Table 1 Roles and Powers of Kenyan Health Facility Committees

1

To oversee the general operations and management of the health facility

2

To advise the community on matters related to the promotion of health services

3

To represent and articulate community interests on matters pertaining to health in local development forums

4

To facilitate a feedback process to the community pertaining to the operations and management of the health facility

5

To implement community decisions pertaining to their own health

6

To mobilise community resources towards the development of health services within the area

Powers of the HFC

1

The committee shall have the authority to raise funds from within itself, the community or from donors and other well-wishers for the purpose of financing the operations and maintenance of the facility

2

The committee shall have authority to hire and fire subordinate staff employed by itself in the health facility

3

The committee shall oversee the development and expansion and maintenance of the physical facilities within their respective area