Ongoing Recruitment at National Cancer Institute of Kenya

Vacancy No. NCI-K/31/04/2026

Job Purpose

To manage provision of policy advisory, regulation and ensuring ethical practice, providing Information Education and communication as well as the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for cancer patients. Also coordinate securing Oncology Commodity and Technologies, capacity building, cancer research as well as establishing and maintaining the National Cancer Registry. Additionally, coordinate establishment and management of Regional Cancer Centres, Conducting Cancer Research and Clinical Trial and establishing the National Cancer Research & Reference Centre to inform decisions in cancer prevention and control.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Developing and disseminating policy guidelines on matters relating to the treatment and care of persons with cancer;
• Establishing programs for vocational guidance and counseling;
• Strengthening the capacity of the relevant institutions for provision of high quality diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and other medical care;
• Establishing institutions for provision of high-quality diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and other medical care;
• Overseeing and co-ordinate advocacy efforts for the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer Coordinate operations of the regional cancer Control Centres;
• Strengthening local capacity for large-scale production or distribution of specialized biological materials and other therapeutic substances for research;
• Promoting measures that seek to eradicate conditions that cause and aggravate the spread of cancer;
• .Facilitating prevention of discrimination against persons with cancer
• Providing public information on the rights of persons with cancer and the provisions of this the Cancer Prevention and Control Act;
• Setting standards of safety and care for persons using such materials;
• Providing access to information and technical assistance to all institutions, associations and organizations concerned with the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer, including those controlled and managed by the Government;
• Supervising staff.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time

For appointment to this entry grade, an officer must have the following;

• At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have beenat the grade of Deputy Director, Cancer Prevention and Control or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry,
• To manage provision of policy advisory, regulation and ensuring ethical practice, providing Information Education and communication as well as the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for cancer patients. Also coordinate securing Oncology Commodity and Technologies, capacity building, cancer research as well as establishing and maintaining the National Cancer Registry. Additionally, coordinate establishment and management of Regional Cancer Centres, Conducting Cancer Research and Clinical Trial and establishing the National Cancer Research & Reference Centre to inform decisions in cancer prevention and control. Health Records and Information Management, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant Social Science qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree Public Health, Oncology, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Health informatics, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registration by the relevant professional body;
• Valid practicing license;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.
   

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/32/04/2026

Job Purpose

To provide independent, objective assurance and consulting activities aimed at adding value and improving the operations of the Institute. In addition, internal auditors assist the Institute accomplish its strategic objectives by effecting a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Overseeing preparation and implementation of audit policies and procedures; audit engagements and annual work plans;
• Liaising with the audit committee and accounting officer on internal audit matters;
• Overseeing the conducting of risk based, value-for-money and systems audit to strengthen internal control mechanisms of the Institute ;
• Ensuring that audit findings and recommendations are communicated to the management through audit reports;
• Testing the efficacy of the risk management systems and give opinion;
• Evaluating effectiveness of the governance processes; vii. Assessing existing risk of audited area and report that assessment to management and the audit committee;
• Testing compliance with controls in functional areas and report findings to management, and if important, to the audit committee;
• Overseeing the conducting of scheduled and ad hoc audits in the Institute;
• Providing advice on effective audit management and control systems;
• Overseeing audit of compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, circulars and Institute policies issued from time to time;
• Ensuring quarterly and annual reports are promptly filed as appropriate;
• Ensuring the mainstreaming of quality management practices and risk management in the Department;
• Ensuring the planning and budgeting and approve all expenditure for the Department;
• Advising on use of and implementation of modern technology for effective audit management and control; and Offer technical support to the Audit Committee.
• Managing performance, training and mentorship of staff and
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Internal Audit or in a comparable position;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Kenya examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA);
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution or its equivalent;
• Be a registered member, in good standing, of Institute of Certified Public
• Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other relevant professional body;
•  Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/33/04/2026

