes including honesty, integrity, flexibility, team player, good time management skills and effective communication.
Further, successful candidates will be required to comply with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and will be asked to provide:
- Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
- Higher Education Loans Board clearance (for University Graduates)
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Clearance.
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Further in the advert, the medical supplies authority reaffirmed its commitment to diversity, gender equality, and providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.
The entity warned against canvassing, emphasizing that such actions will lead to immediate disqualification.
About KEMSA
KEMSA, is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament that holds the pivotal responsibility of procuring, warehousing, and distributing drugs and medical supplies for vital public health programs.
The agency also caters to the national strategic stock reserve, essential health packages, and national referral hospitals.
