Head of Clinical Services & Governance

Valley Hospital is a leading Level 4 healthcare facility in Nakuru City providing both inpatient and outpatient services. We are seeking to recruit a Head of Clinical Services & Governance to provide operational leadership to the Clinical Services Department and strategic leadership in Clinical Governance for all medical departments.

This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care, strengthening clinical governance frameworks, and aligning clinical operations with the hospital’s vision for excellence.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
• Added advantage for certification in business
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the healthcare sector, 3 of which must be in a senior leadership role in a similar-sized institution
• Demonstrated experience in clinical operations, clinical governance, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Deep understanding of healthcare operations, risk management, and patient safety
• Visionary thinking and innovation in clinical service delivery
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong ethical grounding and commitment to patient-centered care
• Proficient in interpreting healthcare regulations and quality standards