The Administrator is assigned to his/her position by Impact Foundation Bangladesh (IFB). As Head of the Boat Hospital Project, the Administrator shall report to the Chief Executive Officer of Impact Foundation Bangladesh. The Hospital Administrator is ultimately and solely responsible for the effective implementation of the boat hospital project in accordance with the IFB policy and the aims and objectives of this project laid down in the approved project documents.
This is a full-time un-accompanied position with free residential facility for the incumbent.
In consultation with all staff members of Jibon Tari and under the guidance of the Director-Programme and the Chief Executive Officer, design, and plan all detailed activities of the boat hospital project as outlined in the approved project proposal.
Assign duties/responsibilities and supervise all staff of the Jibon Tari hospital project and ensure their efficient and effective functioning.
Procure medicines, medical accessories and equipment, and other hospital supplies in time for the smooth running of the hospital.
Ensure proper, regular and timely repair, renovation, and maintenance of all hospital equipment (including medical equipment), furniture, fittings, and other movable/immovable assets of the hospital.
Assess the training needs of the hospital staff including medical staff in consultation with the Director-Programme and arrange for training.
Plan and implement each project at the different sites with the cooperation and collaboration of local communities and government administration.
Plan and conduct necessary publicity through the local/national media and other means for advance in each project and ensure that local community people, particularly women, are informed about the services of the hospital in advance of each project.
Keep updated of all licenses renewal for the IMPACT 'Jibon Tari' Floating Hospital such as DG Health Department, Drug Administration, Environmental department, etc.
Organise and hold meetings with community leaders and local government officials, including medical professionals, in each project site in advance to ensure their support for the projects.
Plan, invite and organize visits and services from specialist doctors (including surgeons) from the public and private sector institutions within Bangladesh to ensure specialized medical treatment, including surgery, for the patients of the boat hospital.
Advise the IFB Chief Executive Officer about the requirement of volunteer doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals from home and abroad and prepare their Terms of Reference; and make appropriate arrangements for their smooth functioning once they are available.
Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual project reports and statements of all expenditure, prepare the annual budget and other financial reports and documents. Also, oversee all day-to-day project activities and financial transactions.
In consultation with and with assistance from the Programme Officer and Director-Programme, conduct an evaluation of each site project of the boat hospital and submit the evaluation and activity reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
Study in advance the river routes and the mooring sites for smooth and safe navigation, movement and mooring of the boat hospital. In this context, have prior consultation with and seek advice from the appropriate authorities and technical experts.
Make appropriate advance arrangements for the hiring of Tug Boat from Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) and/or private organization for movement to different sites.
Make necessary arrangements with the law-enforcing agencies, local administration, and community leaders in advance to ensure the safety and security of the hospital while the hospital will be providing services at a particular project site.
Fulfill such other functions as may be assigned to him/her by the IFB Chief Executive Officer or the person designated by him/her.
Educational Requirements :
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS)
Masters degree in any discipline, Master of Business Administration (MBA)/Masters in Public Health
Experience Requirements :
At least 5 year(s)
The applicants should have experience in the following area(s):
Computer skill, MICROSOFT OFFICE
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
Hospital, NGO
Additional Requirements :
Age at most 50 years
Only males are allowed to apply
Minimum five years' experience in management and administration of health development programme
Preference will be given to person with experience in managing hospital or health projects
Experience in community health is an added qualification
Good command in English and Bangla
Believes in teamwork
Conceptually sound and creative in development planning
Attitude to work and live in remote riverine areas without family
Confidence to act in any emergency situation
Capable of maintaining public relations with the local government authorities, influential community leaders and media
Knowledge about machinery or hospital equipment maintenance is an added qualification
