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Adult Infectious Disease Specialist

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital · Nairobi

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research HospitalNairobiPosted 11 November 2026

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Where
Nairobi, Kenya
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Job Purpose

To provide expert diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, support infection prevention and control (IPC), and contribute to antimicrobial stewardship.

Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage complex infectious diseases including HIV, TB, sepsis, and emerging infections.

Advise on antimicrobial therapy and lead antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.

Collaborate with IPC teams on surveillance, outbreak investigation, and containment measures.

Provide inpatient/outpatient consultations and liaison with ICU, oncology, and surgical services.

Guide vaccination, post-exposure prophylaxis, and occupational health recommendations.

Participate in development and review of guidelines, protocols, and training for ID and IPC.

Contribute to research, audits, and monitoring of resistance trends.

Teach and mentor trainees and allied health professionals.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.

Master of Medicine (MMed) in Internal Medicine from an institution recognized by KMPDC.

Fellowship/sub-specialty training in Infectious Diseases recognized by KMPDC.

Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.

Retention in the KMPDC register.

Valid Practice License from KMPDC for the stated specialty.

Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover.

Proficiency in computer applications.

Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

How to apply

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

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