An exciting consultant vacancy for a Consultant Cardiologist is now available at Pharo Foundation, Hargeisa. The role requires a skilled individual with 5 - 6 years of experience in Health/wash or a related field. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Jul, 09.
Consultant Cardiologist ā Pharo Health, Somaliland
Hargeisa, Somaliland
Overview
The Pharo Foundation (āthe Foundationā) is a pioneering, mission-driven organization working to
build a vibrant, productive, and self-reliant Africa. Founded and fully funded by Pharo Management,
an emerging markets hedge fund, the Foundation represents a new model of philanthro capitalism: a
private endowment using its own capital to design, fund, and operate development programmes with
private-sector discipline and long-term commitment.
Over the next decade, the Foundationās ambition is to deliver lasting impact across three
interdependent missions:
- Empowering the next generation through affordable, high-quality education.
- Solving water scarcity by building and operating sustainable water infrastructure.
- Driving economic productivity by unlocking jobs, investment, and innovation through both
non-profit and for-profit ventures.
Pharo Ventures, which is the Foundationās for profit- arm, is building commercially sustainable
businesses across East Africa to create thousands of jobs and generate inclusive economic
growth. We complement the development work above by running for-profit ventures with
our current interest being in agri-business and healthcare sectors.
Pharo Health
Pharo Health is establishing a portfolio of companies under the Pharo Ventures Group, to drive its
healthcare strategy across the region. We intend to transform the healthcare landscape in the Horn
of Africa region by providing access to a network of premium diagnostic centers. Pharo
Health Somaliland will be a portfolio company of Pharo Ventures Group.
The first healthcare venture in the portfolio is currently being established in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Building on this foundation, the organisation is now launching a flagship diagnostic and healthcare
services business in Somaliland, with ambitions to expand nationally and across the wider region.
The Somaliland business will operate as part of a growing regional healthcare network, benefiting
from cross-border collaboration, shared expertise, and operational synergies.
Position summary
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Cardiologist to lead the delivery and
development of cardiology services within our state-of-the-art diagnostic and healthcare facility in
Hargeisa.
The successful candidate will provide expert cardiovascular consultation, diagnosis, and
management of patients with cardiac conditions, while overseeing advanced non-invasive cardiac
diagnostic services. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a
Centre of excellence in cardiovascular care and preventive cardiology in Somaliland.
Job Title: Consultant Cardiologist
Reports To: General Manager
Location: Hargeisa
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Key Responsibilities
A. Diagnostic Procedures & Interpretation
- Perform and interpret Echocardiograms (Transthoracic, and TEE if applicable) to evaluate
heart structure and function.
- Conduct and analyze Exercise Stress Tests (TMT) to assess cardiovascular response to
physical exertion.
- Interpret Electrocardiograms (ECG) and Holter Monitoring (24-48 hour) data for
arrhythmia detection.
- Interpret Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) results.
- Collaborate with the Radiology department on Cardiac CT or Cardiac MRI reporting (when
applicable).
- Diagnose and manage complicated internal medicine conditions, with an expert focus on
cardiovascular diseases (e.g., Hypertension, Heart Failure, Arrhythmias, Ischemic Heart
Disease).
B. Clinical Consultations
- Conduct specialized outpatient consultations for patients referred to with suspected cardiac
issues.
- Develop comprehensive management and treatment plans for patients with hypertension,
coronary artery disease, heart failure, and valvular heart disease.
- Provide pre-operative cardiac clearances for patients undergoing surgery at partner
hospitals.
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C. Quality Assurance & Reporting
- Ensure all cardiac reports are accurate, detailed, and delivered within the agreed Turnaround
Time (TAT).
- Maintain the highest clinical standards in line with international cardiology guidelines (e.g.,
ESC, ACC/AHA).
- Participate in peer-review sessions and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to discuss
complex cases.
D. Equipment & Technical Oversight
- Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure cardiology equipment is calibrated and
functioning correctly.
- Provide training and supervision to Cardiac Technicians or Nurses performing preliminary
tests.
- Recommend upgrades or new technologies to keep the cardiology suite at the cutting edge.
E. Business Development & Outreach
- Engage with the medical community in Hargeisa to build awareness of PDC-SLās cardiac
diagnostic capabilities.
- Participate in health education programs and cardiac screening camps to promote heart
health awareness in the community.
- Contribute to the development of "Cardiac Screening Packages" (e.g., Executive Heart Checks).
About Hargeisa
Hargeisa is the capital and largest city of Somaliland, serving as the region's main economic and administrative hub. The city is home to a growing number of international organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies, making it a key employment center in the Horn of Africa. Professionals relocating to Hargeisa will find a dynamic and rapidly developing urban environment.
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