Healthcare · Contract
Direct employerMEDICAL ASSISTANT (Fixed Term Appointment Limited), G4
United Nations, United Nations Office at Nairobi

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About this role
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Role overview
The United Nations Office at Nairobi is hiring a Medical Assistant for ambulance and clinic operations based in Nairobi, Kenya. This fixed-term role suits candidates with emergency medical and ambulance driving experience who can support medical emergencies and clinic logistics.
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What you will do
- Provide ambulance transportation and emergency medical response to authorized personnel.
- Operate ambulance and emergency vehicles safely following regulations.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle use and patient transport.
- Conduct vehicle safety inspections and ensure emergency vehicles are operational and clean.
- Assist in health promotion, occupational safety, and emergency preparedness activities.
- Support maintenance and inventory management of medical supplies and equipment.
- Assist with data collection, analysis, and preparation of reports and information materials.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class D1 driving licence with PSV endorsement.
- Certification as Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, or equivalent emergency medical qualification.
- Certification in Emergency Vehicle Operations or as an Ambulance Operator.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Minimum three years of ambulance driving experience.
- At least two years of experience in emergency medical services or pre-hospital patient care.
- English language proficiency at UN Level II.
- Kiswahili or Swahili language proficiency at UN Level II.
- Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), or equivalent.
- Preferred: qualifications in office administration or related field.
- Preferred: experience in general office support.
- Preferred: at least one year of experience in data analytics or related area.
How to apply
Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 26 November 2026.