26 Vacancies Open At Equity Afya

Equity Afya is offering 26 job vacancies across Kenya, focusing on healthcare roles such as Pharmaceutical Technologists, Clinical Officers, Medical Officers, Laboratory Technologists, Customer Experience Officers, and Optometrists. These positions are designed for professionals committed to delivering affordable, accessible, and reliable healthcare in underserved communities. Applications are open for roles in Kirinyaga, Nairobi, Machakos, Kiambu, and Lamu, with deadlines ranging from October 7 to September 30, 2026. Equity Afya emphasizes a transparent and fee-free recruitment process, warning applicants against any payment requests as fraudulent.⁠​‌​‌​‌​​​‌​​‌​​​‌‌‌​​‌​​​‌​​​​‌​⁠

What it offers

Equity Afya provides various healthcare professional roles with responsibilities tied to patient care, diagnostics, administration, and community health initiatives. Positions include:

• Clinical and medical roles (e.g., Clinical Officer, Medical Officer) with direct patient interaction and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Technical roles (e.g., Pharmaceutical Technologist, Laboratory Technologist) focused on diagnostics, quality management, and health IT systems.
• Support roles (e.g., Customer Experience Officer, Optometrist) ensuring administrative, communication, and specialized care functions.

All roles require licenses, certifications, and relevant experience, with some specifying preference for residents of specific regions (e.g., Garissa). Equity Afya values compassion, teamwork, and adherence to ethical standards in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Who can apply

Applicants must be licensed healthcare professionals with minimum post-internship experience (ranging from 1 to 3 years), depending on the role. Education levels include:

• Bachelor’s degrees (e.g., MBChB, Bachelor of Medicine/Surgery) for medical roles.
• Diplomas or degrees in Pharmacy, Laboratory Sciences, Optometry, or related fields for technical roles.
• Diplomas in Business/Health Administration for support roles.

Licenses from regulatory bodies (e.g., Pharmacy and Poisons Board, Clinical Officers Council, KHPOA) are mandatory. Some roles also require certifications like BLS/ACLS or preference for local residents in specific regions.

How to apply

Equity Afya’s recruitment process is simple and transparent:

1. Submit applications through their official website or contact points (e.g., info@equityafya.co.ke or phone: +254 765 100 000).
2. Provide required documents (listed per role below).
3. Attend shortlisting interviews (some roles have ongoing shortlisting).

No fees are charged for applications, interviews, or appointments. Fraudulent payment requests should be reported immediately.

Good to know

• Deadlines vary by role, with the latest being September 30, 2026 (e.g., Pharmaceutical Technologist in Kirinyaga).
• No relocation stipends or salary details are provided in the source; focus is on licensing, experience, and regional preference.
• Equity Afya’s mission is to expand healthcare access, so roles are prioritized in underserved areas (e.g., Lamu, Machakos, Garissa).
• Computer proficiency (especially HIS systems) is a consistent requirement across most roles.
• Leadership experience is highlighted for Medical Officer roles.
• Attention to detail, resilience, and communication are core competencies across all positions.

Applicants are advised to verify each role’s specific documents and deadlines before submission.