Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Title Chief Executive (CEO) Organisation An established multi speciality hospital operating with a 100 bed capacity, currently in an expansion phase to scale up to 250 beds Reporting To Board of Directors Role Purpose The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for defining, shaping, and driving the overall direction of the hospital as a healthcare institution and as a business. This role exists to set trajectory, not manage tasks. The hospital is fully functional with all key departments operational. Additional leadership or structural enhancements required to scale or elevate performance can be built and/or strengthened as required. The hospital will have clinical leadership, operations incharge , and administrative teams in place. Role Intent (How This Role Thinks) The CEO is expected to operate at an enterprise level, focusing on: \*Long\-term institutional growth \*Strategic decision\-making \*Market positioning and reputation \*Financial sustainability \*Leadership alignment and governance This is a role for someone who thinks in systems, scale, and second\-order impact, not departmental efficiency alone. Key Accountabilities 1\. Strategic Leadership \& Direction Define and execute the short\-, medium\-, and long\-term strategy of the hospital Develop a clear roadmap from launch to scale, including service mix, specialties, and future expansion Continuously assess external trends in healthcare, regulation, and competition to keep the institution future\-ready Translate vision into measurable strategic priorities across the organisation 2\. Institutional \& Business Growth Own the overall performance and sustainability of the hospital Drive growth through strategic service development, partnerships, and positioning Ensure alignment between clinical excellence, patient experience, and financial outcomes Make capital allocation and investment decisions with long\-term institutional value in mind 3\. Leadership, Culture \& Alignment Lead and align senior leadership including operations, clinical, finance, and administration Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, and performance Ensure leadership teams operate cohesively rather than in silos Attract, retain, and develop senior talent capable of scaling the institution 4\. Governance, Risk \& Compliance Act as the primary interface between the Board and management Ensure strong governance, ethical standards, and regulatory compliance Identify and mitigate strategic, financial, and reputational risks Establish decision\-making frameworks rather than ad\-hoc interventions 5\. Market Positioning \& External Leadership Serve as the public and institutional face of the hospital Build credibility with doctors, regulators, insurers, corporates, and the wider healthcare ecosystem Shape the hospital’s reputation as a trusted, modern healthcare institution Drive partnerships and alliances that strengthen long\-term positioning What This Role Is (and Is Not) This role is: About direction, integration, and scale About building a hospital as an institution, not just running a facility About making fewer but higher\-impact decisions This role is not: Day\-to\-day operational firefighting Department\-level management A purely clinical or administrative position Who This Role Is For This role is for someone who: \*Has led or significantly shaped large hospitals or complex healthcare institutions \*Thinks beyond execution and focuses on trajectory and legacy \*Is comfortable with ambiguity, authority, and accountability \*Understands healthcare as both a service mission and a business system This role is not suitable for candidates whose experience is limited to functional or departmental leadership alone. Qualification \& Experience Qualification MBA / MHA / Equivalent senior management qualification Clinical background is not mandatory, but healthcare leadership exposure is essential Experience \*10\+ years in healthcare or hospital leadership roles \*Prior experience as CEO, COO, or equivalent senior leadership strongly preferred \*Experience with hospital launch, expansion, or transformation is a major advantage Compensation \*Compensation will be competitive and aligned with senior leadership expectations \*Salary is not a constraint for the right candidate How to Apply Interested candidates may share their resume and contact details at: hr@mgdmhospital.com Job Type: Full\-time Work Location: In person