Established in 1937, AGC Tenwek Hospital is a Ministry of the Africa Gospel Church Kenya and is located in Bomet County. As a premier Teaching and Referral Hospital with a bed capacity exceeding 500, Tenwek Hospital serves the expansive South-West region of Kenya, covering counties such as Bomet, Narok, Kisii, Kericho, and Kisumu. Over the decades, the hospital has consistently grown to become one of Kenya’s top medical institutions, recognized nationally and internationally for its dedication to quality healthcare, Christian values, and patient-centered service.
The Hospital is renowned for its advanced medical services, including the Cardiothoracic Centre (CTC), a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a beacon of hope for heart patients across Sub-Saharan Africa. As part of its continued pursuit of excellence and expansion of its impact in ministry and medicine, AGC Tenwek Hospital is inviting applications from highly motivated, ministry-minded, and born-again Christian professionals. The ideal candidates must be of good standing in their churches, demonstrate spiritual maturity, integrity, and possess a passion for service.
The Hospital seeks to recruit for the following senior leadership and strategic roles:
1. Director, Human Resources & Administration
Job Purpose:
The Director of Human Resources & Administration will provide strategic leadership in all aspects of human resource management and administrative operations. The role aims to develop a high-performing workforce aligned with the hospital’s mission while fostering a work environment that emphasizes performance, spiritual discipline, respect, collaboration, and professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate and implement HR strategies, policies, and systems that align with the hospital’s goals and Christian ethos.
- Lead the development and implementation of talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, learning and development, succession planning, and employee retention strategies.
- Ensure legal compliance with labor laws and regulations while upholding ethical and Christian-based HR practices.
- Oversee employee relations, grievances, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions in a manner consistent with biblical principles and institutional policies.
- Develop administrative systems and oversee non-clinical operations including transport, security, catering, and facility management.
- Lead HR reporting and analytics to guide management decision-making.
- Foster a culture of servant leadership and promote staff wellness and spiritual growth.
- Supervise and mentor HR and administrative staff, encouraging excellence and accountability.
2. Director, Fundraising & Development
Job Purpose:
The Director of Fundraising & Development will lead all resource mobilization efforts to support Tenwek Hospital’s strategic priorities, infrastructure expansion, medical outreach, and patient care programs. The role is essential in building strategic partnerships, donor relationships, and effective campaigns to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with the hospital’s vision and mission.
- Build and manage relationships with local and international donors, foundations, churches, and corporate sponsors.
- Prepare compelling grant proposals, concept papers, and donor reports that reflect the impact and spiritual value of Tenwek’s work.
- Collaborate with hospital leadership and departments to identify priority funding needs and opportunities.
- Organize and lead fundraising events, campaigns, and missions-based support drives.
- Develop donor recognition, retention, and stewardship programs.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and ethical fundraising standards.
- Maintain an up-to-date donor database and provide regular performance reports.
- Represent the hospital in key fundraising forums and networks.
3. Director, Strategy & Projects Management
Job Purpose:
The Director of Strategy & Projects Management is responsible for shaping the strategic direction of the hospital and ensuring the successful planning and execution of projects and strategic initiatives. This role ensures the alignment of resources, priorities, and operations with the hospital’s mission and long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Spearhead the development, review, and implementation of the hospital’s strategic plan.
- Coordinate inter-departmental projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and desired impact.
- Establish and maintain effective project management frameworks and tools.
- Monitor and evaluate strategic performance indicators and regularly report progress to senior leadership.
- Facilitate organizational learning and innovation through data-driven planning and feedback mechanisms.
- Identify new strategic opportunities for growth, partnerships, and service expansion.
- Build internal capacity for strategic thinking and project delivery.
- Lead change management initiatives in alignment with Christian values and institutional mission.
- Ensure accountability, risk management, and value-for-money in all strategic projects.
4. Principal, School of Chaplaincy
Job Purpose:
The Principal of the School of Chaplaincy will oversee the overall management, academic direction, and spiritual mission of the School, ensuring it produces well-equipped Christian chaplains to serve in hospitals, schools, prisons, and other ministries. This role combines educational leadership with deep pastoral commitment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide visionary and Christ-centered leadership for the School of Chaplaincy.
- Oversee academic programming, curriculum development, student admissions, and faculty performance.
- Ensure the integration of biblical theology and practical ministry skills in all training programs.
- Mentor and guide both staff and students, nurturing their spiritual and professional growth.
- Build partnerships with other theological institutions, churches, and ministry organizations.
- Promote research, community outreach, and publication in the field of chaplaincy and Christian counseling.
- Oversee the financial and administrative management of the School.
- Ensure accreditation compliance and academic excellence.
- Represent the School in national and international chaplaincy forums.
5. Head of Marketing, Brand and Communications
Job Purpose:
The Head of Marketing, Brand and Communications will be responsible for enhancing the visibility, reputation, and engagement of Tenwek Hospital through strategic communication and branding initiatives. The role plays a vital part in shaping the hospital’s public image and building trust with key stakeholders including patients, partners, donors, and the Christian community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies aligned with the hospital’s mission and values.
- Oversee all external communications including press releases, newsletters, social media, and promotional materials.
- Manage brand identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms and touchpoints.
- Coordinate patient education, awareness campaigns, and public health messaging.
- Build and maintain relationships with media, church networks, and partner institutions.
- Provide internal communications support to foster organizational cohesion and spiritual engagement.
- Lead crisis communication and reputation management strategies.
- Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, advising management on opportunities and risks.
- Supervise marketing and communications staff and ensure quality and integrity in messaging.
AGC Tenwek Hospital offers a unique opportunity to serve in a Christ-centered, high-impact healthcare environment. These positions are crucial for advancing the hospital’s mission of compassionate healing and spiritual transformation across Kenya and beyond. We are seeking leaders who are not only professionally competent but also spiritually grounded and committed to living out their Christian faith in their daily work.
If you are passionate about ministry and excellence in your area of expertise, and you feel called to serve in a place where your faith and profession meet, we welcome your application.
To Apply: Interested candidates who meet the outlined requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a cover letter and detailed CV, via email to:
[email protected]
Deadline: July 26, 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AGC Tenwek Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who align with our mission and values.
