About the Role
The Chief Executive Officer position at Madwaleni Hospital, located in the Amathole District, is a pivotal role within the Department of Health. This position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader to drive the strategic vision and operational excellence of the hospital. As the CEO, you will be responsible for ensuring that clinical and administrative services are delivered effectively and efficiently, directly impacting the health outcomes of the community. The role emphasizes the importance of meeting legislative requirements while championing healthcare improvements that resonate throughout the province and beyond.
In this leadership position, you will collaborate with the executive management team to develop and execute a strategic plan that aligns with national, provincial, and district health objectives. The CEO plays a crucial role in maximizing revenue through sound financial management, ensuring that the hospital not only meets its budgetary goals but also thrives in a challenging environment. By working closely with healthcare professionals and stakeholders, you will enhance the hospital’s reputation and foster a culture of service delivery that prioritizes patient care.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. It aims to provide accessible, equitable, and quality healthcare services to communities, addressing public health challenges and improving health outcomes. Working within this department means being part of a mission that values the health of citizens and is committed to delivering services that are in line with national health policies and regulations.
Joining the Department of Health offers a chance to contribute significantly to public service. The commitment to improving healthcare services and the focus on the community’s well-being make this an enriching environment for professionals passionate about making a difference.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement a strategic plan for Madwaleni Hospital in alignment with national and provincial health strategies.
- Oversee the efficient delivery of clinical and administrative support services.
- Maximize revenue through the effective collection of income and prudent financial management.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and other relevant legislation.
- Lead and manage the executive team to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Represent the hospital at provincial and public forums, advocating for community health needs.
- Monitor and evaluate hospital performance, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Implement policies and procedures for effective resource management and risk mitigation.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in a clinical field recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of five years’ experience in the health sector at a middle management level.
- Registration with the relevant Professional Council.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the National Health Act, Mental Health Act, and related legislation.
- Strong competencies in strategic leadership, financial management, and people management.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and client orientation skills.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
National Senior Certificate, an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in the clinical field coupled with (5) years’ experience in the Health Sector at Middle Management level.Registration with the relevant Professional Council.
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as National Health Act, Mental Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial 110 Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and Analysis, Communication, Client Orientation and Customer focus.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
To plan, direct coordinate and manage the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administration support services through working the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal regulatory framework.To present the Hospital Authoritatively at provincial and public forums.
To provide Strategic leadership to improve operational effectively within the health establishment to improve health outcomes.
Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic Plan for the Hospital to ensure it is in Line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plan.
Finance Management: Maximize revenue through Collection of all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines.
Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources.
Planning of financial resources mobilization.
Monitoring and evaluation and Asset and Risk management.
Finance management: Maximize revenue through Collection of all income due to the hospital, ensure that Hospital is managed within the budget in line with the PFMA and Relevant guidelines.
Ensure that adequate policies, systems and Procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources.
Planning of financial resources mobilization.
Monitoring and evaluation, and Asset and Risk Management.
