The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced mass job opportunities, consisting of 507 positions, some of which require a minimum qualification of Grade D.
In a notice dated Friday, September 12, 2025, the Authority called on qualified personnel to apply.
“To enhance institutional capacity and deliver on its mandate, the SHA Board seeks to recruit visionary, result-driven, and experienced professionals for the following Senior Management positions,” read the notice.
According to the Authority, among the advertised positions requiring Grade D qualifications are Senior Driver roles, with three positions available.
SHA Declares 507 Job Opportunities
To qualify as a driver, applicants must meet some of the following requirements:
- Nine (9) years of cumulative work experience, with three (3) years at the grade of Senior Driver or in a comparable position.
- A valid BCE driving license without any current endorsement(s).
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade D plain or its equivalent qualification.
- Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers.
- First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (I) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution.
- Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
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Some of the duties and responsibilities at this level entail:
- Ensuring a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Conduct periodic checks on the assigned vehicle to determine maintenance needs and report findings accordingly and on time.
- Maintaining an up-to-date vehicle mileage log and managing work tickets for assigned vehicles.
Another position advertised with a Minimum qualification of Grade D is the position of Senior Office Assistant who has to meet the following requirements:
- Nine (9) years of cumulative service period, with three (3) years at the level of Senior Office Assistant or a comparable position.
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) means Grade D plain or its equivalent qualification.
- Proficiency in Computer Application.
- Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Some of the duties and responsibilities at this level entail:
- Collecting, dispatching mail, and running office errands.
- Distribution of correspondences within the Authority.
- Opening the office and ensuring general cleanliness.
- Scanning, photocopying, and binding of documents.
- Monitoring and replenishing office supplies i.e., printing papers, e
Other Positions Advertised by SHA include:
| S/NO | DESIGNATION | SHA GRADE | NO OF POSITIONS |
| 1 | Principal Office Administrator | 5 | 1 |
| 2 | Principal Registration & Compliance Officer | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | Principal Registration & Compliance Officer/ Principal Claims Management Officer (County Operations) | 5 | 47 |
| 4 | Principal Legal Officer | 5 | 3 |
| 5 | Principal Provider Management Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 6 | Principal Funds Management Officer | 5 | 6 |
| 7 | Principal Finance and Accounts Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 8 | Principal Benefits Management Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 9 | Principal Human Resource Management & Development Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 10 | Principal Administration Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 11 | Principal Records Management Officer | 5 | 1 |
| 12 | Principal Information & Communication Technology Officer | 5 | 1 |
| 13 | Principal Customer Experience Officer | 5 | 1 |
| 14 | Principal Corporate Communication Officer | 5 | 1 |
| 15 | Principal Planning and Linkages Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 16 | Principal Supply Chain Management Officer | 5 | 2 |
| 17 | Principal Internal Auditor | 5 | 3 |
| 18 | Senior Registration & Compliance Officer | 6 | 99 |
| 19 | Senior Claims Management Officer | 6 | 96 |
| 20 | Senior Registration and Compliance Officer/Senior Claims Management Officer (Huduma Centers) | 6 | 183 |
| 21 | Senior Office Administrator | 6 | 6 |
| 22 | Senior Legal Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 23 | Senior Provider Management Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 24 | Senior Funds Management Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 25 | Senior Finance and Accounts Officer | 6 | 4 |
| 26 | Senior Benefits Management Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 27 | Senior Human Resource Management & Development Officer | 6 | 1 |
| 28 | Senior Administration Officer | 6 | 1 |
| 29 | Senior Records Management Officer | 6 | 1 |
| 30 | Senior Information & Communication Technology | 6 | 3 |
| 31 | Senior Customer Experience Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 32 | Senior Corporate Communication Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 33 | Senior Planning and Linkages Officer | 6 | 4 |
| 34 | Senior Supply Chain Management Officer | 6 | 2 |
| 35 | Senior Internal Auditor | 6 | 4 |
To access the full advertisement, including detailed job descriptions, core functions, and person specifications, applicants are advised to visit the SHA website at https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/.
Application Requirements for Candidates
Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
- Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB):
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
- Copies of academic and professional certificates
- A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position
- Contacts of at least three professional referees
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Applications should be addressed to:
The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P.O Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road
NAIROBI
Applications can be submitted online on https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to the SHA building, 10th floor, by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.
Candidates who wish to apply for the advertised positions should submit their applications by 5.00 pm on October 3, 2025.
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