Careers At Equity Afia

The supplied vacancy notice lists five full-time opportunities at Equity Afia in Nairobi and Nakuru, covering pharmaceutical services, business development, optometry and community oral health.

1. Pharmaceutical Technologist

Employment type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Degree or diploma
Experience: At least one year after internship
Job field: Pharmaceutical

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree in Pharmacy or a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.

• At least one year of post-internship work experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

• Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board and a valid practising licence.

• Computer proficiency, particularly in Health Management Information Systems.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  
  

2. Business Development Executive

Employment type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Three to five years
Job field: Sales and Business Development

Role Overview

The Business Development Executive will identify opportunities for growth, build strategic partnerships and increase patient visits to the clinics. The role involves developing and implementing sales initiatives that support revenue growth in a competitive healthcare market.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, or a related field.

• At least three years of experience in a similar role.

• Three to five years of experience in business development, sales or strategic partnerships, preferably in healthcare.

• Experience in hospitals, pharmaceuticals or insurance is an added advantage.

  
  

3. Optometrist

Employment type: Full time
Location: Nakuru
Qualification: Diploma
Experience: At least one year
Job field: Medical and Healthcare

Qualifications and Skills

• A Diploma in Optometry.

• Licensed optometrist status with the Optometrists' Association of Kenya, as specified in the notice.

• At least one year of relevant work experience.

• Proficiency in computer applications.

• Good communication skills.

  
  

4. Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) — Nairobi

Employment type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Diploma or degree
Experience: At least two years after internship
Job field: Medical and Healthcare

Role Overview

The Community Oral Health Officer will provide preventive, promotive and basic curative oral healthcare, particularly in community and rural settings, while maintaining the required standards of practice.

Qualifications and Skills

• A diploma or degree in Community Oral Health from a recognised institution.

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• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and a valid practising licence, as specified in the notice.

• At least two years of post-internship experience.

• A Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.

• Computer proficiency, particularly in Health Management Information Systems.

• Experience in community outreach, school dental health programmes or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.

  
  

5. Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) — Nakuru

Employment type: Full time
Location: Nakuru
Qualification: Diploma or degree
Experience: At least two years after internship
Job field: Medical and Healthcare

Qualifications and Experience

• A diploma or degree in Community Oral Health from a recognised institution.

• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and a valid practising licence, as specified in the notice.

• At least two years of post-internship experience.

• A Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.

• Computer proficiency, particularly in Health Management Information Systems.

• Experience in community outreach, school dental health programmes or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.

  
  

Desired Competencies

• Ability to perform basic dental procedures, including examinations, extractions, prophylaxis and fluoride application.

• Strong knowledge of oral disease prevention, health education and community mobilisation.

• Attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up with developments in the field.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with rural or underserved populations.

  
  

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through Equity Afia's company website by selecting the relevant vacancy:

• Pharmaceutical Technologist — Nairobi.

• Business Development Executive — Nairobi.

• Optometrist — Nakuru.

• Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) — Nairobi.

• Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) — Nakuru.

Application deadline: The supplied notice does not specify a closing date.