Tharaka Nithi County is one of the forty seven (47) counties in Kenya. It borders the Counties of Embu to the South and South West, Meru to the North and North East, Kirinyiga and Nyeri to the West and Kitui to the East and South East. The county lies between latitude 000 07′ and 000 26′ South and between longitudes 370 19′ and 370 46′ East. The County is approximately 2,662.1 Km2; including the shared Mt Kenya forest estimated to have 360Km2 in Tharaka Nithi County. In addition to shared common Identity we share a common responsibility too – Build social cohesion, by encouraging inter community dialogue and understanding – Promote economic growth – Create a community’s competitive edge in all sectors of our Nation’s development.

Requirements for appointment

•  Be a Kenyan citizen;
•  Be a holder of a Degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) from university recognized in Kenya;
•  Must have completed a Master’s Degree in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from a university recognized in Kenya;
•  Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council;
•  Have a Valid Practicing License;
•  Be of acceptable moral and professional standing.

Duties and responsibilities

• The Obstetrician/ Gynaecologist will be responsible to the employer andthe supervisor for the following:
•  Provide facility Leadership and Management for the CountyHospitals;
•  Develop and plan projects and activities geared towards provision of quality Obstetric and Gynecological care and ensure their implementation;
•  Maintain confidentiality of patient information and management;
•  Provide guidance on best practices for the facilities;
•  Provide OB-GYN consultation for women of all ages requiring specialized care from County Hospitals;
•  Lead Sexual Reproductive Health projects within the organization including cervical cancer management, teenage Sexual Reproductive Health management and Maternal, Newborn and child health services;
•  Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures and manuals are up todate and are adhered to;
•  Provide timely monthly and quarterly reports to the County HealthManagement;
•  Monitor program performance and inform areas of learning for continuous quality improvement;
•  Develop and monitor facility budgets and revenues and providequarterly financial reports;
•  Organize Continuous Medical Education sessions for Medics in allthe Centers;
•  Available at any time in case of emergencies;
•  Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor