The County Government of Kwale, through the County Public Service Board (CPSB), has announced multiple permanent and pensionable employment opportunities within the Department of Health Services. The recruitment drive seeks to strengthen healthcare service delivery across the county by hiring qualified professionals in various medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, laboratory, rehabilitation, engineering, nutrition, emergency response, and public health disciplines.
A total of 19 different positions have been advertised, offering opportunities for both early-career professionals and experienced healthcare specialists. These vacancies present an opportunity for successful candidates to contribute to quality healthcare services while serving residents of Kwale County.
Below is a detailed overview of all the advertised positions.
1. Kenya Registered Nurse III – 36 Positions
Kenya Registered Nurse III is one of the largest recruitment categories in this advertisement, reflecting the county’s commitment to improving nursing services across health facilities. The officer will provide comprehensive nursing care to patients while ensuring adherence to professional standards, Ministry of Health guidelines, and nursing ethics.
Key duties include:
- Providing quality nursing care to patients in hospitals and health centres.
- Conducting patient assessments and documenting medical observations.
- Administering prescribed medication and treatment.
- Monitoring patient recovery and reporting any changes in condition.
- Preparing patients for medical procedures and surgeries.
- Assisting doctors and clinical officers during treatment.
- Maintaining accurate nursing records.
- Educating patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Supervising infection prevention and control measures.
- Ensuring proper handling of medical equipment and supplies.
- Participating in emergency response within healthcare facilities.
- Supporting maternal, child health, outpatient, inpatient and specialized services depending on deployment.
2. Medical Laboratory Technologist III – 10 Positions
Medical Laboratory Technologists are responsible for providing laboratory diagnostic services that support patient care and disease management.
Their responsibilities include:
- Collecting, receiving and processing laboratory specimens.
- Conducting laboratory tests according to established procedures.
- Preparing laboratory reagents.
- Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
- Recording and interpreting laboratory findings.
- Maintaining laboratory quality assurance standards.
- Ensuring biosafety and waste management procedures are observed.
- Preparing laboratory reports.
- Participating in disease surveillance activities.
- Maintaining laboratory inventory.
3. Registered Clinical Officer III – 14 Positions
The Registered Clinical Officer III will offer clinical diagnosis, treatment and preventive healthcare services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Examining patients and making clinical diagnoses.
- Prescribing appropriate treatment.
- Referring complicated cases.
- Performing minor surgical procedures where applicable.
- Managing outpatient services.
- Maintaining patient medical records.
- Providing health education.
- Participating in disease surveillance.
- Responding to emergencies.
- Supporting public health programmes.
4. Medical Officer – 6 Positions
Medical Officers provide comprehensive medical services in hospitals and other health facilities.
Responsibilities include:
- Diagnosing and treating patients.
- Conducting ward rounds.
- Managing emergency cases.
- Performing medical procedures.
- Supervising junior healthcare workers.
- Developing patient treatment plans.
- Participating in public health programmes.
- Maintaining patient documentation.
- Supporting disease prevention initiatives.
- Providing clinical leadership.
5. Nutrition and Dietetics Technologist III – 3 Positions
The officer will promote proper nutrition and dietary management among patients and communities.
Key duties include:
- Conducting nutritional assessments.
- Preparing therapeutic diets.
- Offering nutrition counselling.
- Monitoring patient nutritional progress.
- Promoting healthy eating practices.
- Supporting maternal and child nutrition programmes.
- Maintaining nutrition records.
- Participating in nutrition education campaigns.
6. Assistant Public Health Officer III – 4 Positions
Assistant Public Health Officers play an important role in disease prevention and environmental health.
Their responsibilities include:
- Conducting public health inspections.
- Monitoring sanitation standards.
- Supporting disease prevention programmes.
- Investigating disease outbreaks.
- Promoting hygiene practices.
- Carrying out community health education.
- Monitoring environmental health risks.
- Preparing inspection reports.
- Supporting public health campaigns.
7. Medical Engineering Technologist III – 2 Positions
Medical Engineering Technologists ensure hospital equipment operates efficiently and safely.
Responsibilities include:
- Installing medical equipment.
- Carrying out preventive maintenance.
- Repairing faulty equipment.
- Maintaining maintenance records.
- Conducting equipment inspections.
- Supporting equipment calibration.
- Advising on equipment replacement.
- Ensuring equipment safety standards.
8. Pharmacist – 1 Position
The Pharmacist will oversee pharmaceutical services within assigned health facilities.
Key duties include:
- Dispensing medicines.
- Reviewing prescriptions.
- Advising patients on medication use.
- Monitoring drug safety.
- Managing pharmaceutical inventory.
- Supervising pharmacy operations.
- Ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.
- Maintaining pharmacy records.
9. Senior Registered Clinical Officer (Audiology) – 1 Position
This specialized officer will provide audiology assessment and hearing healthcare services.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting hearing assessments.
- Diagnosing hearing disorders.
- Managing hearing rehabilitation.
- Advising patients on hearing devices.
- Maintaining audiology records.
- Supporting hearing conservation programmes.
- Participating in community hearing screening.
10. Nursing Officer – 4 Positions
The Nursing Officer will supervise nursing services while ensuring quality patient care.
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating nursing activities.
