Public Health in Kenya

EHSAKU Dinner 2026 KEHPHPU SG Brown Ashira & APHOK DSG Rachael Nyambura attended.

VIRTUAL INVITATION TO THE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SYMPOSIUM AND LAUNCH OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY GUIDELINES Thursday, June 11 · 8:00am – 2:00pm Time zone: Africa/Nairobi Google Meet joining video call link: https://meet.google.com/xcw-mjhb-ppi

Webinar: Enhancing Preparedness and Response Capacity in the Country RCCE & Safe and Dignified Burials for EVD Thursday, June 11, 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EAT Join the webinar via: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1776849670557UQEB785X1U Speaker: Topic Wyckliffe Matini: RCCE Eric Kitangala: Safe and Dignified Burials Moderator: Esther Bundi / Kanyina Evelyn Target audience: Frontline HCWs, Responders, Community Actors, Burial Teams

Pwani University has advertised for Laboratory Technician II Public Health Grade 7, in 2026. 🔗 https://www.pu.ac.ke/vacancies/Laboratory%20Technician%20II%20Public%20Health%20Grade%207.pdf Academic Qualification: 1. The candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health/Environmental Health or equivalent from an accredited and recognized institution. 2. Registered with the relevant regulatory body with a valid practicing license. Key Responsibilities: 1. Conducting and demonstrating practical sessions with students in the laboratory. 2. Assist in planning for field attachments for the public health students. 3. Organizing for field trips for public health students to be oriented in food industries, water treatment, premises inspection, meat inspection, port visits and other related activities and processes. 4. Assist in maintenance of an updated inventory of consumables and non-consumables in public health. 5. Trouble shooting for machine errors, general maintenance and internal calibration. 6. Supporting in departmental innovations, research and income generation activities. 7. Assist in ensuring the laboratory environment is safe. 8. Assist in budget preparation for teaching materials. 9. Performing any other duties as assigned by the Chairman of the department/supervisor. 10. Provide technical assistance to researchers. 11. Prepare and implement the use of SOPs in the laboratory. Skills The candidate must have the following: 1. Computer literacy. 2. Data and procedural skills. 3. Interpersonal skills. 4. Supervisory skills. Terms Of Service: Benefits for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependents, life insurance, opportunities for further development and training, and other regular allowances as determined by SRC. Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages) and copies of certificates. Applicants should also provide names and contact addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable of the competence of the applicant. Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to: The Vice Chancellor Pwani University P.O. Box 195-80108, Kilifi Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications is: Monday, 22nd June, 2026 Applications received later than this date will not be considered.

The Department of Health Services, Public Health led by the County Director of Health Dr. Bernard Sawek and the Director Public Health Mr. Leonard Lang'at successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), bringing together Public Health Officers from all the five sub counties to reflect on the program's journey and progress towards achieving preventative care, environmental safety, and equitable community design across the county. During the meeting, key achievements and milestones were highlighted, challenges affecting implementation of Public Health activities and practical strategies were proposed to address them. The meeting also provided an opportunity to chart a clear path forward, reaffirming Public Health commitment to growth, innovation, and sustainable impact in the communities it serves. Dr. Sawek, assuring the team of the full support from county leadership to ensure service delivery is realized. CG of Bomet

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Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni today hosted local leaders from Kikima, Mbooni Sub-County in Makueni County, led by Mr. Joseph Ndavi, who presented a memorandum seeking the establishment of a Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campus in the area. The leaders noted that the community has already invested in facilities intended to host the campus and has sustained the initiative for more than a decade. To advance the proposal, the Principal Secretary said the Ministry of Health will undertake a technical inspection of the facilities, support necessary improvements, and work towards the accreditation and operationalization of the campus. She commended the leaders for their commitment to the initiative and reaffirmed the Ministry’s support for viable, community-driven health training institutions. Also present at the meeting was Dr. Andrew Mulwa, Head of NASCOP in the Ministry of Health.

For the avoidance of doubt and notable lacuna, read PHOTC law with other relevant laws of Kenya. A PHO is a standards officer by default of registration and licencing by PHOTC. If you're a government PHO, you should go beyond bare minimums as someone with authority to enforce Public Health standards. This is a non-negotiable professional responsibility whether the law is clear or not. Law is subject to improvement and doesn't always apply in isolation. A PHO looking for employment or consultancy opportunities, you don't have to wait for the law for you to keep your professional authenticity and authority. This is not an advice or a fear message. You choose your world. Meanwhile, "professionals" can do better through formal enquiries, especially with regulators like PHOTC. Disclaimer! I owe no one a rant time or reply. L