Vacancy title:
Human Resource Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Human Resources, Civil & Government, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB)
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, March 3 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 10 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) is the National Medicines Regulatory Authority of Kenya, established under Section 3 of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, Cap 244 of the Laws of Kenya. The Board is mandated to protect and promote public health by regulating the pharmacy profession and ensuring access to quality, safe, and effective health products and technologies (HPTs) across the country.
In carrying out this mandate, the Board plays a central role in medicines regulation, professional oversight, quality assurance, compliance enforcement, research, communication, and administrative support within the national health regulatory framework.
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board is seeking to recruit qualified and competent candidates to fill various vacant positions on permanent and pensionable terms of service. All positions are full-time and based in the Board’s regional offices.
Job Grade: PPB 6
Posts: 1
Responsibilities or duties
This role supports human resource management functions within the Board.
Key duties include supporting recruitment and selection processes; managing staff records; supporting performance management systems; coordinating training and development initiatives; supporting employee relations; and ensuring compliance with labour and public service regulations.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Applicants must be registered with the relevant professional body and possess a valid practicing license where applicable.
All applicants must comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Experience needed
Not specified.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
The Board is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities, female candidates, and individuals from marginalized and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the Pharmacy and Poisons Board website for detailed information and to submit their applications:
All applications must reach the Board on or before 3rd March, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (EAT).
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the PPB website for more details and the application process
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