Posted on: Mon 19-05-2025

Are you a seasoned administrator with a passion for healthcare leadership? *Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital (ISTH)* is now accepting applications from highly qualified and experienced professionals for the prestigious position of *Director of Administration*. This is a golden opportunity to work at one of Nigeria’s leading federal tertiary healthcare institutions!

Job Title: Director of Administration

To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• 1. A Bachelor’s Degree in either Hospital/Health Services Management or the Humanities/Social Sciences from a recognized university.
• 2. At least 25 years post-qualification working experience in government establishments.
• 3. Must have served at least 4 years at the level of Director in a government setting.
• 4. Possession of a Master’s or Doctorate Degree (PhD) is an added advantage.
• 5. Fellowship or Associate of the Institute of Health Services Administrators of Nigeria (IHSAN) or equivalent professional certificate is desirable.
• 6. Must be ICT compliant.
• 7. Prior experience in hospital administration is an added advantage.
• 8. Must be below 60 years of age at the time of appointment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Administration will report to the Chief Medical Director and will oversee the hospital's administrative functions. Key duties include:

• Leading the administration department and coordinating support services.
• Formulating, executing, and reviewing hospital policies.
• Acting as Secretary to the Hospital Management Board.
• Supervising recruitment, promotion, discipline, and staff welfare.
• Performing other duties assigned by the Board or Chief Medical Director.

Salary and benefits are in line with the Public Service Salary Structure applicable to this category of officers in federal institutions.

Appointment is until the mandatory retirement age of 60 years or 35 years of service, whichever comes first.

Interested candidates must submit *15 copies* of their application, along with Curriculum Vitae with:

•  * Name
•  * Date of Birth & Birth Certificate
•  * Address
•  * Contact Details
•  * Nationality
•  * Marital Status
•  * Institutions Attended with Dates
•  * Qualifications & Awards
•  * Work Experience
•  * Present Job Description & Salary
•  * Publications (if any)
•  * Extra-Curricular Activities
•  * Referees (3 required)

Send all applications in a *sealed envelope* marked “*Post of Director of Administration*” at the top-left corner to:

• *The Chief Medical Director*
• *Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital*
• *Irrua, Edo State*
• *Nigeria

Note: Referees must send confidential reports directly to the address above. Applications must be received within six (6) weeks* from the date of this publication

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