SUMMARY:
One of South Africa’s largest restricted Medical Schemes for local government
employees is seeking a suitably qualified fit-and-proper Principal Officer (PO)/Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the scheme.
POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in managing a Medical Scheme
with strong capabilities in Financial Management, Operations, Risk and Governance
oversight.
The role requires fostering a healthy working relationship between the
Scheme, its Board of Trustees, members and third party service providers, always
ensuring that decisions made are in the best interests of Scheme members.
Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the PO will be ultimately responsible for
ensuring that all decisions and instructions of the Board of Trustees are carried out
timeously and in compliance with applicable legislation.
Responsibilities include and not limited to the following:-
- Serve as advisor to the Board of Trustees and related committee
- Lead Policy Development and implementation
- Drive Business and Product Development initiatives.
- Oversee Financial Management and Asset Management
- Manage Key Stakeholder relationships
- Ensure sound Corporate Governance and Risk Management
- Provide effective leadership and Staff Management
Minimum requirements:
A Degree in Finance (SA. CA)/ Business Administration (Post Graduate)/ Legal (Admitted Atoorney) or equivalent.
- A post graduate qualification would be advantageous (MBA/MBL).
- 12 to 15 years Senior to Executive Management experience in the Medica Scheme/Healthcare Industry.
- Previous experience as a Principal Officer or Healthcare COO/CEO/CFO would be advantageous.
- Healthcare/Medical Scheme experience is non-negotiable.
- Strong business acumen and a proven track record of success.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation applicable to medical schemes including the Medical Schemes Act (131 of 1998).
- Ability to work remotely and travel as required by the Board of Trustees.
Interested candidates are invited to apply or email a detailed CV to
Consultant.at.Shumabc.co.za.
If you do not receive feedback on your application within 4 weeks, kindly consider
your application as unsuccessful.
