Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Penda Health is an award-winning startup company that is transforming healthcare in East Africa by building a chain of outpatient health clinics that offer evidence-based medical care and unparalleled member experience at surprisingly affordable rates. Penda is ranked the Best Health Care Firm to work for in Kenya and the #26 Best company to work in Kenya...

Oral health is one of the most overlooked parts of healthcare in Kenya — and that's exactly why this role matters.

Most people in the communities we serve have never had a proper dental check-up. Not because they don't care — but because quality dental care has always felt out of reach.

We run 7 dental units embedded within our medical centres across Nairobi, and we're still growing. We're looking for COHOs who don't just want a job — they want to be part of something that genuinely moves the needle on oral health access.

Responsibilities or duties

Examine patients, diagnose common oral conditions, and deliver preventive and curative care.

Educate patients on oral hygiene in a way that actually sticks — not just a pamphlet handout.

Collaborate with the dentist and broader care team to ensure oral health is part of the bigger patient picture.

Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and uphold the clinical standards our patients trust us for.

Manage your supplies and equipment — we keep clinics well-stocked so you can focus on care.

Join community outreach initiatives and help reach people who have never had access to dental care before.

Stay current on advances in dental practice and contribute to continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

You hold a Diploma in Community Oral Health or a BSc in Oral Health from a recognised institution.

You are registered and hold a valid practising licence with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

Experience needed

You have at least 2 years of post-internship experience in a clinical dental setting.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

You communicate clearly with patients and colleagues — you know how to put people at ease.

You stay organised under pressure and manage your time without needing hand-holding.

You are committed to continuous learning and take patient safety personally.

You thrive in a team environment and are willing to contribute beyond just your chair.

• Examine patients, diagnose common oral conditions, and deliver preventive and curative care.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene in a way that actually sticks — not just a pamphlet handout.
• Collaborate with the dentist and broader care team to ensure oral health is part of the bigger patient picture.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and uphold the clinical standards our patients trust us for.
• Manage your supplies and equipment — we keep clinics well-stocked so you can focus on care.
• Join community outreach initiatives and help reach people who have never had access to dental care before.
• Stay current on advances in dental practice and contribute to continuous quality improvement.

• Clear communication with patients and colleagues
• Organization under pressure
• Time management
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Patient safety focus
• Teamwork

• Diploma in Community Oral Health or BSc in Oral Health from a recognised institution
• Registered and hold a valid practising licence with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)