Community Health Officers at Stratostaff

Purpose of the Role:

The role will support the delivery of community-based health services in Gatundu Sub-County by promoting preventive healthcare, conducting health education, facilitating referrals, collecting community health data, and strengthening linkages between households, communities, and health facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Community Health Promotion & Education

• Conduct health education sessions within the Gatundu community on maternal and child health, nutrition, hygiene and sanitation, immunization, family planning, and prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
• Promote positive health-seeking behaviors through household visits, community dialogues, and outreach activities.

Household Visits & Community Engagement

• Carry out routine household visits to assess health needs, provide basic counseling, and follow up on treatment or service defaulters.
• Mobilize community members to participate in Ministry of Health and Kiambu County-led health campaigns and outreaches.

Referral & Linkage to Care

• Identify individuals requiring further medical attention and facilitate timely referrals to designated health facilities within Gatundu and surrounding areas.
• Conduct follow-ups to ensure continuity of care and adherence to treatment plans.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Collect, document, and submit accurate community health data using approved MOH tools and registers.
• Participate in community diagnosis and submit reports to supervisors in line with reporting timelines.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Community Health Committees (CHCs), community leaders, health facility teams, and county health officials to support service delivery.
• Support implementation of government, NGO, and private-sector health programs operating within Gatundu Sub-County.

Compliance & Professional Conduct

• Uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional conduct in accordance with Ministry of Health guidelines and Stratostaff policies.
• Comply with all applicable labor laws, workplace policies, and health sector regulations.

Requirements

• Diploma in Community Health or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience  within a community health setting, preferably in Kiambu County or similar contexts, will be an added advantage.
• Must be a registered Community Health Practitioner and in good standing.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and community engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within diverse community environments.
• Basic computer literacy and accurate record-keeping ability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.