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Lenmed invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following position

Hospital CEO (Bokamoso Private Hospital)

DEPARTMENT

Business Operations

JOB TITLE

Hospital CEO (Bokamoso Private Hospital)

CLOSING DATE

2026/03/17

HOSPITAL

Bokamoso Private Hospital

WORK ADDRESS

Bokamoso Private Hospital - Plot 2435, Block 1, Mmopane, Along the Molepolole Road, Botswana

Main Focus Areas

Lenmed is a respected and fast-growing healthcare group committed to delivering world-class clinical outcomes and exceptional patient care. As a proudly global organisation with a growing international presence, including recent expansion into the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) states, we are deeply invested in the communities we serve and the dedicated professionals who bring our vision to life. Guided by our vision to be a leading global provider of person-centred healthcare driven by compassion, excellence and innovation, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our purpose is to create healthy and prosperous communities that inspires us to go beyond care, working collaboratively to ensure sustainable impact across every region we serve.

 

About us:
At Lenmed, our strength lies in our people, skilled, compassionate individuals committed to
accessible, innovative healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous improvement,
collaboration, and personal growth, supported by strong leadership and a clear strategic
direction.

 

Role Summary:
An exceptional leadership opportunity exists for a dynamic, commercially astute and strategically driven executive to lead Bokamoso Private Hospital, one of Botswana’s leading private healthcare institutions. The successful incumbent will report to the Group Head of Operations and will be responsible for the overall strategic, operational, financial and clinical
performance of the hospital.

The successful candidate will perform, inter alia, the following key performance areas:

Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to)

Key Performance Areas

Strategy Execution

Define and execute the hospital’s strategy, aligned to Group vision and regional healthcare priorities.
Drive operational excellence and embed a high-performance culture through stakeholder alignment.
Integrate clinical, operational and commercial functions across teams and organisational layers.
Ensure strategic objectives translate into measurable operational outcomes.

 

Strategic Input, Innovation and Enablement

Translate Group vision into clear strategic objectives for Bokamoso.
Identify growth opportunities including new services, partnerships and market expansion.
Provide strategic input into Group initiatives and capital allocation decisions.
Display strong understanding of key risks and opportunities impacting business sustainability.
• Develop and enhance frameworks, policies and procedures to ensure consistent operational execution.

 

Financial Management and Commercial Performance

  • Assume full accountability for hospital P&L performance.
  • Drive revenue growth, cost containment and margin optimisation.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial controls.
  • Monitor key financial metrics including EBITDA, revenue mix, overheads, working capital, activity metrics and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).
  • Ensure robust procurement and supply chain oversight to drive efficiencies.
  • Data driven analytical focus to key decisions and strategic direction.

 

Clinical Governance and Quality Management

  • Champion clinical excellence and patient safety.
  • Ensure effective implementation of clinical governance frameworks.
  • Oversee hospital committees including Quality, Ethics, Infection Control and Risk.
  • Monitor and review clinical indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain and expand accreditation standards and ensure alignment with industry best practice.
  • Compliance to internal and external quality audit requirements including those critical to licensing authorities in country.

 

Internal and External Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build strong relationships with doctors, specialists and healthcare professionals.
  • Maintain effective engagement with regulators, funders and industry bodies in Botswana with the objective to align with deliver of value to all stakeholders.
  • Represent the hospital at relevant internal and external forums.
  • Foster collaborative relationships with Group leadership and hospital management teams.
  • Promote the hospital brand within the community and healthcare sector.

 

Regulatory, Compliance and Risk Management

  • Ensure adherence to Botswana healthcare regulations and licensing requirements.
  • Implement risk management, governance and compliance policies.
  • Oversee internal and external audit processes.
  • Proactively identify operational, clinical, financial and reputational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Corporate Governance compliance and accountability to the hospital board of directors.

 

Resourcing, Talent Management and Leadership

• Lead by example in driving organisational values and culture.
• Take full responsibility for performance management of direct reports.
• Oversee recruitment, development, succession planning and transformation/localisation initiatives.
• Define performance contracts and monitor achievement of agreed objectives.
• Build leadership capability within the hospital management team.
• Staff retention a critical focus.
• Employee wellness focus towards an employer of choice strategy in country.

Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)

Minimum Required Education

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
    Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) will be advantageous.

 

Inherent Requirements

  • Minimum 8–10 years’ senior management experience within the private healthcare sector.
  • Previous Hospital CEO or General Manager experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated strong business, commercial and financial acumen.
  • Proven track record in managing complex healthcare operations.
  • Strong understanding of clinical governance, regulatory frameworks and healthcare compliance.
  • Experience working within a listed or group healthcare environment advantageous.
  • Knowledge of hospital information systems and ERP platforms advantageous.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management capability.

 

Personal Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with strong execution capability.
  • High integrity and sound judgement.
  • Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
  • Results-driven with a commitment to excellence in patient care.

 

Application Process:

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare and meet the requirements for this critical leadership role, we invite you to bring your expertise, your heart, and your commitment to excellence to Lenmed. Join us in shaping a healthier, more prosperous future — for our patients, our communities, and our people.

Candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be subjected to an interview and evaluation process. Please note that previous employers and references will be contacted, and qualifications, credit, and criminal records will be verified. Candidates will also be required to disclose all financial interests.

To apply, please submit a covering letter, a comprehensive CV, original certified copies of your qualifications, ID document, and driver’s license. Kindly include the names and contact details of three references from current and previous employers.

Applications must be submitted via e-mail to Bhavani Jeena, Head of People and Culture –
grouphr.administrator@lenmed.co.za

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive a response within 3 months from closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 17 March 2026

Please Note:

Candidates must ensure that their contact details are correct and that they can be contacted during office hours. If candidates are not contacted within thirty (30) days after the closing date, they should consider their applications as being unsuccessful. Late, incomplete and applications not indicating the applicable position will not be considered. The right to fill the position within the Operational requirements of the Company is reserved. By applying for this position and providing us with your CV and other personal information, you are consenting to the information being used for the specific purpose for which it was provided, which is recruitment purposes and possible appointment purposes(should you be successful). Please note that your information will be processed for recruitment purposes only or for such purposes relating to assessing the establishment of an employment relationship with yourself, and this will be in accordance with the applicable data protection and privacy legislation. We confirm that such information will not be used for any other purpose without obtaining your prior consent. If your application is not successful, we retain your CV and other information provided of 6 months after which it will be destroyed in a secure manner. If you object to your information being used in accordance with the aforementioned clauses, please indicate your objection and we will immediately destroy your personal information in a secure manner. Equal opportunity is supported by the Employer.

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