Job Purpose

To ensure prudent management of financial resources by implementing accounting policies, systems and procedures as well as preparation of accounting and financial management information necessary to meet internal and statutory reporting requirements for control and accountability of resources allocated for the institute.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Developing and reviewing financial policies and procedures to enhance internal controls;
• Providing strategic leadership to the Finance and Accounts department;
• Providing advice on all accounting and financial matters including implications and consequences of management/business decisions;
• Verifying and approving expenditure and payments;
• Signing bank instructions/cheques;
• Overseeing preparation, review and timely submission of the annual financial statements of accounts;
• Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations and procedures in management of financial resources;
• Ensuring the Institute’s liquidity position is appropriate and liaise with the Parent Ministry and Treasury for release of allocated funds;
• Reviewing of audit queries and implementing corrective actions;
• Developing and implementing effective processes in the finance unit to ensure seamless flow of service delivery;
• Developing short term, medium and long-term revenue and expenditure framework;
• Ensuring compliance with various requirements of government Agencies and statutory institutions as set out in various circulars and legislations;
• Controlling the Institute’s Finances to ensure that they are utilized in a lawful and efficient manner;
• Planning and determining cash flow needs, forecast and establish cash flow trends of the Institute;
• Preparing the annual budget execution reports, quarterly financial statements for program and operational budgets;
• Liaising with the parent Ministry for GOK’s Grants and development partners’ funding;
• Ensuring the provision of adequate financial resources for the Institute’s program and activities;
• Managing performance, training and mentorship of staff
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) years of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Finance/ Accounts or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option), Economics, or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA K);
• Registration with a professional body such as CPA, ACCA from a recognized institution;
• Membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
• (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
•  Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/34/04/2026

Job Purpose

To provide effective and efficient secretariat services to the Board, contract administration, drafting and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory legislation including provision of legal services to the Institute.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Providing leadership in development, implementation and review of policies, strategies, standards and guidelines in respect to the legal function;
• Providing guidance to the Board on their duties, responsibilities and powers and how these should be exercised in the best interest of the Institute;
• Coordinating planning of all NCI Board of Management activities to ensure that they aligned to the Institutes’ strategies and relevant Government directives;
• Coordinating evaluations of performance of board members and board development programs;
• Guiding the CEO, NCI and top Management in preparation of Board papers;
• Providing secretarial services to the Board including ensuring that the minutes of the
• Board and board committees are promptly prepared and circulated;
• Custody of the seal and a record of its usage;
• Guiding the Institute on matters touching on investigations of the Institute by external agencies to ensure that the Institute’s image and interest are secure;
• Formulating policy and Providing advice on legal and corporate matters to the Institute through interpretation and writing legal opinions;
• Ensuring that Legal Audit Compliance is carried out to confirm legal compliance with national, regional and international legal requirements;
• Developing and reviewing relevant regulatory Legal framework for the better implementation of the Institute’s mandate;
• Overseeing drafting and reviewing of contracts, Service Level Agreements,
• Memorandum of Understanding, leases and other legal documents to ensure compliance to statutory requirements and the Institute’s policies;
•  Coordinating and ensuring representation of the Institute in courts or other judicial authorities;
• Reviewing and providing advice on legal risk at the Institute;
• Managing litigation and review progress of outstanding litigation;
• Liaising and managing external lawyers for the Institute;
• Overseeing provision of legal services in drawing and vetting contracts, agreements, MOUs in functional areas including grants management,
• Intellectual Property and data protection office;
• Leading contract negotiation with external parties;
•  Initiation of legal action and defense on behalf of the Board of Management and
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• At least fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Legal Services or in a comparable position
• Bachelor of Laws degree (L.LB) from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Advocates training programmes) from the Kenya School of Law;
• Certified Public Secretary (K) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Admission as an advocate of the High Court;
• Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK);
• Membership to Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPS(K);
• Current advocate Practicing License;
• Leadership Course not lasting less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/35/04/2026

