The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and density of 682. Administratively, it is divided into twelve sub counties, sixty wards, one hundred and eighty seven Village Units and four hundred Community Administrative Areas. Politically, it comprises of twelve constituencies and sixty wards. The climate in this region is very conducive for many activities including crop and animal production. County Vision A wealthy and vibrant county offering high quality services to its residents County Mission To improve the welfare of the people of Kakamega county through formulation and implementation of all-inclusive multi-sectoral policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties of an officer at this level will entail;

• Undertaking general diagnosis, care, treatment and rehabilitation of patients; carrying out specialized clinical care;
• Providing psycho-social interventions providing clinical services to patients;
• Training, consulting and performing surgeries in various health facilities;
• Carrying out forensic and medico-legal services;
• Coordinating disease surveillance, prevention, and control; coordinating health education and promotion;
• Implementing health projects and programmes;
• Maintaining up-to-date health information systems;
• Monitoring provision of health treatment and care;
• Undertaking health research; and
• Analyzing medical reports.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Served in the position of Assistant Director of Medical Services/Medical Specialist II, Job Group, CPSB 05/‘P’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B; Ch.B.) degree from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
• Masters of Medicine (Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery);
• Certificate of Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
• Valid practicing license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications skills from a recognized institution