SHA has officially launched a nationwide recruitment exercise advertising 64 vacancies primarily in senior management and mid-level administrative roles. This is part of SHA’s strategic effort to build institutional capacity and improve healthcare service delivery across Kenya, as outlined in the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023 (1, 6, 9).
Key Details of the Job Opportunities
- Total Vacancies: 64 positions
- Locations: Nationwide, with applications managed centrally through SHA headquarters in Nairobi
- Application Deadline: August 19, 2025, at 5:00 PM
- Application Method: Online via https://recruitment.sha.go.ke or physical submission to SHA building, 10th floor, Ragati Road, Nairobi (1, 7)
SHA Nationwide Recruitment: Positions Available:
Vacancies span director, deputy director, assistant director, and principal officer levels across various directorates:
| Directorate / Role | Number of Positions |
|---|---|
| Director, Provider and Beneficiary Management | 1 |
| Director, Benefits & Claims Management | 1 |
| Director, Corporate Services | 1 |
| Director, Funds & Finance Management | 1 |
| Director, Internal Audit | 1 |
| Deputy Directors across various units (County Coordination, Legal, HR, ICT, Finance, Supply Chain, etc.) | Multiple (approx. 20+) |
| Assistant Directors in coordination, legal, HR, administration, corporate communication, ICT, claims management, etc. | Multiple (approx. 25+) |
| Principal Officers, particularly in Claims Management | 15 |
The roles do not include recruitment for medical officers, nurses, pharmacists, or laboratory technicians. Instead, the focus is on enhancing administrative, legal, financial, ICT, and operational capacities (5).
Who Can Apply?
- Experienced professionals with relevant industry qualifications and a minimum required number of years in service, including senior management experience where applicable
- All applicants must comply with Kenya’s constitutional requirements (Chapter Six) for public officers, including clean records and various agency clearances
- There are no reserved or special slots for former NHIF staff; recruitment is strictly open and competitive, following legal directives (6, 7)
Application Requirements:
Applicants must submit:
- Certified academic and professional certificates
- A detailed CV and cover letter
- Contacts for at least three professional referees
- Clearance certificates in line with Chapter Six of the Constitution, including Good Conduct, KRA tax compliance, HELB clearance, Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission clearance, and Credit Reference Bureau report (1, 5, 6)
Context on Former NHIF Staff:
Approximately 225 former NHIF employees remain in a state of employment limbo following restructuring and secondment to the Public Service Commission. Their employment matters are separate from this recruitment drive and are being handled through other legal and administrative channels (6).
Impact on Kenya’s Healthcare Sector:
While this recruitment does not address clinical staffing, it strengthens SHA’s organizational framework by filling critical administrative and management positions. This institutional build-up is crucial for effective oversight, fund management, and implementation of Kenya’s new social health insurance initiatives, ultimately benefiting nationwide healthcare delivery (1, 5).
Conclusion:
The SHA nationwide recruitment drive presents valuable opportunities for qualified and experienced professionals in health administration and related fields. Interested applicants should consult the official SHA recruitment portal and ensure all submissions meet stringent criteria before the August 19, 2025, deadline. This effort reinforces SHA’s mandate to provide equitable and efficient healthcare financial protection for all Kenyans.
References:
(1) Social Health Authority official recruitment portal – https://recruitment.sha.go.ke
(5) Kenya Times report on SHA recruitment – https://thekenyatimes.com/latest-kenya-times-news/sha-and-ministry-of-roads-announce-over-250-job-vacancies/
(6) Eastleigh Voice article on SHA 65 job vacancies and NHIF staff limbo – https://eastleighvoice.co.ke/social%20health%20authority/187485/sha-announces-65-job-vacancies-as-225-former-nhif-staff-remain-in-limbo
(7) Opportunities For Young Kenyans – SHA job adverts – https://opportunitiesforyoungkenyans.co.ke/2025/07/28/the-social-health-authority-hiring-37-posts/
(9) Opportunities for Young Kenyans – 64 vacancies at SHA – https://opportunitiesforyoungkenyans.co.ke/2025/07/28/64-vacancies-open-at-sha/
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