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The County Government of Nakuru is dedicated to providing quality public services and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Through the Nakuru County Public Service Board, they are seeking qualified and dedicated Kenyan citizens to fill various vacant positions within the Department of Health Services. This advertisement outlines the requirements, duties, and application process for the position of NUTRITION AND DIETETICS OFFICER.
The Nakuru County Public Service Board is seeking two qualified and dedicated Nutrition and Dietetics Officers to provide essential nutrition services within Nakuru County. These are 3-year contract positions offering an opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community through dietary interventions and education.
NUTRITION AND DIETETICS OFFICER – ADVERT NO. 04/2025/05
Job Overview
Number of Positions: Two (2)
Location: Nakuru County, Kenya (Specific work station not mentioned)
Employment Type: 3-year Contract
💰 Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 39,700 – 52,950 per month
Allowances: As per the SRC circulars attached to the position.
Job Summary
The Nutrition and Dietetics Officer will be responsible for preparing guidelines on therapeutic diets, treating and counseling patients using specialized nutritional products, implementing the nutrition and dietetic process, providing nutrition support in patient management, developing and disseminating nutrition education materials, implementing nutrition health programs, and collecting and compiling nutrition and dietetic data within the health facilities of Nakuru County.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Preparing guidelines on therapeutic diets for existing and emerging diseases for hospital use, home-based care, and other institutions to ensure appropriate nutritional management.
- Treating and counselling patients using specialized dietetic and nutritionally modified products based on their individual needs and medical conditions.
- Implementing the nutrition and dietetic process, which includes screening patients for nutritional risks and needs.
- Assessing patients' nutritional status, formulating appropriate nutrition intervention plans, implementing these plans, and evaluating the outcomes of the interventions.
- Providing nutrition support in the overall management of patients within health care facilities, collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
- Developing and disseminating nutrition behaviour change communication, information, education, and communication materials to promote healthy eating habits and disease prevention.
- Implementing nutrition health programs aimed at improving the nutritional status of individuals and communities.
- Collecting and compiling nutrition and dietetic data for monitoring, evaluation, and reporting purposes.
Qualifications & Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines
1 from a recognized institution: Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietetics/Clinical Nutrition, Food Science and Nutrition, or Home Economics. - A Certificate of Registration by the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI).
- A Valid practising license issued by the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI).
- A Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make applications by downloading and completing an Employment Application Form from the County Government of Nakuru website:
APPLY HERE 👉
A duly filled employment application form and certified copies of the following documents should be sent through the POST OFFICE or COURIER SERVICES in a sealed envelope on or before 20th May, 2025 at 5.00 p.m. (No hand-delivered applications or applications sent via email will be accepted):
- National ID
- KCSE Certificate
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate in the relevant field
- Certificate of Registration by KNDI
- Valid Practising License by KNDI
- Certificate in Computer Application Skills
Clearly indicate the Advert number (04/2025/05) and the position applied for (NUTRITION AND DIETETICS OFFICER) on top of the envelope and address to:
The Secretary Nakuru County Public Service Board Public Works Building- Prisons Road P.O Box 2870-20100 NAKURU
Important Information:
- The County Government of Nakuru is an equal opportunity employer. Youth, Women, Persons Living with Disabilities, and Marginalized and Minority communities are encouraged to apply.
- Appointed candidates will be required to present chapter six clearance documents as listed:
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The Board and the County Government of Nakuru are committed to Zero Tolerance to Corruption. Applicants are cautioned against fraudsters.
- Any communication from the County Public Service Board SHALL be through the above address and official cellphone number: 0796848192.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
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