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

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

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

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

REMUNERATION
• Fixed by the Board of Trustees from time to time

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

DAUDI
Secretary
Public Service Recruitment Secretariat