Mission for Essential Drugs & Supplies - MEDS

15/11/2025

Giving hope where the earth needs it most! MEDS handed over medicines, medical supplies and foodstuff worth Ksh 1 million to Chesongoch Catholic Hospital after the recent landslide in Elgeyo‑Marakwet County. Representing MEDS was Mr. Titus Munene, Head of Commercial Services, who paid a courtesy call to the Elgeyo Marakwet Governor, His Excellency Wisley Rotich to flag off the donation alongside top County officials.Together we’re rebuilding lives and strengthening our community.

11/11/2025

Mission for Essential Drugs & Supplies - MEDS board member Dr. Chris Barasa, MEDS CEO Dr. Wycliffe Nandama accompanied by two members of MEDS Senior Mgt Mr.Titus Munene and Mr.Owen Wahome had the opportunity of a round table discussion with top US CDC delegation at Coptic Hospital-Nairobi. Discussions focused on the future of FBOs in the PEPFAR supported grants. MEDS put a strong case for local manufacturing partnership as a key area of sustainability of commodities security especially essential ARVs etc which will ensure treatment continuity and well being of the patients.

11/11/2025

On behalf of Meru Governor H.E. Hon. Rev. Mutuma M'Ethingia, H.E Hon.Lindah Kiome Gitonga has today flagged off a consignment of medicines and medical supplies that includes a Ksh10.2 million delivery from MEDS to support Timau, Kibirichia, Giaki, Kangeta, and Mutuati Sub-County Hospitals.

As part of our core mandate, MEDS remains committed to ensuring the continuous availability of quality Health Products and Technologies (HPTs) to the last mile, strengthening healthcare delivery across counties. Representing Mission for Essential Drugs & Supplies - MEDS was Dr. Shadrack Meme

10/11/2025

MEDS CEO Dr. Wycliffe Nandama and Head of Commercial Services Mr.Titus Munene M’Maeti paid a courtesy call to the Council of Governors CEO Ms. Mary Mwiti to discuss areas of strengthening collaboration and partnership since Counties are key clients of MEDS in delivery of Universal Health Coverage.

28/10/2025

MEDS Head of Commercial Services, Mr. Titus Munene (second from right), and Head of Supply Chain & Logistics, Dr. Titus Isoe (far right), held a meeting with the top leadership team from MyDawa Ltd to explore collaborative partnerships aimed at enhancing the supply of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs) directly to patients through the MyDawa platform, among other Health Systems Strengthening initiatives.

24/10/2025

JOB VACANCIES

Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a faith-based health solutions provider founded by an ecumenical partnership of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). The Organization’s core mandate is being a reliable provider for quality and affordable Health Products and Technologies, Quality Assurance and Health Systems Strengthening Services. MEDS was established in 1986 and serves clients spread throughout Kenya, other regions in Africa and beyond.

MEDS seeks to recruit following positions

1. Accountant – Taxation and Costing
2. Assistant Accountant
3. Client Relations Officer (1 position – Kisumu Branch)
4. Client Relations Officer (2 positions – Head Office)
5. Client Relations Assistant (4 positions – Head Office)
6. Field Officer
7. Health Systems Strengthening Officer
8. ICT Officer – Database Administration
9. Internal Audit Officer
10. Internal Audit Assistant (2 positions)
11. Inventory Control Officer – Kisumu Branch
12. Laboratory Assistant
13. Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
14. Quality Assurance Officer
15. Quality Assurance Assistant – Kisumu Branch
16. Resource Centre and Information Officer
17. Risk Officer
18. Warehouse Officer

Detailed job roles have been posted in the MEDS website www.meds.or.ke

If you fit the profiles of the positions, please submit your application providing the following MANDATORY requirements:
• Detailed CV stating your current position and salary, expected salary, telephone number and email address
• Copy of National Identity Card

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By: 5th November 2025

Note: These positions are open to local hires only. Late applications will not be considered and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

23/10/2025

This morning, the Migori County Chief Officer for Medical Services paid a courtesy call to MEDS Kisumu branch. During the visit, a wide range of issues were discussed related to MEDS collaboration and the strengthening of their partnership.

