Reproductive Health Officer at Penda Health in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Reproductive Health Officer

    Penda HealthNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    6 days ago

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    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Entry
    Healthcare, Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Healthcare & Medical

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    Job Description

    We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and skilled Reproductive Health Officer to join our thriving team. Our Reproductive Health clinic has been experiencing significant growth and success, thanks to the exceptional care and services provided by our staff. To meet the increasing demand and continue delivering high-quality reproductive health services, we are expanding our team. If you are passionate about reproductive health and looking to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us as we grow and enhance our services to better serve our community. The Reproductive Health Officer will be responsible for ensuring all reproductive health cases are properly diagnosed, and treated/referred. They will also be responsible for managing the clinic to ensure growth.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Conduct comprehensive reproductive health assessments, including medical and sexual history, contraceptive counseling, and STI testing.
    • Provide a wide range of reproductive health services, including contraception management, preconception counseling, and pregnancy options counseling.
    • Coordinate with Penda Health teams to create and implement reproductive health education and promotion programs.
    • Perform routine gynecological exams and screenings, including Pap tests, breast exams, and pelvic exams.
    • Provide support and counseling to patients facing infertility, pregnancy loss, or other reproductive health challenges.
    • Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, and comply with all relevant legal and ethical standards related to clinical documentation, patient confidentiality and privacy at Penda Health.
    • Collaborate with other healthcare providers to provide coordinated care to patients and ensure continuity of care.
    • Provide personalized virtual reproductive health consultations and support in collaboration with Pigia Penda and Medical centers for coordinated patient care.
    • Develop and implement strategies to grow the clinic's reach and ensure its success.
    • Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in reproductive health, and participate in ongoing training and professional development activities.

    Required Qualifications

    • At least 1 year post training experience in Reproductive Health.
    • A Higher National Diploma in Reproductive Health, Comprehensive Reproductive Health or its equivalent.
    • A Basic Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or Bachelor of Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
    • Strong knowledge and experience in contraception, STI screening and treatment, fertility treatment among other outpatient Reproductive Health procedures.
    • Ability to work independently under minimum supervision.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Healthcare & Medical

    Minimum Experience

    1 years

    Education Level

    Diploma

    Area of Study

    Health

    Field of Study

    Reproductive Health

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Penda Health on pendahealth.applytojob.com to apply.

    Show Your Clinical Precision and Patient-Centered Care

    Reproductive health roles demand both technical skill and empathy. Hiring managers will look for evidence that you can handle sensitive cases with discretion and follow clinical protocols to the letter.

    1. Highlight your hands-on experience: On your CV, detail your post-training experience in reproductive health, specifying the types of cases you managed—contraception, STI screening, fertility issues. Use numbers where possible, like the number of patients seen per week.

    2. Emphasize your qualifications: Clearly list your Higher National Diploma in Reproductive Health and your Clinical Medicine and Surgery diploma or degree. Make sure these are prominent at the top of your CV.

    3. Prepare for clinical scenario questions: Expect to be asked how you would handle a patient with complex contraceptive needs or a positive STI result. Practice explaining your diagnostic and counseling approach step by step.

    4. Show your independence: Since the role requires working under minimum supervision, provide examples of times you made clinical decisions autonomously, such as managing a busy clinic shift alone.

    5. Demonstrate your counseling skills: Be ready to discuss how you support patients facing infertility or pregnancy loss. Mention any training in counseling or patient education you have completed.

    6. Know the latest guidelines: Brush up on current WHO and Kenyan Ministry of Health guidelines for reproductive health services. Mentioning recent updates shows you stay current.

    7. Show your commitment to growth: The role includes clinic growth strategies. Talk about any experience you have in community outreach, health education, or marketing clinical services.

    8. Prepare thoughtful questions: Ask about the clinic's patient volume, team structure, and opportunities for professional development. This shows you are invested in the role and the organization's success.

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    Tags

    reproductive health
    contraception
    STI screening
    gynecological exams
    patient counseling