Clinical Officer

Company Overview

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a United Nations specialized body dedicated to advancing public health around the world. It partners with governments and organizations to improve health systems, stop disease, and respond to health emergencies. WHO is known for evidence-based standards, health system support, and global work toward universal health coverage, all within a collaborative and purpose-driven workplace.

Role Summary

This full-time, on-site position in Nairobi is for a Clinical Officer who will deliver hands-on patient care in line with WHO protocols and national clinical guidelines. The role covers patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, along with support for clinical decision-making and coordination with doctors and other healthcare professionals.

Key Duties

• Provide direct clinical care, including evaluating patients, identifying conditions, prescribing treatment within scope, and arranging follow-up.
• Assist with minor procedures or small surgical interventions when appropriate and permitted by local regulations.
• Work closely with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Record consultations and maintain clear, accurate medical documentation.
• Contribute to quality assurance efforts and infection prevention practices.
• Support training, mentoring, and capacity-building for healthcare workers.
• Take part in public health activities, outreach efforts, and data collection for monitoring and evaluation when required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong clinical background in medicine and patient care, with the ability to assess, diagnose, and manage common conditions.
• Experience collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals in team-based settings.
• Capability to perform minor surgical or procedural tasks within the approved scope of practice.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and provide on-the-job support to clinical and support staff.
• Valid Clinical Officer qualification and current registration/licensing with the applicable national regulatory authority.
• Sound understanding of public health principles, WHO guidance, and national health policy frameworks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, along with strong documentation and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfort working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional local or regional languages is considered an advantage.
• Prior experience in humanitarian, low-resource, or public health settings is preferred.

Additional Information

This is a permanent full-time onsite role based in Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya.