Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant position within the Department of Health Services.
Mortuary Technician/Mortician III – Job Group CPSB 12/‘G’ (3 Posts)
Department: Health Services
Application Deadline: 10th October 2025
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Remuneration: CPSB 12 – Kshs. 23,700 x1,040 – 24,740 x1,070 – 25,810 x1,090 – 26,900 x1,110 – 28,010 x1,120 – 29,130 x1,150 – 30,280 x1,170 – 31,450 per month
Job Purpose
The position of Mortuary Technician/Mortician III provides essential services in the management and handling of deceased persons within public health facilities in Kakamega County. The role ensures the maintenance of dignity, professional handling of bodies, compliance with health standards, and provision of necessary support to families and medical personnel during sensitive and critical moments.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Mortuary Technician/Mortician III will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in line with established county health guidelines and professional standards:
- Collection and transfer of bodies from hospital wards and other designated areas to the mortuary.
- Assisting in the preparation and performance of autopsy procedures under the supervision of medical officers or pathologists.
- Carrying out body embalming procedures, admission of bodies to the mortuary, and dispatch of bodies to families or designated representatives.
- Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining mortuary facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Cleaning and maintaining mortuary equipment, conducting body reconstruction procedures where required, and ensuring readiness of equipment for continuous operations.
- Wrapping deceased bodies in mortuary sheets, labelling them appropriately, and storing them in cold storage rooms to preserve their condition.
- Maintaining and updating mortuary registers and other official records relating to receipt, custody, and release of deceased bodies in the facility.
Requirements for Appointment
To be considered for appointment to the position of Mortuary Technician/Mortician III, a candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
- A minimum of KCSE Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent.
- A Certificate in Mortuary Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A valid license issued by the Kenya Health Professionals Oversight Authority.
- A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
This position provides a critical service within the County Health Services Department by supporting both medical operations and the community in managing deceased persons with professionalism and dignity.
