Clinical Director of Oncology, AMCE at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Clinical Director of Oncology, AMCE



Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Working time: Full-time

The OpportunityAs the Clinical Director of Oncology service, you will be tasked with the responsibility of providing the department with strong clinical leadership, whilst also being responsible for the day to day operations within the department which may include clinical research and help to all other supporting services.
The post holder will be in charge of fulfilling a wide variety of roles, which will include the oversight of department operations, providing expertise to both the internal department and wider organisation, whilst also making sure that the department practice is complying with the relevant legislations.
The Director of Oncology will lead by example, demonstrated through their high level of performance, being able to drive the department with a clear strategic plan.
The ideal candidate will be someone that is seen as a leader to patient care providers in the wider organisation, being able to assist with all internal staffing concerns, collaborating with stakeholders of all levels and resolving both patient and staff management issues promptly.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous exceptional leadership within a Clinical Oncology Director position, meeting the required standards to achieve ‘excellence’ in that position. It is essential that the post holder is able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders making sure that they are clear and concise with the information they are providing.
The post holder will be someone that is seen as a ‘problem solver’, providing solutions to any potential complications that may have arisen in the department concerning both staff and patients from an operation and clinical standpoint, ensuring that these are resolved in an efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership:Lead by consistent ethical and professional behaviour, with uncompromising commitment to patients
To effectively lead the team, directing staff to ensure that resources are managed effectively to through planning with the wider team
To take responsibility for the review of clinical procedures, with a focus on continuous improvement of services
To be the first point of contact for staff, patients and the wider organisation in regards to any Clinical Oncology expertise that may need to be given
To lead in the explanation of any changes to processes within the department, ensuring that all staff are aware of this and are able to adapt
Provide leadership around job planning and productivity within the department
Ensure and cultivate a culture of integrity, transparency and respect, as per AMCE values, throughout the Department

Strategic Development:To work with the Head of Nursing and other senior leads in the department to provide effective clinical leadership to the directorate and help ensure the development of high quality clinical services
To work with the Head of Nursing and senior leadership team to develop relationships, services and clinical pathways that aim to improve quality of service
To ensure that regular appraisals of staff within the department are carried out to ensure that there is a long term plan in identifying and achieving objectives which fall in line with those of both the individual and organisation
To regularly monitor and review clinical practices within the department, seeking change if there is any that needs to be made
To make sure that the strategic plan of the clinical department is a realistic one that takes into account any financial/resource constraints
To monitor and assess performance of senior and nursing staff within the Oncology department, making sure that these fall in line with standards of the organisation, identifying any potential methods of improvement where necessary

Governance:Ensure correct governances arrangements, which include the management of finance and regulatory activity where appropriate
To ensure that all clinical practice complies with the statutory regulations that are in place
Participate in clinical audit, incident reporting and analysis to ensure resulting actions are implemented

Other Duties:To participate in any research findings that may improve the clinical delivery of the department, relaying this information to the C Suite to see if any of these findings can be implemented
Where necessary, be able to explain clinical information to patients and external staff regarding any treatment/findings, demonstrating clear and concise interpersonal skills
Continuing personal professional development if needed

Equality and Diversity:Act as lead for Equality & Diversity in the Oncology department to ensure the development and effective implementation of a strategy, set of policies, procedures and monitoring and control systems are in place

Personal and Staff Development:Work with HR to undertake recruitment, retention, performance management and development of staff in the team
Work with the Recruitment Manager to establish connections with appropriate local, international and online communities to nurture a pipeline of talent to support the growth of the company
Responsible for development of high potential employees, providing a structured approach to mentoring and developing critical talent at all levels of management

Communications And Working Relationships:Coordinate and facilitate consultations with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements to ensure improvements and any necessary systems implementations to help the meet the Oncology departments strategic objectives
Establish credibility throughout the organisation and set an example as a proactive senior leader and change agent who earns respect by demonstrating a sound understanding of the Oncology Operations objectives and goals
Collaborate with the Head of Nursing and CNO to determine the short and long term needs of the Oncology department
Develop and present Oncology department updates to the Board of Directors
In conjunction with the Head of Nursing and CNO, lead on quality improvement and Innovation within the Oncology department

