Updated 20 October 2026
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has advertised 678 vacancies at its headquarters and campuses, and applications close on Friday, 30 October 2026. The adverts went up on the KMTC recruitment portal on 5 October and were announced publicly on 6 October. The list covers lecturers in more than a dozen health disciplines, clinical and technical staff, and administrative, ICT, communication and support roles. This guide lists every advertised position, explains the clearances successful candidates must produce and walks you through the online application.
In this guide
KMTC Vacancies at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies | 678 across 46 positions |
| Where the jobs are | KMTC headquarters and campuses countrywide |
| Largest single advert | 200 Lecturer II (Nursing) posts |
| How to apply | Online only, through the KMTC recruitment portal at recruit.kmtc.ac.ke/jobs |
| Hard copy applications | Not accepted |
| Deadline | Friday, 30 October 2026 |
| Queries | recruitment@kmtc.ac.ke |
Teaching Positions
Most of the vacancies are for lecturers. KMTC grades its jobs on its own scale, where a smaller number means a more senior grade.
| Position | Grade | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Lecturer (Dentist) | KMTC 6 | 5 |
| Lecturer II (Nursing) | KMTC 8 | 200 |
| Lecturer II (Clinical Medicine) | KMTC 8 | 105 |
| Lecturer II (Orthopedic and Trauma Medicine) | KMTC 8 | 20 |
| Lecturer II (Community Health) | KMTC 8 | 20 |
| Lecturer II (Health Records and Information Technology) | KMTC 8 | 20 |
| Lecturer II (Radiography and Imaging) | KMTC 8 | 20 |
| Lecturer II (Occupational Therapy) | KMTC 8 | 15 |
| Lecturer II (Nutrition) | KMTC 8 | 15 |
| Lecturer II (Physiotherapy) | KMTC 8 | 15 |
| Lecturer II (Medical Engineering) | KMTC 8 | 12 |
| Lecturer II (Community Oral Health) | KMTC 8 | 10 |
| Lecturer II (Emergency Medical Technology) | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Lecturer II (Medical Laboratory Sciences) | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Lecturer II (Public Health Sciences) | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Lecturer II (Optometry) | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Librarian II | KMTC 8 | 10 |
Clinical and Technical Positions
| Position | Grade | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse III | KMTC 9 | 10 |
| Registered Clinical Officer III | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Pharmaceutical Technologist III | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist III | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Medical Engineering Technologist III | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Orthopedic Trauma Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Assistant Radiographer III/II | KMTC 9 | 5 |
| Physiotherapy Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 4 |
| Orthopedic Technologist III | KMTC 9 | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 1 |
Administrative, ICT and Support Positions
| Position | Grade | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Assistant Director, ICT | KMTC 3 | 1 |
| Assistant Director, Human Resource Management | KMTC 4 | 2 |
| Principal Legal Officer | KMTC 5 | 1 |
| Administrative Officer II | KMTC 8 | 15 |
| Office Administrator II | KMTC 8 | 10 |
| Supply Chain Management Officer II | KMTC 8 | 10 |
| Records Management Officer II | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Housekeeper II | KMTC 8 | 5 |
| Corporate Communication Officer II | KMTC 8 | 4 |
| ICT Officer II | KMTC 8 | 3 |
| Maintenance Officer II | KMTC 8 | 2 |
| Planning Officer II | KMTC 8 | 2 |
| Assistant Office Administrator III | KMTC 9 | 20 |
| Corporate Communication Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 20 |
| Records Management Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 20 |
| Assistant Housekeeper III | KMTC 9 | 10 |
| Human Resource Management Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 8 |
| Maintenance Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 3 |
| Security Assistant III | KMTC 9 | 3 |
Each advert on the portal carries its own job description, minimum qualifications and years of experience. Read the one for your role in full, because entry requirements for a Lecturer II post are not the same as those for a technologist or an office administrator.
How to Apply for KMTC Jobs
- Open the recruitment portal. Type recruit.kmtc.ac.ke/jobs into your browser. The Active Adverts page lists every open position with its advert number, grade, number of posts and closing date.
- Sign in or register. Follow the portal’s prompts to create your applicant profile if you are a first time user. Use an email address and phone number you check daily, since shortlisting and interview notices are sent to them.
- Fill in your profile. Enter your academic and professional qualifications, registration with your professional body where relevant, and your work history. Only list certificates you will actually hold by 30 October.
- Pick the vacancy. Open the advert details, confirm you meet every requirement and apply for that specific advert number.
- Review and submit. Check every section before you submit, then keep a screenshot or printout of the confirmation.
Apply early. Government recruitment portals slow down in the final days before a deadline, and KMTC does not accept emailed or hand delivered applications as a substitute.
Clearances You Will Need If Successful
KMTC has said successful candidates must present the following before they receive offer letters. Several take days or weeks to process, so start now rather than waiting for an interview call.
| Clearance | Issued by | Where to get help |
|---|---|---|
| Tax compliance certificate | Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) | Our KRA tax compliance certificate guide |
| Clearance certificate | Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) | Our HELB clearance certificate explainer |
| Credit report clearance | A licensed Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) | How to check your CRB status |
| Ethics clearance | Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) | Apply through EACC’s self declaration form |
| Certificate of good conduct | Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) | Apply on eCitizen; create an eCitizen account first if needed |
Shortlisted candidates must also bring their original National ID, academic and professional certificates and transcripts to the interview. If an online form rejects a scanned file for being too large, our free good conduct certificate compressor shrinks it in your browser without uploading it anywhere. For a fuller checklist, see our guide to documents needed for job applications in Kenya.
Warnings from KMTC
- Giving false information in an application is an offence.
- Presenting fake certificates or documents is a criminal offence.
- Canvassing, meaning lobbying anyone to influence the outcome, leads to automatic disqualification.
- KMTC describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and encourages youth, women, persons with disabilities and members of minority groups to apply.
As with any public recruitment, nobody can sell you a KMTC job. Ignore anyone asking for money to guarantee a post or an interview slot.
Tips for a Stronger Application
- Apply only for posts where you meet every listed requirement. Shortlisting panels screen against the advert, and near misses are usually dropped.
- Match your job titles and dates exactly to your certificates and letters, so the panel can verify them quickly.
- Keep your professional licence current. For clinical posts, an expired practising licence can disqualify you.
- If you are a recent graduate interested in studying rather than teaching at KMTC, our KMTC intake guide covers courses and entry grades, and the list of KMTC campuses by county shows where each campus is.
For more open roles in health, education and the public sector, browse current listings on JobinKenya.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do KMTC applications close?
On Friday, 30 October 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Can I send a hard copy application?
No. KMTC accepts applications only through its online recruitment portal.
How many KMTC jobs are available?
678 posts across 46 positions, including 200 for Lecturer II (Nursing) and 105 for Lecturer II (Clinical Medicine).
Where do I send questions about the KMTC adverts?
KMTC directs recruitment queries to recruitment@kmtc.ac.ke.
Do I need clearances before applying?
You do not need them to submit the application, but successful candidates must present KRA, HELB, CRB, EACC and DCI clearances before receiving an offer, so it is wise to start early.
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