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Vacancy title:
Community Oral Health Officer (COHO)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Healthcare, Social Services & Nonprofit]
Jobs at:
Equity Afia
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, July 21 2026
Duty Station:
Murang'a | kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, July 18 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job
Responsible for delivering preventive, promotive, and basic curative oral health services, especially in community and rural settings, while observing the acceptable standards of operation.
Qualifications or requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution.
- Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
- Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.
- Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).
Experience needed
- Minimum of two (2) years’ post-internship experience
- Experience in community outreach programs, school dental health programs, or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.
Desired Competencies
- Ability to perform basic dental procedures (examinations, extractions, prophylaxis, fluoride application).
- Strong knowledge of oral disease prevention, health education, and community mobilization.
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially with rural or underserved populations.
Any other provided details
This position is strictly for qualified Community Oral Health Officers (COHOs). Applications from Community Health Workers, Social Workers, or other unrelated cadres will not be considered.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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