Job Description
Job Description
Position: Head – Dental Services (1 Position)
Grade: 4
Location: Beatrice Road Infectious Diseases Hospital
Reports To: Director of Health Services
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Dentists to fill the above vacant position.
Job Objective
To ensure the delivery of quality oral health services to dental patients by leading and organising City Health Dental Staff.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Result Areas
* Participates in the development of dental health services direction and the articulation of a compelling vision, mission and strategic objectives, and develops strategies in support of the organization.
* Formulates policies and strategies for dental service delivery.
* Develops and ensures full understanding of dental health policies and ensures compliance.
* Communicates strategies with staff in the organization and ensures alignment of culture and behaviours.
* Develops training and dental budgets that will realize set and agreed objectives.
* Monitors the allocated budget in a manner that will achieve strategies of the organization and avoid financial loss or misuse of resources.
* Ensures dental clinics achieve monthly cash flow goals and adhere to cash flow policies.
* Collaborates with the Director of Health Services and Provincial Health Team monthly to ensure smooth operation of the dental division.
* Provides dental treatments to patients as scheduled daily, especially on specialized dental treatments referred by dental therapists and dental interns.
* Supervises dental division staff and provides guidance and support if needed.
* Evaluates professional staff to ensure performance goals related to production, clinical quality and regulatory compliance are met daily, quarterly and yearly.
* Organizes and allocates resources to dental staff and coordinates activities of the dental unit.
* Produces monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the attention of the Director of Health Services.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience
* Basic Dental Degree (BDS).
* Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
* Registration and a valid Practising Certificate are mandatory.
* Must be a good team leader.
* Clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence is a must.
* At least five (5) years practical experience as a Dental Officer.
Competencies
* Good communication skills.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Integrity.
How to Apply
Compensation
* A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to successful candidates.
NB: City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer.
How to Apply
A handwritten application letter together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of both educational and professional qualifications should be submitted to:
The Acting Human Capital Director
P.O. Box 1680
Rowan Martin Building
Harare
Or hand deliver to:
Records Office
Basement Room B32
Rowan Martin Building
Applications must arrive not later than 13 July 2026.
CANVASSING WILL DISQUALIFY APPLICANTS.