MEDICAL ASSISTANT (Fixed Term Appointment Limited)

United Nations Office at Nairobi is hiring for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT (Fixed Term Appointment Limited) position in Nairobi. This is a full time, entry level role. Qualification level: Diploma; experience: 0 – 4 yrs. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the Director-General of UNON is the representative of the Secretary-General in Kenya. Applications close on 26 November 2026.

The post is located in the UNON Joint Medical Service (JMS) at the Nairobi duty station.

JMS delivers occupational health, workplace wellbeing, medical administration, health promotion, emergency response, and advisory services to participating organizations.

The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Head Nurse and receives technical guidance from the Chief Medical Officer or designated health services personnel.

Key responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant (Ambulance and Clinic Operations) is responsible for providing safe ambulance transportation services to authorized personnel while delivering emergency medical response, first aid, and patient transport services as required and supporting clinic logistical and administrative operations.
• Within delegated authority, the Medical Assistant (Ambulance and Clinic Operations) will be responsible for the following duties: Responsibilities1.

Requirements

• CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates sound knowledge of driving regulations, ambulance vehicle operation, and road safety practices…

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