Senior Principal Clinical Psychologist Job KNH

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Job Purpose

• An officer at this level will be responsible to the Head of Mental Health Department in provision of Clinical Psychology services in the Hospital.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulating and reviewing counselling policies, strategies, guidelines and standards; coordinating guidance and counselling services;
• Initiating and developing counselling and guidance programmes;
• Designing strategies for psychological interventions;
• Monitoring implementation and evaluation of guidance and counselling projects and programmes;
• Facilitating sessions, seminars and workshop on guidance and counselling;
• Spearheading research and disseminating findings for implementations; preparing reports;
• Planning and budgeting for guiding and counselling activities;
• Building capacity and managing performance;
• Oversee preparation of unit performance contracts work plans;
• Prepare budgets and procurement plan;
• Initiating quality improvement initiatives; and
• Monitoring staff performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters in Clinical Psychology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelors in Clinical Psychology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Higher Diploma in counselling psychology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate of Registration by a relevant professional body;
• Leadership/ Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in computer applications; and
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience and at least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.

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How to Apply

All those interested in the above positions and meet the minimum requirements are requested to download and fill the application form available at KNH Website www.knh.or.ke.

The application form together with a detailed CV and MUST include all testimonials, certified copies of academic certificates and all supporting relevant documents must MUST BE SERIALIZED should sent on or before 22nd December, 2025 to the address below: or dropped at the Hospital’s Central Registry located at the KNH Administration block.

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenyatta National Hospital,
P.O Box 20723-00202,
NAIROBI

“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.”

NB:

Kenyatta National Hospital DOES NOT charge ANY FEES for application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be required to submit the document listed below to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010:

• A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
• EACC Clearance
• Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
• HELB Compliance
• KRA Tax Compliance

“ANY FORM OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.”

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