About the Role
The KZN Department of Health is seeking a dedicated and visionary Chief Executive Officer for the Ladysmith Regional Hospital. This pivotal role places you at the heart of healthcare services in Ladysmith, a vibrant town in KwaZulu-Natal. Your leadership will directly impact the quality of patient care and operational efficiency, making a significant difference in the lives of community members. By effectively managing clinical and administrative services, you will ensure that the hospital meets both provincial and national health objectives.
As the CEO, you will work closely with the executive management team to drive strategic initiatives that enhance health outcomes. This position is not just about managing resources; it is about inspiring a team to deliver excellence in public service, ensuring that the hospital remains a trusted healthcare provider in the region. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating the complexities of healthcare delivery, fostering strong community relations, and advocating for the hospital at various forums.
About the Department
The KZN Department of Health is committed to providing accessible, quality healthcare services to all citizens. Its mandate encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including health promotion, disease prevention, and the management of healthcare facilities across the province. Working within this department means contributing to a mission that prioritizes the health and well-being of communities, making your role as CEO not only challenging but profoundly rewarding.
The department strives to implement innovative solutions to improve healthcare delivery and ensure that every citizen in KwaZulu-Natal has access to essential health services. By joining this team, you become part of a larger vision to enhance public health and support sustainable health systems throughout the province.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, direct, and coordinate the delivery of clinical and administrative support services to ensure effective hospital operations.
- Develop and implement strategic plans in alignment with national and provincial health strategies.
- Manage financial resources, ensuring prudent budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation processes are in place.
- Oversee facilities management to promote optimal service delivery and timely maintenance of hospital infrastructure.
- Foster a safe and healthy working environment through effective human resource management practices.
- Implement a transparent procurement system for equipment and supplies, ensuring cost-effective operations.
- Ensure clinical governance standards are upheld, maintaining high levels of patient care and community engagement.
What You’ll Need
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a clinical-related field with valid professional registration.
- A postgraduate degree or diploma in management.
- At least five years of experience in a senior managerial role within the healthcare sector.
- A valid unendorsed Code B driver’s license (Code 08).
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the National Health Act and Public Finance Management Act.
- Core competencies in strategic leadership, financial management, and human resource development are essential.
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the relevant email address below.
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Requirements
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a clinical related field, with a valid registration with the relevant professional body, A post graduate degree/ diploma in management.5 years of experience at senior managerial level.
Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s licence (Code 08).
Additional Information: Management experience at a Regional/Tertiary Hospital will be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: - Knowledge of relevant legislation such as National Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PMFA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies.
Core Competencies: - Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial management, Management of people and empowerment.
Progress Competencies: - Service delivery innovation, 124 knowledge management, Problem solving and analysis, Communication, Client orientation and customer focus.
Job Duties
Job Purpose To plan, direct, co-ordinate and manage the delivery of clinical and administrative support services in an effective an efficient manner, working with the key executive management team at the hospital and within the legal and regulatory framework, and government requirements, to represent the hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums, to provide strategic leadership to improve operational efficiency within the health establishment to improve health outcomes.Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the Hospital to ensure that it is in line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plans as well as the Department’s strategies goals and Objectives.
Financial Management: Ensure that adequate policies, systems and procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, financial planning, resource mobilization, including monitoring and evaluation; Ensure appropriate asset management and accountability of all assets of the institution; Identify strategic and operation risks and ensure that strategies are in place to address these, as well as monitor the progress; Maximize revenue through collection of all income due to the hospital.
Facilities Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery, ensure that systems and procedures are in place to for infrastructure planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and its equipment.
Human Resource Management: Implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilization of human resources; Promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including occupational health and safety committees; Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance.
Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: Implement a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority in line with PFMA, and Supply Chain Management prescripts; Ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost effective and timely manner; Ensure sound contract management for all contracted services.
Clinical and Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care, establish community networks and report to the Hospital Board and other relevant oversight committees/bodies; Ensure the establishment of the relevant governance structures linked to clinical and non- clinical functions and responsibilities; Manage all the institutions risks and implement strategies to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes.
