Head – Human Resources(readvert)
Washington Medical Center
Business
Human Resource Management
Addis Ababa
10 years
1 Position
2025-07-31
to
2025-09-01
human resources department processes
Management
Full Time
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Job Description
For over a decade, Washington Healthcare has earned the trust of millions by delivering compassionate, high-quality care across Ethiopia.
Now, in a bold stride toward redefining healthcare in the region, Washington Healthcare is proud to unveil its most ambitious venture yet: a state-of-the-art tertiary hospital that will redefine healthcare standards in the region. With 110 beds, Ethiopia’s first PET scan machine, and the first privately operated LINAC machine for advanced cancer treatment, this facility will set a new benchmark in medical innovation.
Even more , the hospital will be managed and operated by the world-renowned Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Group ,an Indian multinational healthcare group headquartered in India. It is the largest private hospital network in India, with a network of 71 owned and managed hospitals. .
This new facility will be more than just a hospital; it will be a center of excellence, hope, and innovation. Powered by Apollo’s international expertise and Washington Healthcare unwavering local commitment, the hospital is set to raise the bar for tertiary care in Ethiopia—ushering in a new era where advanced medical technology meets heartfelt, patient-centered care.
Designation : Head – Human Resources
Reports to : Chief Operations Officer
Job Summary
The Head – Human Resources is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align with the hospital’s mission and operational goals. This role oversees talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, training, and compliance with labor regulations. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Head – HR plays a key role in fostering a positive workplace culture, improving employee satisfaction, and ensuring efficient workforce planning to deliver high-quality patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manpower Planning &Recruitment
To be responsible for Manpower planning department wise.
To carry out all recruitments of the organization.
To ensure recruitment is carried out as per Job Specification for all positions.
Separation
To be responsible for final settlements of employees leaving the Organization.
To conduct exit interviews for employees leaving the hospital Compensation & Benefits
To prepare HR Budget for each financial year and control HR Cost
To review the compensation policy and be responsible for Compensation Management.
To ensure confirmation/ regularization / extension process are completed one month before the due date and necessary orders are issued to the concerned employee through their Departmental Heads.
To handle all promotion cases
Performance Management System
To implement the online performance appraisal system for assessing the performance of employees.
To ensure timely completion of PMS process.
To adhere to all statutory regulations applicable to the employees of Hospital.
To have close liaison with the Government officials of Labour Department.
To ensure statutory payments are made as per schedule and maintain relevant documents.
To ensure all hospital licenses relevant to HR are valid at all times and renewals are made on time.
To ensure statutory records are updated regularly and the returns are filed as per the due dates of respective laws.
To coordinate with internal / external auditors and Government Inspection Authorities.
To coordinate with statutory consultant and ensure compliance on time.
Statutory
Discipline
To counsel employees, redress grievances and maintain high morale.
To maintain discipline among the employees and take appropriate action in case of violation.
To coordinate with Advocates in all Labour cases.
To conduct preliminary enquiry on all disciplinary cases.
To issue Warning letters for latecomers and initiate suitable disciplinary action on employees committing misconduct.
Welfare & Employee Engagement
To be responsible for conducting Organizational Climate Survey and implement the action plan.
To coordinate all welfare activities and ensure timely action.
To be responsible for the vaccination of employees.
To be responsible for issue of Uniforms according to their due dates and monitor employee grooming.
To upkeep and make a periodical visit to the hospital maintained hostels / guest houses.
To ensure that the agreements / lease documents of hostel / guesthouse are renewed regularly on time.
To coordinate all hospital functions and celebrations.
To be responsible for submission of Inclusion & Exclusion details of employees to the Insurance Company as per time schedule for Group Medi claim Insurance, GTLI, GPA.
Quality Systems
To maintain & monitor the HR document procedures as per the norms followed by the NABH/ISO standard.
To be responsible for sending advices on time for payment of salary and overtime.
To monitor necessary records in respect of the attendance, leave and medical benefit utilization details of employees.
Payroll & Time Office
Others
To be responsible for smooth functioning of the HR department.
To maintain the Personnel records of existing and resigned employees.
To ensure Personnel details of all employees are available in the HCM.
General Skills
Leadership skills
Analytical skills
Communication Skills,
Negotiation Skills,
Time Management
Team building & Decision making.
Key Competencies & Skills:
General Skills
Leadership skills
Analytical skills
Communication Skills,
Negotiation Skills,
Time Management
Team building & Decision making.
Job Requirements
Qualification : BA/ MA in Management
Experience : 10+ years
How To Apply
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Fields Of Study
Management
Skills Required
human resources department processes
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