Medical Engineering Technologist III – 2 Positions at County Government of Marsabit

The seat of the County Government – Marsabit town, is situated 270Kms north of Isiolo town, with most trading and urban centers within the county ranging from 60Kms to over 300Kms from Marsabit town. Marsabit town sits at an altitude of 1,500m above sea level. Marsabit town is situated on the Nairobi-Addis Ababa highway, hosting the county headquarters and bordering the Marsabit National Park. In order to attract skilled workers, potential entrepreneurs, and also tap into the immense benefits of the LAPSSET project, Marsabit town requires urgent attention in holistic planning which the county government is committed to providing.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

• Undertaking preventive maintenance and repairs of medical/hospital equipment, plants, instruments and furniture;


• Requisitioning for spare parts and consumables;


• Taking inventory of medical hospital equipment, furniture and plants;


• Collecting information for research. collecting information on medical engineering services for input into the Integrated Health Information Management System;


• Carrying out minor repairs of health facilities and utilities; and


• Implementing medical engineering programmes and projects.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in Medical Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and


• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution

Personal Qualities

In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following qualities:

• Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce


• Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization


• Good communication skills


• Ability to work with minimum supervision


• Good organizational and supervisory skills

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