Job Vacancies at the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI-Kenya) – April 2026
Cancer prevention and control jobs Kenya 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026 | Application Deadline: May 11, 2026 | Location: Nairobi, Kenya
About the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI-Kenya)
The National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI-Kenya) is a statutory body established under the Cancer Prevention and Control Act (No. 15 of 2012). The Institute was created in response to the urgent need for a coordinated, multi-sectoral approach to address the country’s growing cancer burden.
Our Mandate: NCI-Kenya oversees, coordinates, and centralizes all cancer prevention and control operations across Kenya.
Current Career Opportunities
We invite applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following positions:
| S/No. | Vacancy No. | Job Title | Terms of Service | Grade | Vacancies |
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| 1 | NCI-K/31/04/2026 | Director, Cancer Prevention & Control | Contract | NCI 2 | 1 |
| 2 | NCI-K/32/04/2026 | Deputy Director, Internal Audit | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 3 | 1 |
| 3 | NCI-K/33/04/2026 | Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 3 | 1 |
| 4 | NCI-K/34/04/2026 | Deputy Director, Legal Services | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 3 | 1 |
| 5 | NCI-K/35/04/2026 | Assistant Director, Cancer Prevention & Control | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 4 | 1 |
| 6 | NCI-K/36/04/2026 | Principal Cancer Prevention & Control Officer | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 5 | 1 |
| 7 | NCI-K/37/04/2026 | ICT Officer | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 7 | 1 |
| 8 | NCI-K/38/04/2026 | Records Management Officer | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 7 | 1 |
| 9 | NCI-K/39/04/2026 | Cancer Prevention & Control Officer II | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 7 | 1 |
| 10 | NCI-K/40/04/2026 | Assistant Office Administrator | Permanent & Pensionable | NCI 9 | 1 |
How to Apply for NCI Kenya Jobs
Interested and qualified persons must follow these steps:
Step 1: Review Full Job Details
Visit the official NCI Kenya careers portal: ncikenya.go.ke/work-with-us/#jobs
Step 2: Prepare Your Application Package
Your application must include:
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Letter of application (clearly state the Vacancy Number)
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Current CV / Resume (include telephone number and email address)
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Three (3) professional reference letters (with contact telephone numbers and email addresses)
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Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts
Step 3: Submit via Email (No Hard Copies)
Send all documents to: [email protected]
Important: Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Step 4: Meet the Deadline
All applications must reach the Institute on or before May 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM (East African Time).
Postal address for inquiries only (do not send hard copies):
Chief Executive Officer
National Cancer Institute of Kenya
SHA Building – Parking Complex, 5th Floor
P.O Box 27437-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Note for Shortlisted Candidates
Shortlisted candidates will be required to obtain and present clearance certificates from the following Kenyan institutions:
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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) – Tax Compliance Certificate
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Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) – Clearance Certificate
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Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) – Clearance Form
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Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) – Certificate of Good Conduct
Equal Opportunity
The National Cancer Institute of Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Persons with disabilities, marginalized groups, and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
No Fees
THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE OF KENYA DOES NOT CHARGE ANY FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS – including applications, interviews, or offer letter processing. Report any suspicious requests.
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