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Nairobi, Kenya
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Social Health Authority (SHA)

Multiple Deputy Director Positions at the Social Health Authority (SHA) – Apply by 17th April 2025

ESSENTIAL JOB DETAILS

Employer: Social Health Authority (SHA)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent and Pensionable
Job Category: Public Health, Legal, Supply Chain, Insurance, Government
Application Deadline: 17th April 2025 (6:00 PM)
Application Modes: Online or Physical Submission

INTRODUCTION

The Social Health Authority (SHA) is a newly established State Corporation under the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023. It is mandated to provide financial risk protection for Kenyan residents by administering universal access to quality healthcare services through the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), Primary Healthcare Fund (PHF), and Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF).

As SHA strengthens its institutional capacity and infrastructure, the Authority is seeking to recruit visionary, result-oriented, and highly experienced professionals for the following leadership roles:

Deputy Director – Legal Services (Ref: SHA/91/2025)
Deputy Director – Supply Chain Management (Ref: SHA/92/2025)
Deputy Director – Claims & Case Management (Ref: SHA/93/2025)

Each position is available on permanent and pensionable terms.

ABOUT THE SOCIAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (SHA)

The Social Health Authority plays a pivotal role in the transformation of Kenya’s healthcare system. Tasked with managing social health insurance schemes under the 2023 Act, SHA ensures that every resident in Kenya has equitable access to essential health services without suffering financial hardship.

Working in partnership with other public and private stakeholders, the Authority manages the disbursement and oversight of multiple health funds—ensuring quality, affordability, and transparency in healthcare delivery.

SHA’s vision is to create a robust and sustainable health insurance ecosystem that guarantees quality service for all citizens, regardless of socio-economic status.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

1. Deputy Director – Legal Services

Reference: SHA/91/2025
No. of Positions: 1
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Summary: This role oversees legal affairs, governance compliance, and contractual frameworks. It involves providing legal advice, supporting legislative implementation, and ensuring SHA operates within legal boundaries.

2. Deputy Director – Supply Chain Management

Reference: SHA/92/2025
No. of Positions: 1
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Summary: Responsible for planning, coordination, and execution of SHA’s procurement and supply chain strategies, ensuring compliance with public procurement laws, value-for-money sourcing, and timely delivery of services.

3. Deputy Director – Claims & Case Management

Reference: SHA/93/2025
No. of Positions: 1
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Summary: Leads operations related to claims verification, case processing, health service audits, fraud prevention, and beneficiary communications under the Social Health Insurance framework.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants may submit their applications online via the SHA portal or physically at SHA headquarters.

Online Application Process:

Visit: SHA Recruitment Portal
Create an account and log in.
Complete your profile by filling in all required sections.
Navigate to the “Vacancies” tab.
Click on “View Details” under your desired position.
Scroll to the bottom and click Apply.

Physical Application Submission:

Prepare the application in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the position and reference number, and address to:

The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P. O. Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road, NAIROBI
Deliver to: SHA Building, 10th Floor

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Each application must include:

A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the role
A detailed curriculum vitae
Certified copies of academic and professional certificates
Contact information for three professional referees

CHAPTER SIX COMPLIANCE (MANDATORY)

All applicants must submit current and valid copies of the following documents as per Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya:

Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Failure to attach these documents will result in automatic disqualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Persons with disabilities, marginalized communities, women, and youth are strongly encouraged to apply.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.