About Sirisia Leadership Academy

Sirisia Leadership Academy (SLA) is a newly established boarding high school located in the foothills of Mt. Elgon in Western Kenya. SLA prepares academically gifted yet economically disadvantaged girls and boys from Sirisia and neighboring communities to succeed at university.

Tuition and fees are fully waived for approximately 200 selected students, who live and learn in a vibrant academic community on a 37‑acre campus. SLA graduates will be equipped with the academic rigor, leadership skills, and mastery of written communication necessary to thrive at top‑tier universities in Kenya, the United States, and Europe.

A cornerstone of SLA’s model is integrating advanced agricultural and ecological research into the curriculum. The Academy also serves as a cultural exchange hub for visiting students and researchers from both Kenyan and international universities.

We seek an exceptional, compassionate, and highly skilled Registered Nurse who will embrace a multifaceted role — leading our on‑campus infirmary, serving as matron for our female boarding students, teaching Health to all high school students, and offering guidance and counseling support. This is an opportunity to shape the well‑being, confidence, and personal growth of Kenya’s future leaders.

Key Responsibilities  

Health Services & Infirmary Management

• Oversee and operate the Academy’s on‑campus infirmary, providing responsive, high‑quality medical care to students and staff

• Manage health records, administer medications, and coordinate care with external medical providers as needed

• Promote preventative health measures, hygiene, and safety across the school community

• Help guide the school kitchen to prepare healthy, nutritious meals

Student Support

• Serve as matron for female boarding students, fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive residential environment

• Offer guidance counseling to both boys and girls, addressing academic, social, and personal challenges

• Nurture each student’s emotional, psychological, and social well‑being, creating conditions for them to thrive both in and out of the classroom

Teaching – Health Education

• Design and deliver engaging Health classes for high school students, covering physical health, mental wellness, nutrition, relationships, and life skills

• Create a learning environment that encourages curiosity, personal responsibility, and healthy decision‑making

Community Engagement

• Partner with colleagues to integrate health and wellness themes into school‑wide activities and initiatives

• Contribute to extracurricular programs, workshops, and events that promote leadership, resilience, and service

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered Nurse with current licensure in Kenya

• Minimum 4 years of professional nursing experience, preferably including adolescent or school health settings

• Valid TSC Registration Certificate (preferred) or willingness to pursue PGDE remotely

• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and counsel young people effectively

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Proven commitment to fostering the health, safety, and personal development of adolescents

• Committed to full-time campus residency and active engagement in residential life

• Alignment with SLA’s mission, values, and high‑performance culture

Why Join SLA

• Play a pivotal role in the health, well‑being, and personal growth of gifted students from underserved communities

• Live and work in a supportive, safe, and modern residential community

• Earn significant bonuses based on objective performance goals.

• Collaborate with world‑class educators, health professionals, and visiting experts

• Shape the character and leadership potential of Kenya’s future changemakers

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following to sirisialeadershipacademy@gmail.com

• A cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae (including references)

• Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) Registration Certificate

• Copies of KCSE results and university transcripts

• Valid TSC Registration Certificate (if available)

• Your earliest availability (month) to assume the role

Applications are due by October 24, 2025

Note: Licensed Physicians who would like to contribute towards SLA’s vision and mission are encouraged to apply.  Compensation to be adjusted commensurately.