Job Purpose

To provide specialized diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal follow-up for childhood 
cancers, integrating chemotherapy and multimodal care within KUTRRH's oncology 
and paediatric programs. 

Duties and Responsibilities 
i. Evaluate and diagnose paediatric malignancies using clinical assessment, imaging, 
and pathology.
ii. Plan and administer systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) per protocols; monitor 
response and toxicities.
iii. Coordinate multimodal care with surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, 
radiology, and supportive services.
iv. Provide inpatient and outpatient oncology services, including emergency 
management of oncologic complications.
v. Counsel families on diagnosis, treatment options, consent, and survivorship care 
plans.
vi. Participate in tumour boards, protocol development, audits, and quality 
improvement initiatives.
vii. Support data collection, cancer registries, and clinical research/clinical trials where 
available.
viii. Teach and mentor trainees and contribute to community awareness and early 
detection initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements 

i. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution 
recognized by KMPDC.
ii. MMed in Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent qualification from an 
institution recognized by KMPDC.
iii. Sub-specialty training in Paediatric Oncology or equivalent from an institution 
recognized by KMPDC.
iv. Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
v. Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
vi. Retention in the KMPDC register.
vii. Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
viii. Valid Indemnity Cover.
ix. Proficiency in computer applications.
x. Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Core Competencies 

i. Clinical Excellence: Demonstrated expertise in the stated specialty and evidence-
based practice.
ii. Professional Integrity: High ethical standards, accountability, and sound clinical 
judgement.
iii. Compassionate Care: Patient- and family-centered approach that is respectful and 
culturally sensitive.
iv. Collaborative Teamwork: Effective engagement within multidisciplinary teams.
v. Effective Communication: Clear, timely, and empathetic communication with 
patients, families, and colleagues.
vi. Continuous Learning & Teaching: Commitment to CPD, teaching, mentorship, 
quality improvement, and research.

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by the KMPDC
• Valid Professional Insurance Indemnity Cover
• Recognition as a specialist or sub-specialist by KMPDC.
• Registration and Retention with the KMPDC
• Valid practicing license from KMPDC
• Master of Medicine (MMed) in Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC
• Sub-specialty training in Paediatric Oncology or equivalent from an institution  recognized by KMPDC