Job Purpose

To manage provision of policy advisory, regulation and ensuring ethical practice, providing Information Education and communication as well as the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for cancer patients. Also coordinate securing Oncology Commodity and Technologies, capacity building, cancer research as well as establishing and maintaining the National Cancer Registry. Additionally, coordinate establishment and management of Regional Cancer Centres, Conducting Cancer Research and Clinical Trial and establishing theNational Cancer Research & Reference Centre to inform decisions in cancer prevention and control.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Developing and disseminating policy guidelines on matters relating to the treatment and care of persons with cancer;
• Establishing programs for vocational guidance and counseling;
• Strengthening the capacity of the relevant institutions for provision of high quality diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and other medical care;
• Establishing institutions for provision of high-quality diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and other medical care;
• Overseeing and co-ordinate advocacy efforts for the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer Coordinate operations of the regional cancer Control Centres;
• Strengthening local capacity for large-scale production or distribution of specialized biological materials and other therapeutic substances for research
• Promoting measures that seek to eradicate conditions that cause and aggravate the spread of cancer;
• Facilitating prevention of discrimination against persons with cancer
• Providing public information on the rights of persons with cancer and the provisions of this the Cancer Prevention and Control Act;
• Setting standards of safety and care for persons using such materials;
• Providing access to information and technical assistance to all institutions, associations and organizations concerned with the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer, including those controlled and managed by the Government;
• Supervising staff.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• At least twelve (12) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Principal Cancer Prevention and Control Officer or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry, Health Records and Information Management, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant Social Science qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Masters Degree Public Health, Oncology, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Health informatics, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registration by the relevant professional body;
• Valid practicing license;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
•  Proficiency in computer applications.

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/36/04/2026

Job Purpose

To Coordinate provision of policy advisory, regulation and ensuring ethical practice, providing Information Education and communication as well as the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for cancer patients. Also coordinate securing Oncology Commodity and Technologies, capacity building, cancer research as well as establishing and maintaining the National Cancer Registry. Additionally, coordinate establishment and management of Regional Cancer Centres, Conducting Cancer Research and Clinical Trial and establishing the National Cancer Research & Reference Centre to inform decisions in cancer prevention and control.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

• Implementing Cancer diagnostic and treatment policies and guidelines;
• Generating recommendations for advising on matters relating to the diagnosis and treatment of persons with cancer;
• Supporting the establishment of hospitals, vocational treatment and care centres and other institutions for the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer in all counties of the Republic;
• Promoting provision of diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and other medical care to persons with cancer in those institutions;
• Participating in the establishment and Implementation of programs for vocational guidance and counselling;
• Providing Technical assistance in the care of persons with cancer within their communities and social environment;
• Participating in the development and dissemination of norms, standards and guidelines for cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliation and survivorship;
• Monitoring and report cancer diagnostic and treatment initiatives in the country;
• Coordinating Implementation of programmes for vocational guidance and counselling;
• Overseeing the establishment of hospitals, vocational treatment and care centres and other institutions for the welfare and treatment of persons with cancer in all counties of the Republic; and
• Supporting in large-scale production and/or distribution of specialized biological materials and other therapeutic substances for research and care.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• At least nine (9) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Senior Cancer Prevention and Control Officer or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry, Health Records and Information Management, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant Social Science qualification from a recognized Institution; Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registration by the relevant professional body;
• Valid practicing license;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.
   

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/37/04/2026

Job Purpose

To oversee and coordination adoption, implementation, use and management of ICT systems, technologies and development of ICT Solutions to ensure the Institute leverages on technology for efficient and effective delivery of its mandate.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

