MANDATE

To ensure that the technical and strategic guidance for the Department of Health Services (DHS) in keeping with the Government of Anguilla’s mandate to deliver high quality health care services to the residents of Anguilla. The Health Services Commissioner (HSC) will ensure that the governance function of the Ministry of Health in providing such services is fulfilled.  With the support of Deputy Health Services Commissioner (DHSC), Unit Heads and staff, the HSC will ensure that the department’s operational and strategic plans are in line with the overarching plans and direction of the Ministry of Health and compliant with all the relevant policies, procedures and legislation of the Ministry and the government as a whole.

KEY FUNCTIONS

1. Provide advice to the  Minister of Health and the Permanent Secretary on a wide range of health policy matters.
2. Develop, recommend and implement health agenda appropriate to meet Government goals and objectives.
3. Support the smooth evolution of the Dept. of Health Services to ensure the provision of high-quality Health Care Services on behalf of the Government of Anguilla.
4. Provide strategic direction for the work of the DHS in   pursuit of the MoH’s objectives and achieve clearly-defined outcomes within specified time, performance and budget parameters. 
5. Prepare annual budget for the Health Services Department and manage it according to established financial regulations.
6. Align healthcare services with national health policies, goals, and the unique needs of Anguilla’s population.
7. Identify and advocate for resources to support healthcare initiatives
8. Demonstrate competent and inclusive leadership in the management of Department of Health Services staff with a clear and evident commitment to empowering clinical leadership and build high performing, cohesive teams based on an open and inclusive culture.
9. Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement of the quality of health care services and the development and implementation of quality improvement systems and strategies
10. Lead the development of a coherent system of continuous quality improvement and promote, implement and institutionalize the approved system