The Hospital Chief Executive Officer

The Tala Hospital:

The Tala Hospital is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering quality and compassionate medical services to the community. To strengthen our workforce and improve service delivery, we invite qualified, experienced, and motivated candidates to apply for the Hospital CEO positions.

Role Description:

The CEO will serve as the Accounting Officer and the chief executive responsible for the overall leadership, management, and administration of Tala Hospital. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hospital management, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, quality healthcare delivery, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability.

The CEO will oversee all aspects of the hospital's operations, lead efforts to achieve accreditation, and build partnerships with stakeholders to advance the hospital's mission of providing quality and affordable healthcare. The CEO will report directly to the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

● Provide strategic leadership in planning, development, and implementation of hospital policies, programs, and services aligned with the hospital vision and mission.

● Manage day-to-day operations ensuring quality, cost-effective, and patient-centered healthcare delivery.

● Spearhead the hospital's accreditation process and ensure compliance with Ministry of Health regulations and quality assurance standards.

● Prepare, manage, and oversee the hospital's budget ensuring prudent financial management, resource utilization, and revenue generation.

● Foster a positive organizational culture focused on teamwork, professionalism, and continual improvement.

● Engage and collaborate with stakeholders including government agencies, healthcare partners, insurers, suppliers, staff, and the community.

● Lead human resource management by recruiting, developing, and retaining competent staff while ensuring compliance with labor laws and best HR practices.

● Promote research, innovation, and capacity-building initiatives that enhance healthcare delivery.

● Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory healthcare requirements.

● Represent the hospital at public forums, professional associations, and health networks.

Qualifications & Experience:

● Bachelor's degree in Medicine, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

● Post-graduate qualification in health management/administration, business administration (MBA), or related field; Master's degree preferred.

● At least 7 years of senior management experience in a hospital or healthcare facility, preferably with experience at Level 3 or higher facilities in Kenya.

● Demonstrated success in leading healthcare institutions through accreditation and regulatory compliance processes.

● Strong knowledge of Kenya's healthcare regulatory framework, public health policies, and accreditation standards.

● Proven financial management expertise within healthcare settings.

● Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

● Experience in stakeholder engagement and public relations.

● Ability to lead organizational change and drive innovation in healthcare delivery.

● Strategic thinker with problem-solving abilities and a track record of initiating innovative solutions.

● Ability to work under pressure and adapt in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.

Application instructions

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their applications, including:

·      A cover letter.

·      Detailed CV

·      Copies of academic and professional certificates

·      Contact details of at least three referees

·      Clearly state your expected salary in the application

Applications should be addressed to The
Human Resource and
send through:

Deadline for application: 30th September 2025