Public Health Officer

The Kenya Red Cross is seeking a Public Health Officer in Dadaab, Kenya. The role involves managing community health programs, monitoring refugee health status, and providing leadership to community health workers. Key responsibilities include disease surveillance, public health inspections, capacity building, and conducting community health outreach. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in community-based programs. The position emphasizes strong communication and leadership skills.
INTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya. Our mission is to timely, effectively, and innovatively deliver humanitarian services with respect, in solidarity and accountability to our stakeholders, our communities and affected populations.


The Society is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the following position:


Position Title
:
Public Health Officer
Reporting to
:
Community Health/Outreach Coordinator
Location:
Dadaab
The Public health officer will be responsible for steering the community health program through existing community health units. Observe and monitor health status of the refugee populations to recognize and solve public health needs. Provide leadership and mentorship role to community health workers and notify, educate and empower refugee populations regarding health problems.


Key Responsibilities.



Implement community health strategy approach and ensure creation of health demand at the community.
Carry out disease surveillance and response activities at the hospital and community level.
Conduct public health sanitary and hygiene inspections at the hospital and community and develop reports for timely response.
Capacity build, mentor and supervise community health workforce.
Develop, maintain and monitor infection prevention measures and guidelines for the hospital
Conduct and supervise weekly and monthly community engagement activities like community dialogue and action days.
Take a lead role in the event of disease outbreaks and ensure adherence to public health prevention measures.
Supervise and conduct mass immunization campaigns for vaccine preventable diseases.
Plan, supervise and conduct community health outreaches and create awareness on emerging public health issues at the community level.
Represent the society in attending public health coordination meetings, both internal and interagency meetings.
Contribute to effective program reporting.
Conduct any other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development, Environmental Health, Human Ecology or equivalent qualifications with certificate in project management
Over three (3) years’ experience in planning, implementing and evaluating community-based programs in emergency/relief context
Voluntary working experience

Technical and other Competences

Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills
Have insight into various public health issues
Should be a team player and culturally sensitive
Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and utilization of the internet
Demonstrate ability of proposal/budget making and grant management
Excellent report writing skills
Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives
Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations

Equal Opportunity
The Kenya Red Cross Society are equal opportunity employer and does not charge/accept any amount or security deposits from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, race, or disability.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply strictly through the link below by sharing CV and cover letter.
https://redcross.applytojob.com/apply/y1Dk1F2eFx/Public-Health-Officer
To reach us not later than 11th of June 2026.


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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