Hospital Administrator / Manager

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION– Hospital Administrator / Manager
Job Title: Hospital Administrator / Manager
Location: Kigutu, Burundi
Reports To: Director of Operations
Works Closely With: Medical Director
Position Type: Full-Time

About Village Health Works (VHW)

Village Health Works is a 501(c) (3) social justice organization founded on the belief that health equity is
not a commodity, but a right. VHW’s mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare and
education to the most vulnerable populations, based on critical thinking, in a dignified environment. Rooted
in the communities it serves, VHW employs a holistic model that integrates clinical services with education,
food security, economic development, environmental protection, music, and the arts. With an 85,000 sq. ft.
teaching hospital, a comprehensive health system, and the Kigutu International Academy, VHW addresses
the root causes of poverty and promotes long term, sustainable change.

VHW Core Values

• Dignity: Every member of VHW’s team must value the inherent dignity in each individual.
• Excellence: We aspire to excellence in all we do and hold ourselves to the highest standards.
• Compassion and Justice: These are the heart of our mission and guide all of our actions.
• Boldness and Perseverance: We are courageous in addressing challenges and persistent in
  pursuing our goals.
• Accountability: We are accountable to each other, our community, and those we serve.
  Role Purpose
  The Hospital Administrator / Manager ensures the efficient, safe, and uninterrupted functioning of all nonclinical hospital operations. The role provides leadership over facilities management, biomedical
  equipment, maintenance services, and medical supply systems to support high-quality patient care delivery
  in a rural healthcare environment.
  The position serves as the operational bridge between clinical leadership and support services, translating
  institutional strategy into daily operational excellence.
  Impact of the Role
  The Hospital Administrator directly strengthens patient care delivery by ensuring that infrastructure,
  equipment, and supply systems operate reliably and efficiently. In a rural health setting like Kigutu, this
  role is critical to sustaining safe, continuous, and quality healthcare services.
  Core Accountability Areas

1. Facilities & Maintenance Oversight

• Lead all day-to-day maintenance activities.
• Ensure preventive maintenance scheduling and compliance.
• Guarantee continuous availability of utilities (water, power, waste systems).
• Supervise maintenance and technical staff.
• Maintain infrastructure safety and regulatory compliance.

1. Biomedical Equipment Management

• Provide administrative oversight of biomedical equipment management to ensure that systems for
  inventory, maintenance, calibration, and repair are functioning effectively.
• Work in coordination with the Biomedical Supervisor to ensure the availability and functionality
  of critical clinical equipment.
• Monitor reports on equipment status, downtime, and maintenance activities, and ensure timely
  resolution of issues affecting clinical services.
• Support planning and budgeting for equipment procurement, replacement, and upgrades in
  alignment with hospital needs and strategic priorities.
• Ensure that biomedical equipment management processes comply with hospital policies, safety
  standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate coordination between clinical departments, procurement, and the biomedical unit to
  ensure efficient equipment utilization and maintenance.

1. Medical Supplies & Operational Readiness

• Ensure adequate availability of essential medical supplies and consumables.
• Prevent stock-outs through effective coordination with procurement and stores.
• Monitor storage standards and inventory controls.
• Conduct periodic stock audits.

1. Budget & Resource Management

• Prepare and manage operational budgets (maintenance, equipment, and infrastructure).
• Monitor expenditures and ensure cost-efficiency.
• Support capital planning initiatives.

1. Compliance, Risk & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Health standards and organizational policies.
• Maintain readiness for audits and inspections.
• Support infection prevention infrastructure and safety systems.
• in coordination with the Security Manager, ensures the prevention of security risks.

1. Team Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise maintenance and technical staff performance.
• Strengthen operational SOPs and workflow systems.
• Participate in hospital leadership meetings.
• Facilitate coordination between clinical and operations departments.

1. Qualifications and Requirements
   7.1. Education

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Hospital Administration, Health Management, Public
  Health, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Additional training in health systems management, hospital operations, or healthcare
  administration is an asset.
  7.2. Professional Experience
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in hospital operations, healthcare
  administration, or facility management.
• Proven experience managing hospital support services, infrastructure, and operational
  systems.
• Experience working in resource-limited or rural healthcare environments is highly desirable.
• Experience supervising technical, maintenance, or operational teams.
  7.3. Technical Knowledge
• Strong understanding of hospital operations, infrastructure management, and healthcare
  support services.
• Familiarity with biomedical equipment management systems and maintenance coordination.
• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain management and inventory control systems.
• Experience in budget planning, financial monitoring, and resource management.
• Understanding of healthcare regulatory compliance, safety standards, and quality assurance
  systems.
  7.4. Skills and Competencies
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with both clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Ability to analyze operational data and make strategic decisions.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
  7.5. Language Requirements
• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of Kirundi is an advantage.
  
  How to Apply
  Please email the following documents to jobs@villagehealthworks.org the subject line: Hospital
  Administrator / Manager.
  a) A cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the position
  b) Your current resume/CV
  c) Contact details for three (3) professional references (including one former supervisor) Deadline
  d) Certified copy of diplomas and training certificates
  e) Job Certificates
  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until May 10, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be
  contacted.
  Equal Opportunity Statement
  Village Health Works is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications
  from women, Burundian nationals, and individuals from underrepresented communities. Village Health
  Works considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
  expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation.