A new full time opportunity for a General Practitioner (GP) has been announced by Pharo Foundation in Hargeisa. This Health/wash sector position calls for a professional with 5 - 6 years of demonstrated expertise. The application deadline is Jul, 09 — early applications are encouraged.
General Practitioner (GP) – Pharo Health, Somaliland
Hargeisa, Somaliland
Overview
The Pharo Foundation (“the Foundation”) 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 Foundation’s 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 Foundation’s 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.
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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated General Practitioner (GP) to provide comprehensive,
patient-centered clinical care within a modern diagnostic and healthcare facility in Hargeisa.
The successful candidate will play a central role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred primary
and acute care services. This includes the diagnosis and management of a broad spectrum of medical
conditions, emergency stabilization, preventive care, and continuity of care across outpatient and
inpatient services.
This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment with strong
multidisciplinary support and a focus on clinical excellence, quality improvement, and innovation in
healthcare delivery.
Position Title: General Practitioner (GP)
Reports To: General Manager
Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland
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Key Responsibilities
A. Clinical Assessment and Patient Care
- Conduct thorough patient consultations, including detailed medical history taking,
comprehensive physical examinations, and accurate clinical assessments.
- Diagnose and manage both common and complex medical conditions within the scope of
general practice and internal medicine.
- Prescribe appropriate medications and interventions based on the latest evidence-based
clinical guidelines.
- Deliver preventive care, health education, and lifestyle counseling to patients to promote
long-term wellness.
- Manage acute medical emergencies and stabilize patients for further treatment or transfer
when necessary.
B. Case Management and Referral
- Develop, implement, and document individualized patient management plans.
- Regularly monitor patient progress and adjust treatment regimens based on clinical
response.
- Identify cases requiring specialized intervention and facilitate seamless, timely referrals to
relevant specialists.
- Ensure continuity of care through diligent follow-up and effective coordination with
multidisciplinary healthcare providers.
C. Clinical Governance and Quality Care
- Strictly adhere to national clinical guidelines, institutional protocols, and international
medical standards.
- Lead or participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality (M&M) reviews, and quality
improvement (QI) initiatives.
- Prioritize patient safety by minimizing medical errors through the application of evidencebased practices.
- Maintain the highest levels of professional integrity and medical ethics in all patient and
colleague interactions.
D. Supervision and Mentorship
- Supervise, mentor, and provide technical support to junior medical officers, interns, and
clinical trainees.
- Facilitate clinical learning opportunities through bedside teaching, ward rounds, and
structured case discussions.
- Drive a culture of continuous professional development (CPD) and adherence to best
practices within the medical team.
E. Documentation and Health Information Management
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records using electronic (EMR) or paperbased systems.
- Ensure precise documentation of diagnoses (ICD coding where applicable), procedures, and
clinical outcomes.
- Uphold strict data protection and patient confidentiality standards in accordance with
institutional policy.
F. Team Collaboration and Communication
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, laboratory
technologists, and specialists.
- Communicate clinical findings and treatment plans effectively to patients and their families
with empathy and clarity.
- Support a patient-centered environment by fostering respectful and open communication
among the healthcare team.
G. Public Health and Community Engagement
- Identify, document, and report notifiable diseases in compliance with national public health
regulations.
- Support and lead community outreach activities, health screenings, and preventive health
programs.
- Act as a health advocate within the community to promote disease prevention and health
awareness.
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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