Line Management:Develop and maintain the Oncology department with the appropriate mix of business knowledge and technical skills required to achieve strategic objectives and ensure the core functions of the Oncology department are reliable, stable and efficient
Provide strong leadership to develop, coach and ensure a high performing team
Establish the department goals, objectives and operating procedures

Organisational Responsibilities:Work with the senior management team to horizon scan for new Oncology technology or sector related improvements
Provide solutions and services to the business that retain and increase a competitive advantage within the sector
Evaluate, select, and implement new technology/systems needed to support the organisation in reaching its Oncology strategic objectives

Confidentiality:The post holder must be aware that Confidential Information and data to which the post holder will have knowledge and access to in the course of their employment with the AMCE is to be kept confidential, and this confidentiality is a condition of employment. The duty to maintain confidentiality continues even when the post holder is no longer employed
This information is not to be shared with anyone outside of the AMCE under any circumstances, except to the extent necessary to fulfil any duties and responsibilities required within the role. Furthermore, upon termination with the AMCE Abuja, the post holder will return to the AMCE all confidential information held

General:The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post
To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of AMCE together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations
To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder
All employees must hold an AMCE email account, which will be the AMCE’s formal route for email communication. You are therefore required to check this regularly and to deal with such communication promptly

Infection Control Statement: The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the AMCE Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures, which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times

Criteria
Essential Qualifications:Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) or the country of origin
Fellowship in Cardiology of West African College of Physicians / equivalent in country of origin
MSc Degree in related field of equivalent experience
Evidence of continuing professional and managerial development

Desirable Qualifications:MD or PHD
Additional sub-specialty training

Essential Experience:Budgetary management experience
Previous experience of delivering an exceptional level of clinical expertise
Previous experience in managing a team
Previous experience in managing in an Oncology department
Previous experience in setting a long term strategic plan which has been successfully implemented
High level of analysis and interpretation skills
Ability to prioritise work, with previous experience working in a complex, fast paced environment
Ability to motivate a team with previous experience of achieving team objectives
Success In working across a widespread organisation, collaborating with a variety of senior stakeholders

Desirable Experience:Has regional / national / international standing
Has experience of working With Board members and Senior Directors in more than one setting
Track record of leading delivery of robust of Full Business Cases

Management and Leadership:Inspirational and visible leader, with first class communication skills, capable of engaging audiences at all levels
Ability to think and act strategically, developing practical, innovative and creative solutions to the management of issues and complex problems
Ability to identify opportunities to improve
business outcomes through partnership at all levels
Energy and passion to deliver at pace and cut through obstacles
Well-developed management skills, with the ability to build and lead teams across multiple locations
Highly effective influencing and negotiating skills, with the ability to develop partnerships and alliances across a diverse range of stakeholders
Politically astute and resilient, with the ability to manage conflict and ambiguity
Outcome focused, with the capability and tenacity to drive the agenda forward
Financially literate and commercially astute, with a sophisticated understanding of commercially orientated performance and financial management including contract management
Driven by change and business transformation particularly focused on optimising the benefits of digitization
Shares the AMCE’s vision and values
Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care
Leadership, Organisational,Managerial skills ,Vision and ability to plan ahead are desirable

Personal Attributes:Professional attitude towards work
Shares the AMCE’s vision
Proactive and organised
Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care
Has personal and professional credibility and commands the respect of colleagues peers
Is supportive and approachable and capable of inspiring confidence in staff members
Commitment to caring for others
Ability to adapt to living in a new country and new culture accordingly
High levels of honesty and integrity

Languages:All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Skills in languages other than English is desirable

AMCE Values:Able to demonstrate an understanding of the AMCE’s values
Commitment to uphold the AMCE’s values

BenefitsTempting Salary Package
Housing Allowance
Education Allowance for up to 3 children
Club Membership
Relocation Package (If applicable)
Health & Medical
Professional Membership
Group Life
Gratuity & Pension.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.


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