Medical Specialist I – Psychiatrist JG ‘Q’ MCPSB/06/2026/443

Machakos, Kenya

Job Group “Q” 

Basic Salary (105,570-139,790 p.m.)

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

Allowances as per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conduct comprehensive mental state examinations to diagnose complex conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorders.
2. Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, stimulants) to balance brain chemistry.

iii. Develop and implement tailored treatment plans which may include psychotherapy, medication, or both.

1. Order and interpret laboratory tests and brain imaging to rule out physical illnesses (like thyroid issues) that cause psychiatric symptoms.
2. Administer advanced treatments like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and deep brain stimulation.
3. Manage mental health crises and provide care for patients with suicidal ideation or severe mental illness

Requirement for Appointment:

1. Bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery (MB.Ch.B) degree from an Institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
2. Master of Medicine (M.Med) in Psychiatry

iii. Certificate of Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board

1. Certificate of Recognition from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
2. Valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
3. At least nine (9) years of working experience

vii. SLDP lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution

viii. Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution

Applications must be received on or before 15th July 2026 by 5:00 P.M. Any applications tendered later than the above date and time will not be able to upload.

County Government of Machakos is an equal opportunity employer: Women, Persons with disabilities and other disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.

THE SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

MACHAKOS COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD,

PO BOX 603-90100 MACHAKOS