The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has announced multiple career opportunities for qualified and experienced professionals seeking to contribute to the strengthening of Kenya’s healthcare supply chain systems. As a state corporation mandated to procure, warehouse, and distribute medical commodities to public health facilities across the country, KEMSA plays a critical role in ensuring access to essential medicines and health products.
These vacancies present an opportunity for professionals to be part of a dynamic institution focused on efficiency, transparency, and improved healthcare outcomes. The positions cut across finance, accounts, records management, regulatory affairs, and corporate governance functions, reflecting the Authority’s commitment to strengthening internal systems and regulatory compliance.
The available roles include senior leadership, management, and technical positions. Each role carries significant responsibility in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory adherence, and strategic alignment with national health priorities.
Below is a detailed breakdown of all the advertised positions, including their respective job descriptions and responsibilities.
- Assistant Director, Accounts
Reference: KEMSA/HR/ACC/03/2026
The Assistant Director, Accounts will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations within the Authority. The role is strategic in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and efficient management of financial resources.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the preparation and maintenance of financial records, books of accounts, and financial statements
- Ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, public finance management regulations, and statutory requirements
- Supervising the reconciliation of accounts, including bank reconciliations and ledger balances
- Coordinating the preparation of periodic financial reports for management and stakeholders
- Monitoring expenditure against approved budgets and providing variance analysis
- Supporting internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and responses
- Strengthening internal controls to safeguard financial resources and ensure accountability
- Guiding and supervising accounting staff to enhance performance and productivity
- Ensuring timely processing of payments and proper documentation of financial transactions
- Advising management on financial matters and contributing to financial strategy formulation
- Assistant Director, Finance
Reference: KEMSA/HR/FIN/03/2026
The Assistant Director, Finance will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. The position supports strategic financial management and ensures sustainability of operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Leading the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
- Coordinating financial planning processes and aligning them with organizational objectives
- Monitoring financial performance and providing insights for decision-making
- Managing cash flow to ensure availability of funds for operational needs
- Developing financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance
- Providing financial analysis and advisory services to senior management
- Ensuring adherence to government financial regulations and guidelines
- Coordinating with other departments to support financial management initiatives
- Reviewing and approving financial reports before submission to relevant authorities
- Supporting resource mobilization initiatives and financial sustainability strategies
- Deputy Director, Records Management
Reference: KEMSA/HR/RM/03/2026
The Deputy Director, Records Management will oversee the development and implementation of records management systems within the Authority. The role ensures proper documentation, storage, retrieval, and disposal of records in line with legal and organizational requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Developing and implementing records management policies and procedures
- Overseeing classification, indexing, and storage of both physical and electronic records
- Ensuring compliance with records management laws and regulations
- Managing records lifecycle processes, including archiving and disposal
- Implementing digital records management systems and ensuring data security
- Coordinating access to records while maintaining confidentiality and integrity
- Training staff on records management practices and systems
- Conducting audits of records management systems to ensure compliance
- Collaborating with departments to streamline documentation processes
- Advising management on best practices in records management and information governance
- Director, Quality Assurance, Research & Regulatory Affairs
Reference: KEMSA/HR/QAR&RA/03/2026
This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and research initiatives within the Authority. The Director will oversee systems that guarantee the safety, efficacy, and quality of medical supplies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Developing and implementing quality assurance frameworks and policies
- Ensuring compliance with national and international regulatory standards
- Overseeing research activities related to medical supplies and healthcare products
- Coordinating regulatory approvals and ensuring adherence to legal requirements
- Managing quality control processes across procurement, storage, and distribution
- Leading inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
- Collaborating with regulatory bodies and stakeholders in the health sector
- Providing strategic direction on quality assurance and regulatory matters
- Supervising teams involved in quality assurance and research functions
- Reporting on quality performance and regulatory compliance to senior management
- Officer, Board Secretariat
Reference: KEMSA/HR/OBS/4/2026
The Officer, Board Secretariat will support corporate governance functions by facilitating board operations and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinating board meetings, including scheduling and logistics
- Preparing and distributing board papers, agendas, and minutes
- Maintaining accurate records of board proceedings and decisions
- Supporting the implementation of board resolutions
- Ensuring compliance with corporate governance policies and regulations
- Managing communication between the board and management
- Maintaining confidentiality of board information and documents
- Assisting in the preparation of governance reports
- Supporting committees of the board in their functions
- Providing administrative support to the board secretariat
- Principal, Research and Regulatory Affairs Officer
Reference: KEMSA/HR/QAR&RA/4/2026
The Principal, Research and Regulatory Affairs Officer will support research and regulatory functions within the Authority. The role contributes to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and enhancing evidence-based decision-making.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supporting the development and implementation of research initiatives
- Coordinating regulatory processes related to medical supplies and products
- Monitoring compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines
- Conducting research and analysis to inform policy and operational decisions
- Preparing reports on research findings and regulatory matters
- Collaborating with stakeholders in the health and regulatory sectors
- Supporting inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
- Maintaining documentation related to regulatory approvals and research activities
- Assisting in the development of policies and procedures for regulatory compliance
- Providing technical support to teams involved in quality assurance and research
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed job descriptions and submit their applications through the official KEMSA recruitment portal. Applicants should ensure that all required documents are submitted as per the application guidelines provided by the Authority.
KEMSA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
