About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital in the OR Tambo District. This pivotal role requires a dynamic leader who can effectively manage clinical and administrative support services, ensuring that the hospital’s operations align with both provincial and national health objectives. The CEO will not only oversee the delivery of health services but also engage with various stakeholders at public forums, making a tangible difference in the lives of the community served by the hospital.
As the Chief Executive Officer, you will be instrumental in spearheading strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing health outcomes. Your leadership will directly impact the operational effectiveness of the hospital, helping to mobilize resources and streamline processes. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to contribute to the health sector in South Africa, ensuring that quality healthcare is accessible to all.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to ensuring the health and well-being of South Africans through effective healthcare services. Its mandate includes the development and implementation of health policies, the management of health facilities, and the promotion of health initiatives across the country. Working within this department means being part of a mission that prioritizes public health and enhances the quality of life for communities.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, direct, and coordinate the delivery of clinical and administrative services at the hospital.
- Engage with key stakeholders at provincial and public forums to advocate for the hospital’s interests.
- Develop strategic plans in line with national and provincial health frameworks.
- Manage financial resources, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
- Implement policies and procedures for effective financial management and resource mobilization.
- Oversee risk management and asset management to safeguard hospital assets.
- Lead a team of executive managers to drive operational improvements and enhance service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- A National Senior Certificate and a qualification in a clinical field (NQF level 8) recognized by SAQA.
- At least 8 years of experience at a Senior Management level within the health sector.
- Registration with the relevant Professional Council.
- Completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate (Nyukela) prior to appointment.
- Strong knowledge of the National Health Act, PFMA, and related public service regulations.
- Proven competencies in strategic leadership, financial management, and project management.
- Excellent communication skills and 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, a qualification in a clinical field (NQF level 8) as recognized by SAQA.A minimum of 8 years’ experience at Senior Management level in the Health Sector.
Registration with the relevant Professional Council.
Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate (Nyukela) required prior to appointment.
Knowledge of relevant such as National Health Act, (PFMA), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial 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 102 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.
