Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)

Category: Healthcare / Medical / Public Sector
Posted: 2nd December 2025
Deadline: 22nd December 2025

Open Positions

1. Chief Medical Specialist (Pediatric)

2. Medical Specialist (Orthopaedic Surgery – Hand)

3. Medical Specialist (Gastroenterology / Hepatology)

4. Medical Specialist (Plastic Surgery)

5. Medical Specialist (Radiology)

6. Medical Specialist (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

7. Assistant Cardiac Technologist

8. Senior Principal Clinical Psychologist

9. Senior Principal Nutrition and Dietetics Officer

10. Senior Principal Health Information Officer – 4 Posts

11. Senior Principal Nursing Officer

12. Assistant Clerk of Works

13. Therapy Radiographer

14. Occupational Therapist – 5 Posts

15. Chief Manager, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

Minimum Requirements (Likely)

Applicants should:

• Hold relevant academic qualifications in their respective fields:

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) and Master’s degree in the specific specialty for Medical Specialists.

  • Valid registration and practicing license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

  • Relevant diploma/degree for technical roles such as Therapy Radiographer, Occupational Therapist, Assistant Cardiac Technologist, and Health Information positions.

  • Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution plus registration by NCK for nursing positions.

  • Relevant degree in Building and Construction/Engineering for Assistant Clerk of Works.

  • Degree in Psychology for Clinical Psychologist roles.

  • Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics for senior nutrition roles.

• Possess proven work experience in a busy hospital environment or public health institution.

• Hold valid professional licenses from respective regulatory bodies.

• Demonstrate strong clinical, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Show high levels of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle sensitive medical information.

• For senior managerial roles: demonstrate strategic planning, leadership experience, and ability to oversee monitoring and evaluation processes.

Method of Application

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs, clearly stating the position they are applying for.

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All those Interested in the above positions and meet the minimum requirements are requested to download and fill the application form available at KNH Website. The application form together with a detailed C.V indicating qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials and certificates which MUST be SERIALIZED should sent on or before 22nd December, 2025 to the address below: or dropped at the Hospital’s Central Registry located at the KNH Administration block.

The Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta National Hospital

P.O Box 20723-00202

NAIROBI

“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are
encouraged to apply”.

NB: 

• Kenyatta National Hospital DOES NOT charge ANY FEES for application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Successful candidate will be required to submit the document listed below to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010:
• A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
• EACC Clearance
• Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
• HELB Compliance
• KRA Tax Compliance

 “ANY FORM OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION“