Hospital Manager at Access Heart Foundation

About the role:

Our flagship infrastructure project is a dedicated cardiac and specialist hospital in Kano. The facility will provide internal medicine, diagnostics, cardiology, and surgical. The Hospital Manager will be an operational leader on the ground in Kano, responsible for making this vision a clinical and commercial reality.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Operations & Clinical Governance

• Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the entire AHF Kano facility — internal medicine, diagnostics, cardiology, surgery, and the cardiac surgical programme
• Ensure the highest standards of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality of care across all departments
• Develop and enforce operational policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks across clinical and non-clinical functions
• Lead the activation of the cardiac catheterisation laboratory and cardiac surgical programme in coordination with AHF\'s clinical leadership
• Manage the patient journey from referral and admission through to discharge and follow-up, ensuring a consistent and high-quality experience

People & Team Leadership

• Lead, manage, and develop the full hospital workforce — clinical staff, administrative staff, and support functions
• Build a high-performing, values-driven team culture aligned with AHF\'s mission
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, performance, and retention of hospital staff in coordination with AHF leadership
• Liaise with visiting surgical teams, international partners, and the AHF Clinical Missions Council

Business Growth & Revenue

• Develop and execute a sustainable revenue and growth strategy for the facility 
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the patient base 
• Manage the facility\'s budget and financial performance 
• Develop and implement strategies to grow the facility\'s visibility a
• Report regularly to the Executive Director and Board on performance

Partnerships & External Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with the Kano State Government, Ministry of Health, and relevant regulatory bodies
• Represent AHF in Kano — attending relevant stakeholder forums, health sector meetings, and community engagements
• Manage relationships with equipment partners, pharmaceutical suppliers, and diagnostic service providers

What We Are Looking For:

• At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in hospital or healthcare facility management
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-departmental hospital operations — clinical services, diagnostics, administration, and support functions
• Proven track record in business development, revenue growth, or commercial management within a healthcare setting
• Strong financial acumen — experience managing hospital budgets, P&L, and financial reporting
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills — experience building and leading clinical and non-clinical teams
• Deep understanding of Nigerian healthcare regulations, clinical governance standards, and hospital licensing requirements
• Kano-based 
• Fluency in English; Hausa language proficiency is a strong advantage

Strongly Desirable:

• Experience in cardiac care, surgical facilities, or specialist hospital settings
• Existing relationships with Kano State Government, health authorities, or the Northern Nigeria health sector
• MBA, MHA, or equivalent postgraduate qualification in health management or business.