VACANCY –MEDICAL OFFICER

Kenya Red Cross Society is a leading humanitarian organization sustainably promoting the well being, health and resilience of communities in Kenya.

The Society is looking for qualified persons to fill the position of:

Reporting to: Health Service Coordinator

Location: Nairobi

Overall Purpose

The medical officer is a general practitioner, appropriately qualified and registered medical professional with knowledge and skills to provide personal, family and community orientated comprehensive primary and secondary health care services to individuals. MO is responsible for providing patient-centred, culturally appropriate, and individual holistic care to a defined population.

Duties And Responsibilities

SCOPE OF THE ROLE:

Responsible for provide medical officer services to all patients

KEY RESPONSIBILIITES

Review program activities and priorities on a regular basis updating the HSC on gaps and/or provide recommendations on how to improve quality of services Attend to urgent medical services including resuscitation, stabilization and assessment and diagnosis, treatment and referral as necessary Assess the urgency and severity of presenting problems through history taking, examination and investigation Recommending and, where appropriate, undertaking treatment options and carrying out/referring for appropriate interventions and procedures, including but not limited to prescribing, minor surgery and other general practice procedures, counselling, psychological interventions, advising and education Provide timely clinical and culturally appropriate health services through appropriate evidence-based screening, risk assessment and early detection of illness, disease and disability Working with public health providers in the prevention and control of communicable diseases for individuals and families Provide ongoing care and support for people with chronic and terminal conditions to reduce deterioration, increase independence and reduce suffering linking, where relevant, with appropriate service providers Comply with established health and safety policies with regard to handling of instruments, storage of drugs and disposal of sharps and other potentially dangerous equipment and substances Liaise with nursing staff regularly to check on patient progress, or more frequently if their condition necessitates To see patients at the request of nurses in charge and carry out examinations of patients Supervise the daily clinical management of all patients in conjunction with the nurse team leaders and attend all post-operative patients on day of operation and every day following Conduct daily ward rounds in the hospital, and regular reviews of in-patients where necessary Ensure patient management is in line with the set MOH, WHO and NACADA guidelines and protocols Conduct special outpatient clinics in the hospital on the allocated days every week i.e. SOPC, GOPC, HRC, POPC, and MOPC Attend to all medical legal cases, including filling of P3 forms and attend court sessions as required Attend to sexual assault survivors on a timely basis in the GBV Support Centre Monitor closely the morbidity and mortality trends together with all the other health indicators in the HMIS to ensure that prompt actions are taken

Desired competencies

Demonstrate high levels of integrity Technical skills Ability to communicate Report writing skills Interpersonal Skills Professional ethics with high sense of confidentiality Ability to coach, mentor, and support team success while seeking continuous learning

Education and experience

Over two (2) years’ experience working in refugee operations or relevant field Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized University At least two (3) years experience of working in a busy hospital Valid practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board

Application Procedure

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply strictly through the Kenya Red Cross website or link https://redcross.applytojob.com/apply/47fNZeglUq/Medical-Officer-Dadaab to reach us not later than 15th June 2026; by submitting application letter, updated curriculum vitae and the contact details of three work related referees (one of whom must be the immediate supervisor), along with copies of your National ID card, professional license, and relevant academic certificates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job disclaimer and notification:

Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview. Kenya Red Cross Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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