Job Title: Principal – Nursing Training College

Industry: Education / Healthcare Training
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Academic & Institutional Development
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience + performance-based bonus upon successful accreditation

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and visionary nursing education leader to spearhead the establishment and accreditation of a new Nursing Training College in Kenya.

This role combines project leadership and academic management. The successful candidate will lead the end-to-end accreditation process with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), and upon successful approval, transition into the role of College Principal.

As Principal, the candidate will provide strategic, academic, and operational leadership to ensure the institution delivers high-quality, compliant, and industry-relevant nursing education.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead and manage the full accreditation process with NCK and TVETA
• Prepare, compile, and submit all required statutory documentation
• Coordinate site inspections and ensure full compliance with regulatory standards
• Maintain ongoing compliance with applicable laws, including the Health Act and TVET Act

2. Institutional Setup

• Oversee the establishment of teaching infrastructure, including classrooms, skills laboratories, and library facilities
• Ensure all training equipment and resources meet NCK standards and guidelines
• Support development of institutional policies, systems, and governance structures

3. Curriculum Development & Partnerships

• Develop and submit curriculum for regulatory approval in line with national standards
• Establish and formalize partnerships with hospitals and healthcare facilities for clinical placements
• Ensure alignment between academic programs and healthcare industry needs

4. Faculty & Staff Recruitment

• Lead or support recruitment of qualified nursing tutors, clinical instructors, and support staff
• Contribute to building a high-performing academic team

5. Institutional Leadership (Principal Role)

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the college
• Oversee academic programs, admissions, examinations, and graduation processes
• Ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement of academic delivery
• Manage staff performance and institutional operations effectively

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Master of Science in Nursing (MScN)
• Registered Nurse with a valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Diploma in Medical Education or Technical Education (required for teaching in TVET institutions)

Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years' experience in nursing education
• At least 2 years in a senior academic leadership role (e.g., Head of Department, Deputy Principal, or Principal)
• Proven experience with NCK and/or TVETA accreditation processes is highly preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of Kenya's healthcare training and education regulatory environment
• Demonstrated leadership and institutional development capability
• Strong project management and execution skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building ability
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Lead the establishment of a new, high-impact nursing institution
• Shape academic programs and institutional culture from inception
• Play a key role in strengthening healthcare training capacity in Kenya
• Competitive compensation with performance incentives tied to accreditation success

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV via our Career Page.

For inquiries, contact: +254 784 155 512
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.