Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God. The Chaplain role-holder provides spiritual guidance and counselling to patients, staff, and families through various activities, interventions, and extended care through home visits and hospice ministry in line with hospital policies and prevailing regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Spiritual Guidance: Provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and Bible-based counselling to patients, staff, nursing students, caretakers, and families.
Evangelism: Conduct bedside ministry (evangelism) to reach patients individually with messages of hope and faith.
Ministry Services: Offer Bible study groups and chapel services to educate and inspire patients, families, and staff with Christian principles.
Crisis Intervention: Assist families with difficult situations, administering baptisms, bereavement services, and end-of-life support.
Pastoral Counselling: Deliver pastoral counselling through discussions, debriefing, and biblical advice to help individuals make informed decisions and find positive solutions.
Extended Care: Extend care beyond the hospital walls by visiting patients and families in their homes through hospice care ministry, offering holistic support.
Records Management: Maintain accurate and confidential patient records using the Hospedia app for statistical analysis.
Emergency Support: Respond to nighttime requests for spiritual support, reinforcing existing chaplaincy services.
Collaborative Care: Participate in rounds with doctors to understand patients' conditions and provide spiritual support; conduct bed-to-bed visits within each ward to assess patient needs.
Literature Distribution: Distribute Christian literature, including Bibles and tracts, to new converts and encourage ongoing spiritual growth for both patients and caretakers.
Qualifications and Requirements
Academic: Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Chaplaincy or a related field from a recognized institution.
Professional Certification: Trained in accredited schools with Theology/Chaplaincy/Biblical studies/religious education. Specialization in philosophy, Divinity, clinical pastoral counselling, and Chaplaincy is required.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a chaplaincy, pastoral, or related position.
Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and prioritize key initiatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence others.
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Exemplifies integrity, honesty, and confidentiality.
Active listening and presentation skills.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision.
Passion for God and for the wellbeing of mankind.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications to CTC.recruit@tenwekhosp.org on or before March 9th 2026, enclosing:
Resume
Cover Letter
Statement of Faith
Note on Statement of Faith:
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with Tenwek Hospital. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the values and mission of Tenwek Hospital and the Africa Gospel Church. The statement should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications to CTC.recruit@tenwekhosp.org on or before March 9th 2026. Your application must enclose: a Resume, a Cover Letter, and a Statement of Faith. The Statement of Faith should describe your Christian faith, spiritual disciplines, and current place of worship.
