Head of Strategy at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Strategy

Location: Abuja

Job Purpose
The Head of Strategy will be responsible for:

• leading the development, communication, and execution of AMCE’s long-term strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its mission, vision, and financial objectives.
• driving sustainable growth, competitive advantage, and operational excellence through rigorous market analysis, strategic initiative management, and performance monitoring.
• providing insights and recommendations to navigate a complex and dynamic healthcare landscape.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Strategic Formulation & Planning:

• Lead the end-to-end strategic planning process, including environmental scanning, SWOT analysis, and scenario planning.
• Develop and refine the hospital’s 3-5 year strategic plan, defining strategic pillars, goals, and priorities.
• Identify and evaluate new growth opportunities, including service line expansion, geographic reach, and strategic partnerships.
• Benchmark the hospital’s performance against regional and international competitors.
• Ensure all strategic plans are financially viable and supported by robust business cases.
• Present the strategic plan to the Executive Management for review and approval.

Strategic Execution & Performance Management:

• Translate the strategic plan into actionable initiatives with clear owners, timelines, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Establish and manage a Strategic Initiative Portfolio Office to track and report on progress.
• Facilitate cross-directorate collaboration to ensure seamless execution of strategic priorities.
• Identify and mitigate risks and obstacles that impede strategic execution.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with initiative owners to ensure accountability.
• Prepare comprehensive quarterly and annual strategy performance reports.

Market Intelligence & Business Development:

• Oversee market research to identify trends, patient demographics, and competitor strategies.
• Analyze data to forecast demand for existing and new clinical services.
• Develop market entry strategies for new service lines or geographic markets, including medical tourism.
• Support the development of business cases for major capital investments.
• Foster relationships with potential partners for clinical collaborations and joint ventures.
• Provide strategic insights to shape the hospital’s brand and market positioning.  

Financial Analysis & Strategic Sourcing:

• Model the financial impact of strategic initiatives, including ROI and payback period analyses.
• Develop long-term financial forecasts linked to the strategic plan.
• Identify opportunities for revenue enhancement and cost optimization through strategic sourcing.
• Evaluate the financial viability of potential mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships.
• Ensure strategic priorities are reflected in the annual budgeting process.
• Monitor macro-economic factors and their potential impact on the hospital’s financial strategy.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Develop and implement a communication plan to ensure all staff understand the hospital’s strategic direction.
• Facilitate strategy workshops with the Executive Team and leaders.
• Build consensus and buy-in for strategic priorities across the organization.
• Act as a liaison between the Executive Team and the Board on strategic matters.
• Manage relationships with external consultants and advisors.
• Represent the hospital at industry conferences to enhance its strategic profile.

International Accreditation & Quality Alignment:

• Ensure AMCE’s strategic plan incorporates requirements for international accreditations (e.g., JCI).
• Align strategic goals with clinical quality and patient safety objectives.
• Use quality and safety data to inform strategic priorities.
• Integrate evidence-based medicine into the strategic planning process.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Sustainability:

• Integrate CSR and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into the strategic plan.
• Develop strategies for community outreach and public health initiatives.
• Identify and manage strategic risks related to environmental sustainability.
• Enhance the hospital’s reputation as a socially responsible organization.
• Report on CSR and sustainability performance to key stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or management consulting.
•  At least 5-7 years of this experience must be in a senior leadership role (e.g., Head of Strategy, Senior Strategy Manager) within a large, complex organization, preferably in the healthcare or hospital sector.
• Demonstrated, hands-on experience in leading the end-to-end strategic planning cycle for a multi-divisional organization.
• Possession of a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Economics, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in Strategic Management, Project Management (PMP/PgMP), or Data Analytics are highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
5th February, 2026.