- Supervising nursing staff.
- Managing patient care.
- Monitoring service quality.
- Implementing nursing standards.
- Preparing nursing reports.
- Supporting staff development.
- Ensuring efficient resource utilization.
11. Enrolled Nurse III – 10 Positions
Enrolled Nurses support healthcare teams by providing direct patient care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting patients with daily care.
- Administering medication as directed.
- Monitoring patients.
- Recording observations.
- Maintaining cleanliness within patient areas.
- Supporting emergency response.
- Providing health education.
- Maintaining nursing documentation.
12. Radiographer III – 4 Positions
Radiographers provide diagnostic imaging services.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing X-ray procedures.
- Preparing patients for imaging.
- Operating imaging equipment.
- Maintaining imaging records.
- Observing radiation safety procedures.
- Producing quality diagnostic images.
- Maintaining equipment functionality.
13. Assistant Health Records and Information Management Officer III – 5 Positions
The officer will manage patient health information and medical records.
Key duties include:
- Registering patients.
- Maintaining medical records.
- Updating patient information.
- Retrieving records when required.
- Supporting health information systems.
- Preparing health statistics.
- Ensuring confidentiality of records.
14. Orthopaedic Trauma Technologist III – 3 Positions
Responsibilities include:
- Applying casts and splints.
- Assisting in fracture management.
- Preparing orthopedic equipment.
- Educating patients on cast care.
- Supporting orthopedic clinics.
- Maintaining orthopedic supplies.
15. Physiotherapist III – 3 Positions
Physiotherapists provide rehabilitation services to restore patient mobility.
Their duties include:
- Assessing patients.
- Developing rehabilitation plans.
- Providing therapeutic exercises.
- Monitoring patient progress.
- Educating patients on rehabilitation.
- Maintaining therapy records.
16. Occupational Therapist III – 3 Positions
Occupational Therapists assist patients in regaining independence in daily living.
Responsibilities include:
- Assessing functional abilities.
- Designing rehabilitation programmes.
- Providing therapeutic interventions.
- Monitoring recovery progress.
- Advising patients and caregivers.
- Maintaining treatment documentation.
17. Orthopaedic Technologist III – 3 Positions
The officer will support orthopedic rehabilitation through assistive devices.
Key duties include:
- Fabricating orthopedic appliances.
- Repairing prosthetic devices.
- Fitting orthopedic equipment.
- Maintaining workshop equipment.
- Advising patients on appliance use.
- Keeping production records.
18. Pharmaceutical Technologist III – 4 Positions
Pharmaceutical Technologists support pharmacy services through medicine management and dispensing.
Responsibilities include:
- Dispensing medicines under supervision.
- Managing pharmaceutical stock.
- Preparing prescriptions.
- Recording pharmaceutical transactions.
- Advising patients on medicine use.
- Maintaining pharmacy cleanliness.
- Supporting inventory management.
- Ensuring proper medicine storage.
19. Senior Pharmaceutical Technologist (Oncology) – 1 Position
This specialized position supports oncology pharmaceutical services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing oncology medications.
- Managing chemotherapy drug handling procedures.
- Maintaining pharmaceutical safety standards.
- Monitoring oncology medicine inventory.
- Supporting oncology treatment services.
- Maintaining accurate pharmacy documentation.
- Ensuring compliance with oncology pharmaceutical protocols.
20. Senior Registered Nurse (Anaesthesia) – 5 Positions
The Senior Registered Nurse (Anaesthesia) provides specialized nursing support during surgical and critical care procedures.
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing patients for anaesthesia.
- Assisting anaesthetists during procedures.
- Monitoring patients before, during and after anaesthesia.
- Operating anaesthesia-related equipment.
- Maintaining patient safety throughout surgical procedures.
- Responding to emergencies during surgery.
- Maintaining anaesthesia records.
- Supervising infection prevention measures.
21. Assistant Community Health Officer III – 2 Positions
Assistant Community Health Officers promote preventive healthcare at community level.
Their duties include:
- Conducting community health education.
- Supporting disease prevention activities.
- Participating in household visits.
- Monitoring community health trends.
- Supporting immunization campaigns.
- Collecting health data.
- Mobilizing communities for health programmes.
- Preparing community health reports.
22. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – 6 Positions
Emergency Medical Technicians provide pre-hospital emergency medical services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responding to emergency medical calls.
- Providing first aid and life-saving interventions.
- Stabilizing patients before transportation.
- Operating ambulance equipment.
- Monitoring patients during transport.
- Communicating with receiving health facilities.
- Maintaining emergency response equipment.
- Preparing incident reports.
- Supporting disaster and emergency preparedness activities.
- Participating in emergency response drills and training.
Application Procedure
Applications should be submitted on or before Thursday, 23rd July 2026 at 4:30 PM in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the respective position and addressed to:
The Board Secretary/CEO
Kwale County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 4 – 80403
Kwale
Applications may be posted or hand delivered to the Kwale County Public Service Board Offices next to Kwale District Hospital and opposite Baraza Park in Kwale Town.
Applicants are required to attach copies of:
- National ID Card
- Academic and Professional Certificates
- Leaving Certificates and Other Testimonials
- Valid Practicing License
- Registration Certificates to the relevant Professional Body
Women and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
