The Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), the country’s largest referral facility, has announced 23 job vacancies targeting highly skilled professionals in specialized medical fields and key support services.
On December 2, KNH advertised the positions, stating that the institution seeks dynamic, highly motivated, innovative, and experienced individuals to fill the vacancies.
Vacancies at Kenyatta National Hospital
KNH is recruiting eight Chief and Medical Specialists in critical areas of patient care.
These include:
- Chief Medical Specialist (Pediatric) – 1 position (Job Group KNH3)
- Chief Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynecology) – 1 position (Job Group KNH3)
- Chief Medical Specialist (Pathology) – 1 position (Job Group KNH3)
- Medical Specialist (Orthopedic Surgery – Hand) – 1 position (Job Group KNH5)
- Medical Specialist (Gastroenterology/Hepatologist) – 1 position (Job Group KNH5)
- Medical Specialist (Plastic Surgery) – 1 position (Job Group KNH5)
- Medical Specialist (Radiology) – 1 position (Job Group KNH5)
- Medical Specialist (Cardiothoracic Surgery) – 1 position (Job Group KNH5)
Clinical and Technical Support Roles
KNH is also hiring for positions that support diagnostic and therapeutic services:
- Assistant Cardiac Technologist – 1 position (Job Group KNH 10)
- Therapy Radiographer – 1 position (Job Group KNH 8)
- Occupational Therapist – 5 positions (Job Group KNH 8)
Psychology, Nutrition, and Health Information
KNH is expanding its mental health and nutrition teams with openings for:
- Senior Principal Clinical Psychologist – 1 position (Job Group 5)
- Senior Principal Nutrition & Dietetics Officer – 1position (Job Group 5)
- Senior Principal Health Information Officer – 3 positions (Job Group 5)
- Senior Principal Nursing Officer – 1 position (Job Group 5)
Administrative and Evaluation Roles
To enhance infrastructure and performance monitoring, KNH seeks:
- Assistant Clerk of Works – 1 position (Job Group KNH 10)
- Chief Manager, Monitoring & Evaluation – 1 position (Job Group KNH 4)
How to Apply
KNH has announced that interested candidates must download and complete the application form available at www.knh.or.ke.
The applications should include certified copies of academic and professional certificates, detailed CVs, and other relevant documents that indicate qualifications, experience, and current responsibilities.
All the relevant certificates must be submitted on or before December 22 at the Hospital’s Central Registry located at the KNH Administration Block or to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O Box 20723-00202
NAIROBI
The institution added that Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Special Instructions
According to the announcement, KNH has stated that the hospital does not charge any fees for the application of the advertised positions.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted according to the notice, and the public are encouraged to report any fraudsters to the relevant authorities.
A successful candidate will be required to submit documents that comply with the Requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, which include:
- A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
- EACC Clearance
- Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
- HELB Compliance
- KRA Tax Compliance
Most importantly, KNH has stated that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicants.
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Members of the public are informed that the Human Resource Division of Kenyatta National Hospital will contact the shortlisted applicants and candidates only at the Telephone number 0780433980.
KNH
KNH, located in Nairobi, was established in 1901 and serves as a national center for specialized healthcare, medical research, and training.
KNH provides advanced treatment across oncology, cardiology, surgery, and critical care, supporting both local and regional patients.
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