The Health Service Commission (HSC) held an induction and corporate governance training session for its commissioners and management. This initiative is part of the commission’s commitment to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of its operations through proper governance and ethical leadership.
The Chairman of the Health Service Commission Dr Vincent Hungwe officially opened the training and challenged the participants to take governance issues seriously for the benefit of the nation. The commissioners in attendance were Deputy Chairperson Dr Rugare Abigail Kangwende, Major General (Rtd) Dr Gerald Gwinji, Josephine Mwakutuya, Dr Edward Makondo, Mercy Gwaunza and Angelbert Mbengwa. Leading the secretariat staff was HSC Secretary Dr Christopher Pasi who outlined the HSC mandate. The secretariat in attendance were General Managers and Deputy General Managers for various departments.
The training was delivered by the Corporate Governance Unit in the office of the President and Cabinet led by the permanent secretary Allen Choruma. The induction and training session is targeting newly appointed commissioners and senior staff members. The primary goal is to familiarize them with their roles and responsibilities, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute to the commission’s objectives.
Some of the key objectives for the training include, emphasizing the importance of governance in the health sector, governance frameworks and best practices, defining the roles and responsibilities of commissioners to promote accountability and transparency, educating members on strategic planning and decision-making processes within the commission while highlighting the significance of ethical leadership and integrity in public health management.
The training highlights weresessions on the principles of good governance, including transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement, detailed discussions on the regulatory environment governing the health sector in Zimbabwe, techniques for identifying and managing risks to ensure sustainable operations, training on financial oversight, budgeting, and resource allocation to maximize the impact of the commission’s work, Implementing performance measurement tools to track progress and improve service delivery.
The training featured expert speakers from various fields, including governance, finance, and public health. These professionals provided valuable insights and practical advice on managing the Health Service Commission effectively.
The induction and corporate governance training organized by the Health Service Commission marks a significant step towards strengthening the commission’s capacity to deliver high-quality health services. By equipping its members with the necessary knowledge and skills, the HSC aims to enhance its governance practices, ultimately benefiting the healthcare system in Zimbabwe.