Medbury Healthcare is an integrated healthcare organization with interests and investments that span the healthcare value chain. We are building an ecosystem that delivers superior healthcare solutions to Africa. We are fixing healthcare in Africa; you should join us.
Business Unit: MMS
Reports To: COO, MMS
Grade/Band: Senior Manager
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Lifecheck to lead and grow our Lifecheck business. This role carries full accountability for strategy, financial performance, clinical and operational excellence, people leadership, and sustainable expansion.
The ideal candidate is a commercially astute healthcare leader with strong clinical and operational insight, proven P&L ownership, and a passion for building high-performing teams while delivering exceptional patient and client experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue growth and profitability
- Align Lifecheck objectives with overall organizational strategy
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence
Operations & Clinical Management
- Oversee daily clinical operations ensuring seamless, high-quality service delivery
- Guide and manage clinicians to meet required service levels
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and industry standards
- Manage vendors, partners, ad-hoc staff, and employees
Revenue Growth & Business Development
- Drive growth across all revenue streams
- Identify and capitalize on new and existing business opportunities
- Develop and implement impactful sales and marketing strategies
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, partners, regulators, and professional associations
- Ensure alignment with organizational leadership
- Represent Lifecheck at key industry forums and engagements
People Leadership
- Attract, develop, and retain top medical and wellness talent
- Lead recruitment, training, mentoring, and succession planning initiatives
- Build a high-performance, engaged workforce culture
Marketing & Public Relations
- Develop and execute marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility
- Lead digital and social media initiatives
- Drive innovative PR campaigns to strengthen market presence
Financial Management
- Full Profit & Loss (P&L) accountability
- Ensure financial discipline and budget adherence
- Analyze revenue streams and optimize margins
Expansion & Growth
- Identify expansion opportunities (new services, partnerships, markets)
- Launch new revenue streams and service lines
- Develop and implement sustainable growth strategies
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Financial
- Revenue Growth
- Profitability
Operational
- Customer Acquisition & Retention
- Stakeholder Management
- Customer Satisfaction
Growth & Expansion
- Identification of Growth Opportunities
- Development of New Revenue Streams
People Metrics
- Recruitment, Training & Coaching
- Employee Engagement
Qualifications & Experience
- MBBS or Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management or related field
- MBA or Master’s degree in Business Management
- Relevant professional certifications (advantageous)
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
- Proven experience in a senior management role with P&L responsibility within the healthcare industry
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and business development capabilities
Who We’re Looking For
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
- Results-driven leader with excellent stakeholder management skills
- Experienced healthcare operator with deep understanding of clinical governance
- Inspirational people leader who builds high-performing teams
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence at executive level
Why Join Us?
This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future growth of the Lifecheck business, drive innovation in healthcare services, and make a meaningful difference in patient and client experiences.
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