Comprehensive Job Opportunities in Kenya – Multi-Disciplinary Contract and Internship Vacancies (2026)
An established research and health-focused institution in Kenya is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for multiple contract and internship positions across Eldoret, Gilgil, Kwale, West Pokot, Kisumu, and Nairobi. These vacancies span finance, administration, clinical services, ICT, biostatistics, legal services, corporate communications, and clinical research science.
The organization operates within a structured research and public health environment, supporting clinical programs, epidemiological studies, community health initiatives, institutional governance, and data-driven health interventions. The advertised roles present an opportunity for professionals seeking to contribute to evidence-based healthcare delivery, research excellence, and institutional operational effectiveness.
All positions are offered on contract terms unless otherwise specified. Interested candidates are encouraged to review each job description carefully and submit applications before the stated deadlines.
Below is a detailed breakdown of all advertised positions.
Senior Accountant – Eldoret
Vacancy Number: VN00901
Job Grade: KMR 05
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 21 February 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Eldoret
Job Description
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing financial management functions within the Eldoret program office. The role ensures compliance with institutional financial policies, donor requirements, and statutory regulations, while supporting strategic financial planning and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant will manage financial reporting processes including preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. The role involves ensuring accuracy in ledger postings, reconciliation of accounts, and maintaining the integrity of financial records.
The position holder will oversee budgeting processes, including development of program budgets, monitoring expenditure against approved allocations, and advising management on financial variances. This includes cost control mechanisms and financial forecasting to support operational planning.
The Senior Accountant will supervise accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely disbursement of payments, accurate invoice processing, and proper documentation of financial transactions.
The role includes coordinating internal and external audits by preparing audit schedules, responding to audit queries, and implementing audit recommendations to strengthen internal controls.
The position also requires oversight of statutory compliance, including tax remittances and adherence to regulatory financial requirements.
The Senior Accountant will provide financial guidance to program managers and support grant management functions to ensure funds are utilized in accordance with contractual agreements.
Administrator – Eldoret
Vacancy Number: VN00902
Job Grade: KMR 06
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 21 February 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Eldoret
Job Description
The Administrator will oversee office operations, coordinate administrative systems, and support program implementation through effective logistical and operational management.
Key Responsibilities
The Administrator will manage office facilities, ensuring proper maintenance, security coordination, and availability of essential utilities and supplies.
The role includes coordinating procurement requests, maintaining asset registers, and supporting inventory management in line with institutional procedures.
The Administrator will facilitate travel logistics, meeting coordination, event planning, and documentation support for internal and external engagements.
The position requires maintaining organized records management systems, handling correspondence, and ensuring compliance with institutional documentation standards.
The Administrator will also provide support in contract management processes and liaise with service providers to ensure timely service delivery.
Clinical Officer – Gilgil
Vacancy Number: VN00903
Job Grade: KMR 08
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 22 February 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Gilgil
Job Description
The Clinical Officer will support clinical service delivery within research and healthcare programs in Gilgil. The role involves provision of patient care, clinical documentation, and adherence to research protocols.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Officer will conduct patient assessments, provide treatment services, and ensure accurate medical documentation.
The role includes supporting clinical research activities such as participant recruitment, informed consent processes, and protocol adherence.
The Clinical Officer will ensure compliance with ethical standards, patient safety guidelines, and institutional clinical governance frameworks.
The position holder will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate follow-up visits, data capture, and reporting of adverse events.
Clinical Officer – Kwale
Vacancy Number: VN00904
Job Grade: KMR 08
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 22 February 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Kwale
Job Description
The Clinical Officer in Kwale will provide frontline clinical services while supporting research-based interventions and community health programs.
Key Responsibilities
The role includes clinical consultations, diagnosis, treatment, and patient counseling.
The Clinical Officer will maintain detailed clinical records and support data collection in accordance with approved research protocols.
The position requires participation in outreach programs and collaboration with community health stakeholders.
The role involves monitoring treatment outcomes and reporting programmatic data to supervisors.