The Chief Officer noted that Migori County health facilities have greatly benefited from their engagement with MEDS. He reaffirmed that MEDS remains a trusted supplier and expressed his commitment to exploring additional areas of collaboration going forward.

20/10/2025

16/10/2025

Strengthening Collaboration for Quality Health Solutions

The Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Wycliffe Nandama today led a MEDS delegation in a joint meeting with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) team, led by Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ahmed Mohamed.

The discussions focused on enhancing collaboration between the two institutions to streamline testing processes, ensure timely regulatory actions and strengthen coordination in market recalls. Both teams also explored opportunities for alignment with the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool and WHO Good Pharmaceutical Practices for Quality Control Laboratories (GPPQCL) standards.

The meeting further highlighted potential areas of partnerships including biowaiver and bioequivalence studies, aimed at advancing regulatory excellence and ensuring access to safe, effective, and quality-assured medical products.

Both MEDS and PPB reaffirmed their shared commitment to safeguarding public health through robust quality control systems and stronger regulatory cooperation.

15/10/2025

MEDS equipment equipment exhibition booth on Day Two of the Annual KCCB - Catholic Health Department of Kenya Health Conference .

15/10/2025

MEDS team lead by CEO Dr. Wycliffe Nandama and Mr.Titus Munene, Head of Commercial Services engaging over 400 CEOs and Administrators of Health Facilities during the Annual KCCB-Catholic Health Department of Kenya Health Conference.They advocated for innovative collaborative partnership for sustainable UHC delivery.

15/10/2025

JOB ADVERTISEMENT - EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a faith-based health solutions provider founded by an ecumenical partnership of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). The Organization’s core mandate is being a reliable provider for quality and affordable Health Products and Technologies, Quality Assurance and Health Systems Strengthening Services. MEDS was established in 1986 and serves clients spread throughout Kenya, other regions in Africa and beyond.

The position reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for providing administrative and strategic support for effective and efficient operation of the CEO’s office. It acts as the primary contact between the CEO’s office and stakeholders (internal and external).

Key Responsibilities:

i) Screen calls, filter information/requests and handle visitors for appropriate action.
ii) Receive and distribute incoming mail directed to the CEO’s office (physical and email) to facilitate smooth flow of information and timely implementation of required actions.
iii) Draft and send correspondence, as necessary, on behalf of the CEO for effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
iv) Support meetings (management, board etc.) and other engagements involving the CEO’s office by drafting agendas, preparing materials, coordinating logistics and follow-up communications to enhance effectiveness and outcomes.
v) Take minutes of management and other meetings associated with the CEO’s office for accurate record keeping, future reference and accountability.
vi) Manage office supplies to ensure efficient running of activities in the CEO’s office.
vii) Maintain systematic physical and digital filing systems to ensure information, documents and records are accessible and easily retrievable.
viii) Safeguard confidential and sensitive documents ensuring appropriate filing and access controls.
ix) Track implementation of decisions and issues raised by the CEO to facilitate timely action and closure.
x) Manage and optimize the CEO’s calendar by planning and scheduling appointments, meetings and events to optimize time utilization and align activities with organizational goals.
xi) Plan and coordinate logistics for the CEO’s domestic and international travels for seamless ex*****on.
xii) Monitor implementation of strategic work plans and priority projects coordinated through the CEO’s office for effective ex*****on.
xiii) Prepare and manage budget for the CEO’s office to facilitate resource allocation, track expenditure and optimize utilization.

Candidate Profile:

i) Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field from a recognized institution.
ii) Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook).
iii) Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a busy senior-level executive office.
iv) Proper understanding of organizational communication, protocol and strategic operations.
v) Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
vi) Training in secretarial studies, proficiency in virtual collaboration platforms and other productivity tools as well as working experience in a faith-based environment are added advantages.

If you fit the profile of this position, please submit your application providing the following MANDATORY requirements:
• Detailed CV stating your current position and salary, expected salary, telephone number and email address.
• Names and contacts of three (3) Referees (one of whom must be a professional who has supervised you at some point in your career and another a Senior Religious Leader).
• Copy of National Identity Card.

To:
Chief Executive Officer
Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies
Email: executive-assistant@meds.or.ke

By: 24th October 2025

Note: This position is open to local hires only. Late applications will not be considered and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.