Job Vacancies at Social Health Authority (SHA)
The Social Health Authority (SHA) is a State Corporation established under the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023 and mandated to provide financial risk protection for Kenyan residents by facilitating equitable access to quality healthcare. SHA is responsible for administering the Social Health Insurance Fund, Primary Healthcare Fund, and Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund in collaboration with stakeholders. Â Job Vacancies at Social Health Authority (SHA)
To enhance institutional capacity and deliver on its mandate, SHA Board seeks to recruit visionary, result-driven, and experienced professional for the following positions;
- Senior Assistant Office Administrator – 7 Posts
- Administration Officer – 47 Posts
Senior Assistant Office Administrator – 7 Posts
 Job Vacancies at Social Health Authority (SHA)
- Nine (9) years cumulative experience, three (3) years of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Office Administrator I or in a comparable position in the Public or Private sector;
- Holds Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)/recognized institution;
- Membership to a relevant professional body in good standing;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Responsibilities:
JOB PURPOSE
The Office Administrative Officers are responsible for ensuring an organization’s operations run smoothly by effectively managing calendars, handling communication, and maintaining office records.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Taking oral dictation;
- Using e-office to research and process data;
- Operating office equipment;
- Attending to visitors/clients;
- Handling telephone calls;
- Booking rooms and conference facilities;
- Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
- Ensuring security of office records, equipment, and documents, including classified materials;
- Ensuring security, integrity, and confidentiality of data;
- Updating an up-to-date filing system in the office;
- Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
- Managing office protocol and etiquette;
- Managing petty cash;
- Identifying areas of risk in the department;
- Implementing the department’s charter;
- Promoting Business Process Re-engineering (BPR);
- Implementing the business continuity plan for the department; and
- Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship.
Administration Officer – 47 Posts
 Job Vacancies at Social Health Authority (SHA)
Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
- Cumulative service period of three (3) years relevant work experience in the grade of Administration Officer II or in comparable position in the Public or Private sector;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Business Administration, Office Management, and Social Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Responsibilities:
JOB PURPOSE
This cadre will be responsible for providing support services in transport logistics, office management, outsourced services, asset inventory and other related support services to the organization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Identifying proper office accommodation of staff within the Authority;
- Monitoring the movement of equipment;
- Ensuring office machines are serviceable;
- Implementing renewal of insurance policies/visas/transport Licensing Board certificates;
- Ensuring the maintenance of the Authority’s assets; and signing of vehicle work tickets;
- Supervising administration staff including drivers and office assistants;
- Ensuring maintenance of office equipment and machines;
- Monitoring the location and movement of equipment;
- Maintaining records of the Authority’s assets; and
- Ensuring daily and weekly cleaning services at the Authority.
How to Apply for Job Vacancies at Social Health Authority (SHA)
How to submit an application
Applications can be submitted via either application portal https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelop.
Apply Here > SHA Careers 2026
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026, 5 p.m.
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