Community Oral Health Officer (COHO)

About

Penda Health is hiring a full-time Community Oral Health Officer for its Kitengela clinic. The role provides preventive and curative oral healthcare, patient education, record-keeping, supply management, teamwork and community outreach. Applicants need an accepted oral health qualification, current KMPDC registration and practising licence, and at least two years of post-internship clinical dental experience. Terms of service: Full Time Duty station: Kitengela

How to apply

Apply online through the official Penda Health career page. Submit the application form and attach or paste a resume; accepted resume formats are .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB).

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Responsibilities

• Examine patients, diagnose common oral conditions, and deliver preventive and curative care.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene in a way that actually sticks — not just a pamphlet handout.
• Collaborate with the dentist and broader care team to ensure oral health is part of the bigger patient picture.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and uphold the clinical standards our patients trust us for.
• Manage your supplies and equipment — we keep clinics well-stocked so you can focus on care.
• Join community outreach initiatives and help reach people who have never had access to dental care before.
• Stay current on advances in dental practice and contribute to continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• You hold a Diploma in Community Oral Health or a BSc in Oral Health from a recognised institution.
• You are registered and hold a valid practising licence with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• You have at least 2 years of post-internship experience in a clinical dental setting.
• You communicate clearly with patients and colleagues — you know how to put people at ease.
• You stay organised under pressure and manage your time without needing hand-holding.
• You are committed to continuous learning and take patient safety personally.
• You thrive in a team environment and are willing to contribute beyond just your chair.