Amref Health Africa and Amref International University have announced multiple career opportunities in Nairobi, Kenya. These roles span internships, clinical positions, academic appointments, and program management roles across public health, nursing, laboratory sciences, aviation operations, and community health systems strengthening. The opportunities are designed for professionals at different stages of their careers, ranging from early-career interns seeking exposure to global health programs to experienced clinical and academic professionals contributing to healthcare training and service delivery.
As one of the largest African-based international health development organizations, Amref Health Africa has established a strong reputation for advancing community-led health solutions across the continent. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Nairobi, the organization currently implements more than 180 health programs across over 35 African countries, reaching more than 40 million people annually. Its work focuses on strengthening health systems, expanding access to quality healthcare services, promoting community empowerment, and addressing the social determinants of health that affect vulnerable populations.
Through its academic arm, Amref International University (AmIU), the organization also plays a key role in training the next generation of health professionals in Africa. The university provides postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, and certificate programmes in health sciences, alongside continuing professional development courses designed to strengthen healthcare capacity across the continent.
The latest recruitment drive reflects Amref’s continued commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery, advancing public health innovation, and supporting professional development within the health sector. Below is a detailed overview of the current vacancies and their respective responsibilities.
Intern – Fistula Programme
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Internship
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Introduction to the Role
The Fistula Programme Intern position is designed for individuals interested in maternal health, community health programming, and public health systems strengthening. The internship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience supporting health programmes that address obstetric fistula and related maternal health challenges.
The role focuses on assisting the project team in delivering programme activities, supporting survivor follow-up initiatives, contributing to advocacy and awareness campaigns, and assisting with research and documentation activities related to the programme.
Detailed Job Description
Programme Support Activities
The intern will support the implementation of programme activities designed to improve access to fistula treatment and community awareness. Key responsibilities include assisting the programme team in organizing activities within health facilities and community settings, supporting survivor follow-up processes through communication and documentation, and facilitating the scheduling of surgeries with designated treatment facilities.
The intern will also assist in the development of advocacy and awareness materials aimed at promoting community understanding of obstetric fistula, reducing stigma, and encouraging affected individuals to seek treatment.
Logistical Support
The role involves supporting administrative and logistical coordination for programme activities. The intern will assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and community engagement events associated with the programme.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining programme records, ensuring accurate filing systems for project documentation, and assisting in the management of supplies required for fistula treatment and programme activities.
Research and Knowledge Management
The intern will contribute to programme monitoring and knowledge management processes by assisting with data entry and basic analysis related to programme activities. The role will also involve organizing policy documents, meeting notes, and strategic materials used by the programme team.
The intern will support the preparation of knowledge products, including simple policy briefs and presentations developed under supervision.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Project Intern – Africa Health Collaborative (AHC)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Internship
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Introduction to the Role
The AHC Project Intern will support the Africa Health Collaborative programme, which focuses on strengthening community-based healthcare delivery and promoting health entrepreneurship. The programme operates across Nairobi, Machakos, Nakuru, and Kiambu counties and emphasizes community engagement, training, and innovation within primary healthcare systems.
This internship provides an opportunity to participate in real-world project implementation, including training coordination, monitoring activities, documentation, and administrative support.
Detailed Job Description
Project Implementation Support
The intern will support the delivery of entrepreneurship training programmes and experiential learning activities conducted under the AHC initiative. Responsibilities include assisting in the organization of workshops and community training sessions, coordinating meetings with health facilities and community groups, and supporting documentation of project activities.
The intern will also participate in internal project meetings and assist in documenting meeting minutes and action points.
Monitoring, Documentation and Learning
The role involves supporting monitoring and evaluation activities associated with the programme. The intern will assist in tracking project outputs and outcomes, maintaining training databases, and documenting best practices and lessons learned during programme implementation.
The intern will also contribute to the preparation of periodic project reports and knowledge products that support programme learning and continuous improvement.
Administrative and Logistics Support
The intern will support administrative procedures associated with project implementation, including assisting with logistical arrangements for meetings, training sessions, and workshops. The role also includes supporting coordination activities across project teams and contributing to general administrative tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Operations Intern – AMREF Flying Doctors
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Internship
Introduction to the Role
AMREF Flying Doctors operates one of the leading aero-medical services in Africa, providing emergency medical evacuations, inter-hospital transfers, and medical repatriation services worldwide. Based at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, the organization operates a fleet of dedicated air ambulance aircraft and maintains a 24-hour operational environment.
The Operations Intern will assist in coordinating flight operations and supporting administrative processes within the operations department. The role offers exposure to aviation operations, emergency medical logistics, and regulatory compliance processes within the aero-medical sector.
Detailed Job Description
Flight Operations Coordination
The intern will support the flight operations team in coordinating daily flight activities while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and operational procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with flight planning processes, supporting dispatch operations, and ensuring timely submission of flight plans.
The intern will also assist in facilitating clearance processes for flights by delivering manifests to immigration offices and coordinating documentation requirements.
Operational Records Management
The role involves maintaining operational records related to flight activities. The intern will assist in updating flight logs, aircrew records, and other operational documentation for inbound and outbound flights.
Additionally, the intern will support data entry processes by recording flight information within the organization’s database system and filing operational documents following completed missions.
