- Kericho County has announced 360 contract jobs for healthcare professionals across its health facilities, including 114 nurses and 38 clinical officers
- Applicants need qualifications relevant to their preferred positions, with some roles requiring professional registration
- Recruitment will be conducted separately by individual facilities, and candidates must follow set instructions
Kericho County has announced 360 job vacancies for healthcare professionals across its health facilities, offering opportunities for qualified candidates in nursing, clinical medicine, laboratory services and other medical fields.
Source: Twitter
The county government said the recruitment would strengthen healthcare delivery and address staffing gaps in facilities ranging from dispensaries to Level Five hospitals.
The vacancies will cover different professional cadres, including 114 nurses, 49 laboratory technicians, 38 clinical officers, 13 pharmaceutical technologists and two radiologists, alongside other essential healthcare workers.
The recruitment will be conducted on a contract basis, with salaries and related costs funded through resources collected by individual health facilities under the Facility Improvement Fund.
Search option is now available at TUKO! Feel free to search the content on topics/people you enjoy reading about in the top right corner ;)
The arrangement allows health facilities to use funds collected at source to support service delivery and address critical staffing needs.
What are the requirements for Kericho County health jobs?
The qualifications vary depending on the position and professional cadre. Applicants are advised to check the specific requirements outlined in each facility's official job advertisement before applying.
For nursing positions, the stated requirements include a valid Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or Midwifery from a recognised institution, a certificate of registration from the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK), a valid practising licence from the council and a certificate in computer applications.
Candidates applying for Clinical Officer III positions must meet the qualifications specified for the role. For example, the requirements for the advertised Clinical Officer III vacancies include a diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognised institution, a certificate of registration from the Clinical Officers Council, a valid practising licence from the council and a certificate in computer application skills.
Other positions may require relevant diplomas or degrees, professional registration, valid practising licences and additional qualifications depending on the responsibilities involved.
How can you apply for Kericho County health jobs?
Qualified candidates seeking the advertised health jobs at Kericho County Referral Hospital and Kapkatet Sub-County Hospital should submit their applications with the required supporting documents.
1. Kericho County Referral Hospital
Applicants should attach copies of their National Identity Card or passport, curriculum vitae, testimonials, academic certificates and professional certificates. They should clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the application letter and on top of the envelope.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Medical Superintendent, Kericho County Referral Hospital, P.O. Box 11-20200, Kericho.
Alternatively, applicants can hand-deliver their applications to the hospital's Registry Office.
Deadline: All applications must reach the office on or before November 12, 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
2. Kapkatet Sub-County Hospital
Applicants should hand-deliver their applications to the office of the Medical Superintendent at Kapkatet Sub-County Hospital.
The applications should include copies of the applicant's National Identity Card or passport, curriculum vitae, valid practising licence, testimonials, academic certificates and professional certificates.
Candidates should clearly state the position applied for in the application letter and write the position on top of the envelope.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Medical Superintendent, Kapkatet Sub-County Hospital, P.O. Box 95-20214, Kapkatet.
Source: TUKO.co.ke