Aga Khan University (AKU) has announced 14 job opportunities in Kenya for qualified professionals seeking careers in healthcare, finance, human resources, laboratory services, pharmacy, rehabilitation, education, marketing and other areas.
The vacancies are based in Nairobi and include opportunities for medical professionals, allied health specialists, finance professionals, academics, human resource professionals and other qualified candidates. The positions have different application deadlines, with some closing in early October and others remaining open later in the month.
Aga Khan University is committed to improving the quality of life in the developing world and beyond through world-class teaching, research and healthcare delivery. The institution also focuses on developing leadership, generating knowledge, empowering women and disadvantaged communities, and working with local and international partners.
Why Work at Aga Khan University?
A career at Aga Khan University provides an opportunity to work in an environment that combines education, research and healthcare. The University brings together professionals from different disciplines while contributing to improved healthcare and community development.
Employees can benefit from opportunities to:
- Work within an established academic and healthcare institution.
- Develop professional expertise across different disciplines.
- Contribute to healthcare delivery, education and research.
- Work alongside experienced professionals and specialists.
- Participate in initiatives designed to improve quality of life in local and global communities.
Aga Khan University Jobs 2026 Overview
The current Aga Khan University recruitment includes 14 vacancies in Kenya-Nairobi. The opportunities cover clinical services, finance, human resources, allied health, laboratory services, pharmacy, academic programmes and student recruitment.
1. Management Trainee, Aspire Future Leaders Program, Human Resource
- Requisition ID: 260002YC
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 2 October 2026
- Closing Date: 9 October 2026
This opportunity is part of the Aspire Future Leaders Program within Human Resource and provides a career development opportunity for candidates interested in human resources and leadership.
2. Medical Officer, Outreach Clinic Ruiru
- Requisition ID: 260003QR
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 1 October 2026
- Closing Date: 10 October 2026
The Medical Officer position is associated with the Outreach Clinic Ruiru and provides an opportunity for a medical professional to work within AKU’s outreach healthcare services.
3. Associate, Grants Accountant, AKU Finance
- Requisition ID: 260003XN
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 1 October 2026
- Closing Date: 15 October 2026
The Associate, Grants Accountant position is based within AKU Finance and is suited to candidates interested in grants accounting and financial operations.
4. Manager Allied Health, Outreach Administration Office
- Requisition ID: 260003XM
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 1 October 2026
- Closing Date: 18 October 2026
The Manager Allied Health position is based within the Outreach Administration Office and focuses on allied health services within the University’s healthcare environment.
5. Pool Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation Service Admin Office
- Requisition ID: 260003QK
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 30 September 2026
- Closing Date: 14 October 2026
The Pool Occupational Therapist position is based within the Rehabilitation Service Admin Office and provides an opportunity for an occupational therapy professional to work in rehabilitation services.
6. Manager, Home & Digital Health Services, Outreach Administration
- Requisition ID: 260003G2
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 29 September 2026
- Closing Date: 11 October 2026
This position is within Home & Digital Health Services under the Outreach Administration function.
7. Medical Officer, Outreach Clinic Meru
- Requisition ID: 260003V8
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 29 September 2026
- Closing Date: 13 October 2026
The Medical Officer, Outreach Clinic Meru position provides an opportunity for a qualified medical professional to support AKU’s outreach healthcare services.
8. Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Chemistry
- Requisition ID: 260003QH
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 29 September 2026
- Closing Date: 13 October 2026
The Laboratory Technologist position is available within Clinical Chemistry for candidates interested in laboratory and diagnostic services.
9. Unit Service Coordinator
- Requisition ID: 260003IS
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 28 September 2026
- Closing Date: 4 October 2026
The Unit Service Coordinator opportunity is based in Nairobi and is among the vacancies with the earliest application deadline.
10. Pharmacology Faculty, Biomedical Sciences
- Requisition ID: 260003I1
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 25 September 2026
- Closing Date: 25 October 2026
The Pharmacology Faculty position is within Biomedical Sciences and provides an academic opportunity for a professional with an appropriate background in pharmacology and related disciplines.
11. Anaesthetic Assistant, Operating Room
- Requisition ID: 260003T8
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 24 September 2026
- Closing Date: 7 October 2026
The Anaesthetic Assistant position is associated with the Operating Room and provides an opportunity within AKU’s clinical services environment.
12. Consultant Therapist, Speech & Language
- Requisition ID: 260002YQ
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 23 September 2026
- Closing Date: 7 October 2026
The Consultant Therapist, Speech & Language position is available for a qualified professional in speech and language therapy.
13. Full Time Faculty (Physician) and Programme Director – Adult Emergency Medicine
- Requisition ID: 260003AD
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 23 September 2026
- Closing Date: 23 October 2026
This full-time faculty opportunity combines clinical and academic responsibilities in Adult Emergency Medicine and includes programme leadership responsibilities.
14. Specialist, Marketing and Student Recruitment, ANS Administration
- Requisition ID: 26000348
- Location: Kenya-Nairobi
- Job Posting: 22 September 2026
- Closing Date: 6 October 2026
The Specialist, Marketing and Student Recruitment position is based within ANS Administration and provides an opportunity for professionals interested in marketing and student recruitment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Aga Khan University careers portal.
Applicants should:
- Review the available vacancies and select the position that matches their qualifications and experience.
- Check the relevant requisition ID and closing date.
- Read the complete job description and requirements for the selected position.
- Prepare the required application information and supporting documents.
- Complete and submit the application through the AKU careers portal before the applicable deadline.
Apply for Aga Khan University Jobs 2026:
https://aku.taleo.net/careersection/ex/moresearch.ftl
Tips to Boost Your Application
Candidates can improve their applications by carefully matching their qualifications and experience to the requirements of the position they want to pursue.
- Select a position that closely matches your professional background.
- Use the correct requisition ID when identifying your preferred vacancy.
- Highlight relevant academic qualifications, professional experience and specialist skills.
- Provide accurate information throughout the application.
- Review the complete job description before submitting your application.
- Pay close attention to the closing date because the 14 vacancies have different deadlines.
- Apply early, particularly for vacancies with deadlines in the first week of October.
The Aga Khan University Jobs 2026 provide a broad range of career opportunities in Nairobi, including positions in healthcare, finance, human resources, laboratory services, allied health, pharmacy, academia, marketing and student recruitment. Qualified candidates should review the relevant vacancy details and submit their applications through the AKU careers portal before the respective deadlines.
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