MUHIMBILI

NATIONAL HOSPITAL
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P.O. Box 65000
DAR ES SALAAM
Tanzania

VACANT POSITION
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
1.0

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Muhimbili National Hospital is a super specialist and teaching hospital which was
established by an ACT of Parliament No. 5 of 2000. The main aim of the Hospital
is to provide Quality and Comprehensive Specialist and Super-specialist Health
Care Services as well as offer and promote conducive environment for teaching
and research. It is a multi-specialty 1500 bed hospital with a workforce of over
3000 full time employees.
2.0 POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Executive Director of the Hospital is the leader and overall Manager of the
Institution appointed by the Hospitals BOARD OF TRUSTEES. He/She reports
to the Board and works very closely with main stakeholders including the Ministry
of Health and Social Welfare and the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied
Sciences. The position of the Executive Director, therefore, requires an
innovative, dynamic and results oriented professional.
3.0

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Director is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall
planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling of the Hospitals day to day
operations in accordance with the policy established by the Board of
Trustees. Specifically, the Executive Director is the Chief Executive O f f i c e r
charged with the following duties and responsibilities: Strategic Vision and Plan Development
(1)
(2)

To see to it that MNH develops well focused vision and mission

as approved by the Board of Trustees and to co-ordinate, evaluate and
monitor their implementation.
To oversee the formulation and review of MNH functional policies,
strategies, programmes, plans, guidelines, systems and procedures and to
co-ordinate their implementation.
All Correspondences to be addressed to the Executive Director

(3)

To manage the development of the hospitals strategic plan,.

Organizational and Financial Management

(4)
To supervise the application, and review of MNH Act, Regulations,
Systems, Procedures, and to ensure that MNH legal responsibilities and
interests are well protected.
(5)
To direct, control and co-ordinate the functions and activities of all
Directorates and Units.
(6)
To ensure preparation of capital development and recurrent budget and
forward the same to the Board for review and approval
(7)
To co-ordinate, evaluate, and monitor performance of MNH so as
to ensure that the planned activities are implemented within a given time
and budget.
(8)
To manage and administer the funds and assets of MNH in accordance
with the highest standards and sense of responsibility; and to ensure
compliance with all legal and regulatory compliance.
(9)
To review audit reports and audit work and take appropriate action.
Communication and Societal Engagement
(10) To be the Chief Spokesman of MNH and represent MNH in all political,
social, economic and public relations policy activities.
(11) To coordinate with relevant Ministries, agencies and other stakeholders
on matters of interest to the Hospital.
Staff Management
(12) To approve all appointments and promotions and sanction all dismissals
on recommendation by the Heads of departments or recommend
alternative actions to be taken by the Board.
(13) To maintain a climate which attracts, keeps and motivates a diverse staff
of top quality people.
(14) To see to it that researches are conducted with a view to develop new
and improved methods or services.
.
Board Support Management
(15) To coordinate Board Meetings and ensure that proper record of the
proceedings are maintained.
(16) To keep the Board and the Government fully informed on all aspects of
the hospital activities and programmes.
Fundraising and Development
(17)
(18)
(19)

Create, implement and manage MNHs fundraising and development plan

with the goal of maintaining financial sustainability of the Hospital.
Ensure the organizations long-term fiscal health and viability,
Develop a strategy for expanding MNHs fund raising possibilities.

4.0

MOST CHALLENGING ASPECTS OF THE POSITION

1. To get commitment and involvement of motivated staff.
2. To generate revenue and solicit donations in order to bridge a wide gap
between the Actual Institutional Budget and the Government Subventions.
All Correspondences to be addressed to the Executive Director

3. To inculcate and sustain a culture of Quality Health Care Delivery among

hospital staff.
5.0

6.0

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of principles of new public
management and familiar with health reforms.
Good leadership skills and qualities.
Able to provide equality right to both non medical and medical carders.
Able to communicate with proven interpersonal skills.
Medical background is essential/ preferable.
Veracity in the critical management skills of transformation leadership,
action planning, performance and total quality management, team building,
decision making, problem solving and change management.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

A Medical Professional with at least a Masters Degree in Medicine or

equivalent qualifications in one of the medical/surgical related fields. Must
have at least ten (10) years of proven experience in administrative duties
with Hospital Managerial skills.
Good working knowledge of computer applications is essential.
Strong analytical, communication, strategic planning and interpersonal
skills with demonstrated track record of achievement, initiative and highest
ethical standards.
Additional qualifications in Leadership and Management will be an added
advantage.

7.0

SALARY & BENEFITS: The right candidate for this post shall receive an
attractive salary and benefits as fixed by the Board of Trustees and
approved by the Government from time to time.

7.0

MODE OF APPLICATION

Applications accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of certificates,

testimonials and names of three referees, one of which being the immediate/
current employer, should be addressed to: The Chairman, MNH Board of
Trustees, P. O. BOX 65000, DAR ES SALAAM, so as to reach him not later
than 5th December 2014.
Envelopes should be labelled, Executive Director Application.

All Correspondences to be addressed to the Executive Director