By Sallieu S. Kanu
Bo, Sierra Leone – August 10, 2026 – The Ministry of Health has concluded a two-day refresher training for Hospital Secretaries from government hospitals across the country. The session, held at the Seed Hall, Bo Government Hospital from August 7–8, was organized under the theme “Strengthening Administrative Leadership, Professionalism and Coordination in Government.”
The training aimed to enhance administrative knowledge, professional competencies, and service delivery standards among Hospital Secretaries, who play a pivotal role in ensuring effective hospital management.
Senior Permanent Secretary, Mr. Andrew Sorie, described Hospital Secretaries as the administrative backbone of government hospitals. He emphasized that strong administration is essential for effective clinical services, urging participants to see themselves as leaders responsible for accountability, coordination, and order.
Mr. Sorie highlighted professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, punctuality, and adherence to public service regulations as non-negotiable values. He announced that the Ministry will strengthen performance monitoring through supervision and scorecards, while expanding capacity-building in leadership, records management, and e-health systems. He further disclosed that the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) will recruit additional Hospital Secretaries-in-Training, with substantive officers serving as mentors.
Mr. Ibrahim Foday-Musa, Director of Hospital and Ambulance Services, urged participants to remain punctual, communicate effectively, and maintain confidence and professionalism to ensure orderly hospital operations.
Mr. Selieu, Deputy Director for Human Resources for Health, stressed the importance of updated medical and administrative reports, monitoring attendance, managing auxiliary staff, financial discipline, and supply chain coordination.
Deputy Secretary at HRMO reinforced adherence to Civil Service codes, warning against corruption, abuse of office, misuse of government property, and political interference.
The training concluded with Hospital Secretaries sharing experiences and achievements since assuming their roles. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening hospital administration as a cornerstone of quality healthcare delivery. Participants were encouraged to return to their facilities as engines of order, discipline, accountability, and effective service delivery, working collaboratively with hospital management and staff.