• Implementing system infrastructure and network management strategies, guidelines and procedure;
• Maintaining network infrastructure to ensure operational excellence within the Network Engineering section;
• Maintaining an up-to-date inventory for ICT infrastructure;
• Supporting contingency plan, business continuity management and IT disaster recovery in conjunction with relevant functions and third parties from a network perspective;
• Supporting design, set-up, management and configuration of complex switching environments and complex wireless networks;
• Supporting configuration and setting up of Cisco Firewalls, VPN
• Concentrators and Security appliances for access to vital mission critical applications;
• Supporting VOIP, configuration of routers in the network, maintenance of network security services, and maintenance of LAN and its associated components;
• Supporting design of multi-server environments including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS;
• Supporting provision of technical assistance to internal staff, vendors, and partner Agencies;
• Collecting and reviewing network utilization data for capacity and planning purposes;.
• Supporting maintenance of wired and wireless network inclusive of performance, security, throughput and upgrades;
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks;
• Supporting maintenance of ICT hardware including servers, storage, switches, routers, and UPS’s;
• Developing, testing, evaluating, and installing network enhancements; and
• Supporting maintenance of NCI internal networks and links to external sites.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• At least three (3) years’ relevant work experience at the grade of ICT Officer II or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:-Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• At least two (2) professional certifications in any of the following areas:
  • Information Security: - CISA, CISM, CRISC, CEH, CHFI, CISSP, Operating systems (Linux and Windows)
  • Application Development: -CBAP, Programming languages, portal development, system testing and quality assurance
  • Infrastructure: - CCIE, CCNP, CCNA, Network+, Operating systems, Office productivity tools
  • Systems and Data Management: - Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle certified expert (OCE) or higher, MCSA SQL server administration, MCSA SQL Database administration and Development, Microsoft Azure Certified Database Administrator, Azure or AWS database technologies, Operating systems certifications in Linux and Windows, CBAP, CISM, CISA
  • Technical Support: - operating systems (Linux and Windows), cloud environments, networks CCIE, CCNP, CCNA, CCVP, Network+
  • . ITIL foundation;
• Membership to a relevant professional body e.g. ISACA and CSK where applicable; and
• Certification in IT security and risk management standards and frameworks such as (ISO/IEC 27001:2013, NIST SP 800-30, ISO/IEC 27005 or COBIT) and their application.
   

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/38/04/2026

Job Purpose

Responsible for providing efficient and effective creation, capture, processing, storage, maintenance, retrieval, access, use, appraisal, preservation, and disposal of the Agency data in line with the set data standards by the department to ensure that users get data as and when required and that the data is efficiently utilized.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Implementing records management manuals;
• Receiving, filing, retrieving and dispatch of mail, records and information;
• Coding and indexing of files as stipulated in the records management and
• Information manuals;
• Updating and storing of the Institute’s records;
• Tracking of files and documents;
• Appraising and updating records for retention and disposal;
• Implementing the records management classification systems;
• Identifying potential risk pertaining to records management.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• At least three (3) years’ relevant work experience as Records Management Officer II or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor's Degree in Records Management, Information Science Management or any of the Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/39/04/2026

Job Purpose

To provide Information Education and communication as well as the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for cancer patients. Also to secure Oncology Commodity and Technologies, capacity building, cancer research as well as maintaining the National Cancer Registry. Additionally, participate in management of Regional Cancer Centres, Conducting Cancer Research and Clinical Trial and establishing the National Cancer Research & Reference Centre.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Collecting information on cancer prevention and control interventions;
• Maintaining records on cancer prevention and control interventions to inform planning;
• Supporting the dissemination of appropriate information to all institutions, organizations and communities concerned with cancer prevention interventions;
• Compiling and documenting authentic, correct and updated information on cancer prevention and control for public education and awareness creation;
• Supporting in planning, organize and coordinating cancer screening activities;
• Participating in monitor cancer screening activities; and
• Planning appropriate vaccination campaigns for prevention of cancers.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Health Systems Management, Biochemistry, Health Records and Information Management, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Statistics or relevant Social Science qualification from a recognized Institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

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Vacancy No. NCI-K/40/04/2026

Job Purpose

Responsible for supporting the office administrative services that include managing and organizing office records, typing services, attending to phone calls and ensure the smooth running of all offices.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Taking oral dictation;
• Using e-office to research and process data;
• Operating office equipment;
• Attending to visitors/clients;
• Handling telephone calls;
• Booking rooms and conference facilities;
• Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
• Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
• Ensuring security, integrity and confidentiality of data;
• Updating an up-to-date filing system in the office;
• Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
• Managing office protocol, etiquette
• Managing petty cash.
•  Perform all other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.