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How to Apply: Download the Employment Application Form from the County website (www.nyeri.go.ke), fill it, and submit it by hand or post to the Secretary, Nyeri County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 90-10100 Nyeri, or call 0745342000 for inquiries. Ensure your application reaches the Board by 29th September 2026, 5:00pm.

Show You Can Keep a Hospital Spotless and Safe

This role is about more than sweeping floors—you'll be cleaning theatres, ICU, and HDU, where hygiene standards can make or break patient outcomes. Hiring managers will look for someone who understands the gravity of infection control and can follow protocols without cutting corners.

1. Emphasize any cleaning or hospital experience: Even if you've cleaned in a clinic, lab, or busy public facility, spell it out on your CV. Mention specific tasks like disinfecting surfaces, handling biohazard waste, or following strict hygiene routines—this shows you're not starting from zero.

2. Talk about your reliability and punctuality: Hospitals run on shifts, and a missing cleaner can disrupt the whole ward. Give examples of times you showed up on time, covered for a colleague, or stuck to a schedule even when it was tough.

3. Prepare to discuss how you handle pressure: Theatres and ICUs are high-stress zones. Think of a moment you stayed calm and focused while things got busy—maybe during an emergency at home or a tight deadline at a previous job—and practice telling that story.

4. Know the basics of infection prevention: You don't need a medical degree, but understanding terms like 'sterile', 'disinfectant', and 'cross-contamination' will help. Read up on why cleaning protocols exist in hospitals, so you can show you're not just there to mop—you're there to protect patients.

5. Bring your certificates and ID: The posting asks for your KCPE and KCSE certificates (at least D plain), a valid Good Conduct certificate, and your national ID. Photocopy everything and keep the originals handy—they'll likely ask to verify.

6. Dress and speak professionally: First impressions count. Wear neat, modest clothing to any interview, and practice speaking clearly and respectfully. They're hiring for a public hospital, so they want someone who represents the county well.

7. Ask thoughtful questions at the interview: Show genuine interest by asking about the training you'll receive, the specific cleaning schedule for the departments, or how the team handles emergencies. This signals you're thinking beyond just getting the job.

8. Double-check your application before submitting: Fill the form neatly, attach all required documents, and confirm the address and deadline. A small mistake like a missing signature or an incomplete form could disqualify you, so review everything twice.