Director of Administration at Faith Mediplex Teaching Hospital

• Faith Mediplex Teaching Hospital in Benin City, Edo State, a faith based Christian facility is seeking a highly qualified Director of Administration (DA) to provide strategic oversight and operational leadership.
• The ideal candidate will be an experienced administrator with a strong background in people management, healthcare or institutional management, ensuring operational excellence, and patient-centered service delivery.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee all administrative and non-clinical operations to optimize efficiency and service delivery.
• Develop and implement policies that enhance organizational performance and patient care. • Lead human resources functions, including recruitment, training, staff development, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare laws, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Supervise hospital infrastructure, procurement, and facility management to uphold high standards.
• Drive the integration of technology to enhance hospital administration and service transformation. • Act as the liaison with government agencies, regulatory bodies, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource management for sustainable hospita! operations.
• Lead crisis and risk management strategies to ensure organizational resilience.

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in English; fluency in additional languages is an advantage.
• Proven track record of leading successful projects and administrative reforms.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian healthcare regulations and best practices.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts or Social Sciences (a degree in Hospital administration with practical experience would be an added advantage).
• A Master's degree (MBA, MHA, or equivalent) is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years of administrative experience, with at least 5 years in senior management.
• Experience in hospital administration or healthcare management is an added advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic leadership and vision.
• Financial acumen and resource management.
• Human resource development and performance management.
• Compliance with global healthcare standards and policies.
• Crisis and risk management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.