Clinical Officer – West Pokot
Vacancy Number: VN00905
Job Grade: KMR 08
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 22 February 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: West Pokot
Job Description
The Clinical Officer in West Pokot will deliver patient care services and contribute to clinical research and program implementation.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Officer will conduct clinical examinations, manage treatment plans, and ensure patient follow-up.
The role includes supporting clinical trials or observational studies through accurate documentation and protocol compliance.
The position requires collaboration with local health facilities and ensuring continuity of care.
Administrative Officer – Kargeno, Kisumu
Vacancy Number: VN00906
Job Grade: KMR 06
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 1 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Kargeno, Kisumu
Job Description
The Administrative Officer will oversee operational support functions at the Kisumu site, ensuring smooth coordination of program activities.
Key Responsibilities
The Administrative Officer will manage office administration, coordinate logistics, and maintain compliance with institutional operational procedures.
The role includes supervision of support staff, oversight of asset management, and ensuring timely procurement processes.
The position requires maintaining organized documentation systems and facilitating communication between field teams and headquarters.
ICT Assistant – Kargeno, Kisumu
Vacancy Number: VN00907
Job Grade: KMR 07
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 1 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Kargeno, Kisumu
Job Description
The ICT Assistant will provide technical support services, maintain ICT infrastructure, and ensure continuity of digital systems.
Key Responsibilities
The ICT Assistant will troubleshoot hardware and software issues, provide user support, and maintain network connectivity.
The role includes supporting data security protocols, performing system backups, and assisting with installation and configuration of ICT equipment.
The position holder will maintain inventory of ICT assets and support digital data management systems.
Biostatistician/Bioinformatics – Nairobi
Vacancy Number: VN00908
Job Grade: KMR 06
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Nairobi
Job Description
The Biostatistician/Bioinformatics Specialist will support research design, data analysis, and interpretation of complex biomedical datasets.
Key Responsibilities
The role includes developing statistical analysis plans, conducting quantitative data analysis, and generating analytical reports.
The position requires collaboration with researchers to design studies, manage datasets, and ensure data quality control.
The Biostatistician/Bioinformatics Specialist will contribute to manuscript preparation, presentation of findings, and dissemination of research outputs.
Legal Officer
Vacancy Number: VN00909
Job Grade: KMR 06
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Kenya
Job Description
The Legal Officer will provide legal advisory services, ensure regulatory compliance, and support institutional governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
The Legal Officer will review contracts, draft legal documents, and advise management on statutory and regulatory matters.
The role includes managing litigation matters, providing guidance on compliance obligations, and supporting risk mitigation strategies.
The position requires interpretation of applicable laws and ensuring institutional adherence to governance standards.
Corporate Communications Officer
Vacancy Number: VN00910
Job Grade: KMR 06
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Kenya
Job Description
The Corporate Communications Officer will oversee institutional communications, stakeholder engagement, and brand positioning.
Key Responsibilities
The role includes development of communication strategies, drafting press releases, managing digital platforms, and coordinating media engagement.
The position requires production of internal and external communication materials and supporting dissemination of research findings.
The Corporate Communications Officer will ensure consistency of institutional messaging and enhance public visibility.
Bachelor of Science in Biostatistics – Internship
Vacancy Number: VN00911
Employment Type: Internship
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Job Description
The Biostatistics Intern will support data management and statistical analysis within ongoing research projects.
Key Responsibilities
The intern will assist in data cleaning, basic statistical analysis, and preparation of research summaries.
The role includes supporting database management tasks and contributing to technical documentation.
Clinical Research Scientist – Eldoret
Vacancy Number: VN00912
Job Grade: KMR 05
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 10 March 2026 at 5:00 PM
Duty Station: Eldoret
Job Description
The Clinical Research Scientist will lead clinical research initiatives, coordinate study implementation, and ensure compliance with research governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
The role includes protocol development support, oversight of study activities, and coordination of multidisciplinary research teams.
The Clinical Research Scientist will monitor study progress, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to scientific publications.
The position requires engagement with ethical review processes and oversight of data integrity and quality assurance.
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their applications through the designated online recruitment portal before the respective deadlines indicated for each position.
Applicants are encouraged to clearly indicate the vacancy number and position title in their application.
