- The Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) has extended an invitation to citizens of Kenya to submit applications for 21 available job openings.
- The country’s main public referral hospital requested potential and eligible applicants to send in their applications via the internet.
- Simon Ingari, a career counselor, recommended that job applicants should study and understand an organization's mission, vision, and core values prior to submitting their application.
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The Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) has announced 21 openings for both full-time and part-time positions for those looking for employment opportunities.
What's the deadline for KUTRRH job applications?
On Tuesday, March 18, an advertisement was featured in the government-owned newspaper MyGov. The public entity affiliated with the Ministry of Health invited eligible Kenyan citizens to apply for positions before Monday, April 7.
The Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is a state corporation affiliated with the Ministry of Health. It was established according to Legal Notice Number 4 under the State Corporations Act Cap 446.
"The hospital aims to attract motivated and competent candidates for both full-time and part-time roles as detailed below. Prospective applicants should exhibit dedication, commitment, and a proactive mindset," the advertisement stated.
What permanent job openings has KUTRRH announced?
Full-time jobs
KUTRRH is providing the mentioned roles with five-year renewable contracts.
- Intensive Care Unit nurse - eight roles.
- Midwifery nurse.
- Cardiac lab nurse - three roles.
- Two theatre nurse roles available.
Part-time jobs
- Anatomic/general pathologist.
- Neurologist.
- Bariatric surgeon.
- Pediatric intensivist/anesthesiologist.
- Breast surgeon.
- Paediatric gastroenterologist.
- Paediatric cardiothoracic surgeon.
How to submit an application for KUTRRH positions
The country’s main public referral hospital requested qualified candidates to apply online via its recruitment website.
KUTRRH asked applicants to include the job reference number in the email subject when submitting their applications.
The document highlighted that Kenyan applicants should include the application form, an application letter, their curriculum vitae, and their practicing license when submitting their applications for the positions via the Chief Executive Officer.
Successful applicants will need to provide:
- A certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
- Certification of clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Certificate of tax compliance issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- Approval from the Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
"Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification. KUTRRH upholds equality for all applicants. We actively encourage young individuals and persons with disabilities to submit their applications," the statement specified.
Before submitting job applications, what steps should candidates take?
Simon Ingari, a career counselor, recommended that Kenyans should investigate and understand an organization's mission, vision, and values prior to submitting their application for employment.
He suggested checking out the website for the most recent updates. According to him, this would assist candidates in preparing their responses to interview queries.
"Before entering the interview room, review the organization's profile, goals, vision, and mission statement on their website. This preparation will help you respond effectively when asked, ‘What do you know about our company?’ They expect you to succinctly summarize what you found online," he explained to CDR NEWS.co.ke.
What other organizations declared job openings?
As reported elsewhere, SBM Bank announced job opportunities for residents of Nairobi, Diani, and Eldoret.
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) likewise provided multiple employment openings.
Meanwhile, KCB promoted job opportunities with very strict submission timelines.