Communication and Administrative Support
The intern will assist in establishing radio communications between ground operations and aircraft commanders when necessary. The role also includes providing administrative support to the operations department, including organizing departmental resources and assisting with other operational tasks assigned by supervisors.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Nursing Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Introduction to the Role
The Nursing Officer position at Amref International University Medical Centre focuses on providing comprehensive nursing care to students, faculty, staff, and community members accessing healthcare services at the university.
The role combines clinical service delivery with health promotion, administrative support, and participation in community outreach initiatives designed to enhance public health awareness.
Detailed Job Description
Clinical Assessment and Patient Triage
The Nursing Officer will conduct patient assessments to determine care needs and develop individualized care plans based on clinical evaluations. Responsibilities include monitoring patient responses to treatment, documenting clinical findings, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
The role also requires monitoring vital signs, neurological status, laboratory results, and radiological evaluations to ensure appropriate patient management.
Clinical Nursing Care
The nurse will administer medications according to clinical protocols, monitor patient responses, and report adverse reactions when necessary. The role includes supporting medical procedures performed by medical officers, maintaining airway management systems, and assisting with therapeutic interventions such as oxygen therapy and nebulization.
The Nursing Officer will also provide patient education and counseling to support treatment adherence and promote healthy behaviours.
Administrative and Operational Support
The role includes maintaining accurate documentation of clinical services, ensuring efficient utilization of medical resources, and assisting in the management of clinic inventory and equipment.
Additional responsibilities include contributing to clinic reporting systems, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and assisting in the overall management of the medical centre.
Health Promotion and Community Engagement
The Nursing Officer will participate in health promotion activities, including wellness campaigns, health talks, and outreach events organized by the university. The role also involves collaborating with marketing teams to develop health awareness materials and supporting community engagement initiatives.
Closing Date: 17 March 2026
Tutorial Fellow – Nursing and Midwifery (Midwifery)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Introduction to the Role
The Tutorial Fellow position supports academic delivery within the Department of Nursing and Midwifery at Amref International University. The role involves teaching, curriculum development, research participation, and academic mentorship for students pursuing nursing and midwifery training.
Detailed Job Description
Teaching and Training
The Tutorial Fellow will deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in the field of midwifery. Responsibilities include preparing teaching materials, facilitating student learning activities, and ensuring that academic programmes meet institutional standards.
Curriculum Development
The role involves participating in the development and review of nursing curricula to ensure alignment with current healthcare practices and regulatory standards.
Research and Innovation
The Tutorial Fellow will participate in departmental research activities and contribute to knowledge dissemination through publications, presentations, and academic collaborations.
Student Mentorship and Supervision
The role includes supervising students during clinical placements, mentoring learners throughout their academic journey, and supporting academic progression within the programme.
Closing Date: 18 March 2026
Tutorial Fellow – Medical Surgical Nursing
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Introduction to the Role
This academic position focuses on delivering teaching and training in the specialized area of Medical Surgical Nursing. The Tutorial Fellow will contribute to academic programme delivery, research initiatives, and mentorship of nursing students.
Detailed Job Description
Teaching responsibilities include facilitating classroom instruction, supporting practical clinical training, and developing learning resources. The role also involves supervising student projects and ensuring that training programmes comply with professional standards and accreditation requirements.
The Tutorial Fellow will also engage in professional development activities and participate in departmental initiatives designed to strengthen academic programmes and research capacity.
Closing Date: 18 March 2026
Laboratory Course Coordinator
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Introduction to the Role
The Laboratory Course Coordinator will provide academic leadership for laboratory science programmes within Amref International University. The role focuses on curriculum development, laboratory management, academic coordination, and quality assurance within the programme area.
Detailed Job Description
Academic Leadership
The coordinator will lead curriculum design, development of teaching strategies, and establishment of learning outcomes for laboratory science programmes.
Laboratory Management
Responsibilities include overseeing laboratory facilities, managing equipment inventory, coordinating procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with laboratory quality standards.
Programme Development and Evaluation
The coordinator will monitor programme performance through student outcomes, satisfaction levels, and employment metrics while implementing improvements to enhance programme quality.
Staff Supervision and Programme Coordination
The role includes managing academic staff within the programme area, coordinating teaching responsibilities, and ensuring effective delivery of laboratory training components.
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Project Officer – Capacity Building (Non-Communicable Diseases)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Introduction to the Role
The Project Officer will support Amref’s Urban Health Project focused on improving healthcare services in informal settlements in Nairobi and Nakuru. The programme addresses prevalent health conditions such as non-communicable diseases, malnutrition, and WASH-related illnesses.
Detailed Job Description
Capacity Building and Training
The role involves assessing training needs among healthcare workers and developing capacity-building programmes to strengthen service delivery.
Programme Implementation
The Project Officer will coordinate training activities, supervise health workers, and support the deployment of e-learning platforms for professional development.
Monitoring and Reporting
Responsibilities include developing monitoring tools, analyzing service delivery data, and preparing reports on programme performance and outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement
The role requires collaboration with the Ministry of Health, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations to support effective implementation of project initiatives.
Closing Date: 22 March 2026
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter explaining their suitability for the role together with an updated curriculum vitae highlighting relevant experience and skills.
Applicants should ensure that applications are submitted before the respective deadlines indicated for each position.
Amref Health Africa, Amref International University, and AMREF Flying Doctors emphasize that they do not charge any application or recruitment fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communications are issued only through official email domains associated with the respective organizations.
All three organizations are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. They promote diversity in the workplace and maintain a non-smoking work environment.
