Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/H/88
17th November, 2015
2.0 MUHIMBILI NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Muhimbili National Hospital, which was established by an Act of Parliament No. 5 of 2000
as an autonomous Public Institution in the year 2000, is a super-specialist and teaching
hospital. 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.
2.1 POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Executive Director of the Hospital is the leader and overall Manager of the Institution
appointed by the Hospital's 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.
2.2 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR- 1 POST
2.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Vision and Plan Development
· 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
· To manage the development of the hospital's strategic plan
Organizational and Financial Management
· To supervise the application, and review of MNH Act, Regulations, Systems,
Procedures, and to ensure that MNH legal responsibilities and interests are
well protected
· To direct, control and co-ordinate the functions and activities of all
Directorates and Units.
· To ensure preparation of capital development and recurrent budget and
forward the same to the Board for review and approval
· To co-ordinate, evaluate and monitor performance of MNH so as to ensure
the planned activities are implemented within a given time and budget
· 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
· To review audit reports and audit work and take appropriate action
Communication and Societal Engagement
· To be the Chief Spokesman of MNH and represent MNH in all political,
social, economic and public relations policy activities
· To coordinate with relevant Ministries, Agencies and other Stakeholders on
matters of interest to the Hospital
Staff Management
· 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
· To maintain a climate which attracts, keeps and motivates a diverse staff of
top quality people
· To see to it that researches are conducted with a view to develop new and
improved methods or services
Board Support Management
· To coordinate Board Meetings and ensure that proper record of the
proceedings are maintained
· To keep the Board and the Government fully informed on all aspects of the
hospital activities and programmes
Fundraising and Development
· Create, implement and manage MNH's fundraising and development plan
with the goal of maintaining financial sustainability of the Hospital
· Ensure the organization's long-term fiscal health and viability
· Develop a strategy for expanding MNH's fund raising possibilities
2.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· Master's Degree in any Medical Field, Health Management Systems, Hospital
Administration OR equivalent qualifications
· Persons in other fields, but with proven track record and experience in
management of a similar large health care facility shall also be considered
· 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 management will be an added advantage
· Applicants must be at most 56 years of age by the time they apply
2.5 MOST CHALLENGING ASPECTS OF THE POSITION
· To get commitment and involvement of motivated staff
· To generate revenue and solicit donations in order to bridge a wide gap
between the Actual Institutional Budget and the Government Subventions
· To inculcate and sustain a culture of Quality Health Care Delivery among
hospital staff
2.6 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 an added advantage
· Veracity in the critical management skills of transformation leadership, action
plan, performance and total quality management, team building, decision
making, problem solving and change management
2.7 REMUNERATION
· Fixed by the Board of Trustees from time to time
2.8 TERMS OF SERVICE
· The Executive Director will be on contract for Three (3) years
NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable
contact, postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
v. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vi. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
vii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will
necessitate to legal action
viii. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their
application letters through their respective employers.
ix. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should
not apply.
x. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xi. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level
education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA)
xii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiii. Deadline for application is 4th December, 2015
xiv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xv. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvi. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xvii.Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xviii. All applications must be done using Recruitment Portal
http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ (This portal can also be
found in the PSRS website by clicking the button
'Recruitment Portal')
xix. IMPORTANT: APPLICATION LETTERS MUST BE ATTACHED
DURING APPLICATION SUBMISSION. APPLICATION LETTER
SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT
P.O.BOX 63100
DAR ES SALAAM.
17th November, 2015
2.0 MUHIMBILI NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Muhimbili National Hospital, which was established by an Act of Parliament No. 5 of 2000
as an autonomous Public Institution in the year 2000, is a super-specialist and teaching
hospital. 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.
2.1 POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Executive Director of the Hospital is the leader and overall Manager of the Institution
appointed by the Hospital's 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.
2.2 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR- 1 POST
2.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Vision and Plan Development
· 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
· To manage the development of the hospital's strategic plan
Organizational and Financial Management
· To supervise the application, and review of MNH Act, Regulations, Systems,
Procedures, and to ensure that MNH legal responsibilities and interests are
well protected
· To direct, control and co-ordinate the functions and activities of all
Directorates and Units.
· To ensure preparation of capital development and recurrent budget and
forward the same to the Board for review and approval
· To co-ordinate, evaluate and monitor performance of MNH so as to ensure
the planned activities are implemented within a given time and budget
· 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
· To review audit reports and audit work and take appropriate action
Communication and Societal Engagement
· To be the Chief Spokesman of MNH and represent MNH in all political,
social, economic and public relations policy activities
· To coordinate with relevant Ministries, Agencies and other Stakeholders on
matters of interest to the Hospital
Staff Management
· 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
· To maintain a climate which attracts, keeps and motivates a diverse staff of
top quality people
· To see to it that researches are conducted with a view to develop new and
improved methods or services
Board Support Management
· To coordinate Board Meetings and ensure that proper record of the
proceedings are maintained
· To keep the Board and the Government fully informed on all aspects of the
hospital activities and programmes
Fundraising and Development
· Create, implement and manage MNH's fundraising and development plan
with the goal of maintaining financial sustainability of the Hospital
· Ensure the organization's long-term fiscal health and viability
· Develop a strategy for expanding MNH's fund raising possibilities
2.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· Master's Degree in any Medical Field, Health Management Systems, Hospital
Administration OR equivalent qualifications
· Persons in other fields, but with proven track record and experience in
management of a similar large health care facility shall also be considered
· 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 management will be an added advantage
· Applicants must be at most 56 years of age by the time they apply
2.5 MOST CHALLENGING ASPECTS OF THE POSITION
· To get commitment and involvement of motivated staff
· To generate revenue and solicit donations in order to bridge a wide gap
between the Actual Institutional Budget and the Government Subventions
· To inculcate and sustain a culture of Quality Health Care Delivery among
hospital staff
2.6 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 an added advantage
· Veracity in the critical management skills of transformation leadership, action
plan, performance and total quality management, team building, decision
making, problem solving and change management
2.7 REMUNERATION
· Fixed by the Board of Trustees from time to time
2.8 TERMS OF SERVICE
· The Executive Director will be on contract for Three (3) years
NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable
contact, postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
v. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vi. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
vii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will
necessitate to legal action
viii. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their
application letters through their respective employers.
ix. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should
not apply.
x. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xi. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level
education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA)
xii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiii. Deadline for application is 4th December, 2015
xiv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xv. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvi. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xvii.Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xviii. All applications must be done using Recruitment Portal
http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ (This portal can also be
found in the PSRS website by clicking the button
'Recruitment Portal')
xix. IMPORTANT: APPLICATION LETTERS MUST BE ATTACHED
DURING APPLICATION SUBMISSION. APPLICATION LETTER
SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT
P.O.BOX 63100
DAR ES SALAAM.
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