Clerical Officer Job at JOOTRH - Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital, Kisumu
About JOOTRH
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has been serving the Western Kenya region for over a century, originally established in the early 1900s to cater for health needs in the port town of Kisumu.
Hospital Profile:
- Established: Early 1900s (over 100 years of service)
- Commissioned: 1969 by the Kenyan government
- Service Area: 10+ Counties in Western Kenya
- Population Served: Over 10 million people
- Historical Note: Originally served black population during colonial era; Victoria Hospital (1932) served white population, now part of JOOTRH as amenity wing
Job Overview: Clerical Officer
Employer: Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH)
Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Contract Duration: One (1) Year
Application Deadline: Check official portal
Job Purpose
The Clerical Officer will be responsible for handling general office duties, supporting efficient functioning of office administrative services, billing services, insurance, cash management, interpreting and implementing administrative policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records and statistics, ensuring safe custody of documents, and assisting in general office operations at JOOTRH.
Person Specifications & Requirements:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) or equivalent from recognized institution
- Proficiency certificate for clerical officers
- Certificate in any of the following disciplines:
- Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Business Administration
- Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC)
- Supply Chain Management
- Kenya Administration and Management Examination (KAME)
- Records Management or equivalent qualification
- Proficiency in computer applications (MS Office Suite and data management systems)
- At least one (1) year of relevant work experience in clerical/administrative support roles (added advantage)
Required Competencies:
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a busy hospital environment
- Knowledge of public sector administrative procedures
- Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
How to Apply:
📝 Official Application:
Apply via JOOTRH Official Portal
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Note: This is a government hospital position. Ensure you meet all minimum requirements before applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.