Job opportunities continue to grow across various professional fields, creating space for individuals who are ready to contribute their expertise in healthcare, research, and medical support services. The following vacancies offer a chance for qualified professionals to join respected institutions at different levels of responsibility. Each role outlined below presents unique responsibilities and opportunities for meaningful contribution. Interested candidates are invited to review the job descriptions carefully and submit applications before the respective deadlines indicated.
This advert provides an overview of several open positions, including a Locum Dental Surgeon for the Outreach Clinic in Makindu, a Field Enumerator for the KIPMAT project under the IHD Office, a Manager for the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD), and a Wound Care Nurse within the Surgery Department. Each position includes detailed responsibilities to guide applicants in understanding the scope of work and expectations. The roles differ in work locations, durations, and areas of specialization, yet all contribute significantly to strengthening healthcare delivery and community support programs.
The following sections provide detailed descriptions of each role, arranged in a clear and easy-to-read format to ensure prospective applicants can identify the opportunity best suited to their skills and interests.
Locum Dental Surgeon
Requisition ID: 250003SJ
Work Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Job Posting Date: 09/12/2025
Closing Date: 31/12/2025
The Locum Dental Surgeon position is intended to support the Outreach Clinic in Makindu, providing essential dental care services to patients within the program. The role requires an individual who can operate in a community-oriented environment, offering patient assessment, treatment, preventive care, and health education.
Job Description
The Locum Dental Surgeon will be responsible for delivering comprehensive dental services to patients attending the Outreach Clinic. Key responsibilities include patient evaluations, diagnosis of oral health conditions, treatment planning, and providing both emergency and routine dental care.
The role involves performing dental procedures such as extractions, fillings, prophylaxis, and minor oral surgeries as required. The Dental Surgeon must also ensure adherence to clinical protocols, infection prevention standards, and safe patient management practices during all procedures.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate patient records, guiding patients on post-treatment care, and fostering a positive clinical experience. The position requires collaboration with other clinic staff to ensure smooth coordination of patient flow and to support wider outreach health programs. The Dental Surgeon may also participate in oral health awareness sessions or community education initiatives when required by the clinic.
Applicants should be prepared to work independently in some situations, recognizing the nature of outreach programs where resources and support can vary depending on location and demand. The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on underserved communities through the provision of accessible, quality dental care.
Field Enumerator, KIPMAT, IHD Office
Requisition ID: 250003D0
Work Location: Kenya
Job Posting Date: 09/12/2025
Closing Date: 14/12/2025
The Field Enumerator role under the KIPMAT project within the IHD Office is essential to community-level data collection and research efforts. This opportunity suits individuals interested in supporting population studies, social research, and program monitoring activities.
Job Description
The Field Enumerator will be responsible for collecting accurate field data in accordance with the guidelines and methodologies set out by the KIPMAT project team. This work includes conducting household visits, engaging with respondents in a professional and respectful manner, administering questionnaires, and recording responses precisely.
Enumerators will be required to understand the data collection tools thoroughly, whether digital or paper-based, to ensure the validity and reliability of the information gathered. The position involves working closely with supervisors to obtain assignments, clarify instructions, and submit completed work within established timelines.
Additionally, the Field Enumerator must observe strict ethical standards when interacting with communities. This includes maintaining confidentiality, ensuring voluntary participation, and avoiding any form of coercion or misrepresentation during the data collection process. Enumerators must also be prepared to travel between assigned locations, sometimes to remote areas, and must manage field challenges such as varying weather conditions or accessibility limitations.
Other responsibilities include reporting field progress regularly, addressing any inconsistencies in data promptly, and providing feedback to improve data collection procedures. The role is vital to generating insights that inform project planning, policy decisions, and program improvement.
Manager, CSSD
Requisition ID: 250003MO
Work Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Job Posting Date: 04/12/2025
Closing Date: 21/12/2025
The Manager for the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) oversees a critical function within healthcare operations. This position ensures that all surgical and medical equipment is sterilized, maintained, and distributed efficiently to support clinical departments.
Job Description
The CSSD Manager will be responsible for leading and managing all sterilization activities within the department. The role encompasses planning, organizing, supervising, and coordinating the processing and distribution of sterile and non-sterile supplies to various clinical units.
The manager must develop and implement effective operational workflows, ensuring that all equipment undergoes proper decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and storage in accordance with established protocols. Monitoring the functionality of sterilization equipment, scheduling maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection prevention standards form a core part of the responsibilities.
Additionally, the CSSD Manager will oversee staff within the department, including assigning duties, supervising performance, conducting staff training, and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures. The manager also plays a role in evaluating sterilization outcomes, maintaining accurate inventories of instruments and supplies, and preparing reports for senior management.
In collaboration with clinical teams, the manager will help plan instrument needs for surgical procedures, participate in quality assurance audits, and ensure consistent availability of sterile equipment for ongoing medical services.
The role requires high attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and strong coordination skills to maintain uninterrupted support for clinical operations. By ensuring the safety and reliability of medical instruments, the CSSD Manager contributes directly to quality patient care and overall hospital efficiency.
Wound Care Nurse, Surgery
Requisition ID: 250003FQ
Work Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Job Posting Date: 04/12/2025
Closing Date: 19/12/2025
The Wound Care Nurse within the Surgery Department plays a vital supportive role in managing patients with acute and chronic wounds. This position requires a clinician with a strong understanding of wound assessment, treatment planning, and patient monitoring.
Job Description
The Wound Care Nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate wound care management for surgical patients and others requiring specialized wound support. Responsibilities include conducting thorough wound assessments, documenting findings, and developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and surgical recommendations.
The role involves performing wound cleaning, dressing changes, debridement where appropriate, and monitoring healing progression. The nurse must also track patient responses to treatment and make recommendations for modifications when needed. The Wound Care Nurse works collaboratively with surgeons, physicians, and other nursing staff to ensure continuity of care and optimal healing outcomes.
The position further includes educating patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, infection prevention, and signs of complications. Accurate documentation is essential, including maintaining wound care records, updating charts, and contributing to case discussions when required.
Another important aspect of the role is participating in quality improvement activities, such as reviewing wound care practices, contributing to protocol development, and supporting infection control initiatives. The nurse may also help in training other healthcare staff on wound management techniques and evidence-based practices.
By delivering specialized clinical care, the Wound Care Nurse supports patient recovery, minimizes complications, and promotes improved surgical outcomes.
