Job Description

Gastroenterologist – 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:
1. Empowering the next generation through affordable, high-quality education.
2. Solving water scarcity by building and operating sustainable water infrastructure.
3. 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 Gastroenterologist (Internal Medicine Sub-Specialist) to provide
expert diagnosis, treatment, and management of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions within
a modern diagnostic and healthcare facility in Hargeisa.
The role involves delivering high-quality clinical consultations, managing both acute and chronic
digestive disorders, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. The
Gastroenterologist will also contribute to clinical quality, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the
development of gastroenterology services within the facility.
Position Title: Gastroenterologist (Internal Medicine Sub-Specialist)
Reports To: General Manager
Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Specialized Clinical Care and Diagnosis
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including meticulous medical history taking,
physical examinations, and specialized diagnostic evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions,
such as Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis,
and GI malignancies.
• Expertly interpret laboratory data, advanced imaging (Ultrasound, CT, MRI), and specialized
functional GI tests.
• Provide specialized care in both outpatient consultant clinics and inpatient hospital wards
for acute and chronic GI disorders.
B. Endoscopic and Diagnostic Procedures
• Perform high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including Upper GI
Endoscopy (EGD) and Colonoscopy.
• Identify, biopsy, and manage gastrointestinal lesions, polyps, ulcers, and tumors.
• Execute therapeutic interventions such as polypectomy, endoscopic hemostasis (for GI
bleeds), and stricture dilation where clinically indicated.
• Oversee patient sedation, informed consent processes, and comprehensive post-procedure
recovery and monitoring.
C. Treatment Planning and Case Management
• Develop individualized, evidence-based management plans for patients with complex GI and
liver pathologies.
• Coordinate long-term care for chronic conditions, including the management of advanced
liver disease and autoimmune GI disorders.
• Provide specialized nutritional counseling and lifestyle modification guidance tailored to
specific digestive health needs.
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D. Emergency and Critical Care Management
• Act as the primary specialist for GI emergencies, including acute Upper/Lower GI bleeding,
acute pancreatitis, bowel obstruction, and acute hepatic failure.
• Provide urgent endoscopic interventions to stabilize patients in emergency settings.
• Collaborate closely with the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for the
management of critically ill hepatology patients.
E. Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Referral
• Work alongside surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and nutritionists to provide integrated,
holistic care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and tumor boards for the management
of GI cancers.
• Facilitate referrals for advanced surgical interventions or tertiary specialized care when
necessary.
F. Supervision, Mentorship, and Training
• Supervise and mentor General Practitioners, medical residents, interns, and specialized
nursing staff.
• Lead clinical teaching rounds and facilitate case discussions to promote the transfer of
specialized knowledge.
• Promote adherence to best practices and continuous professional development within the
clinical team.
G. Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
• Ensure facility-wide adherence to international clinical guidelines (e.g., WGO, BSG, or ASGE
standards).
• Lead clinical audits and participate in Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) reviews.
• Contribute to the development of institutional protocols for infection prevention in
endoscopy and GI procedural safety.
H. Documentation and Research
• Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed medical records, ensuring all procedural findings and
follow-up plans are clearly documented.
• Engage in clinical research, case reporting, and staying abreast of the latest advancements in
hepatology and gastroenterology.

Experiences and Qualifications

Education:
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree in Internal Medicine from a recognized
institution.
• Sub-specialty Fellowship training or Board Certification in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
(Mandatory).
Licensure:
• Valid and active medical license to practice as a Specialist.
• Registration with the National Medical Council and the relevant Specialist Registry.
Experience:

• Required: Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in internal medicine, with a significant focus
on gastroenterology.
• Procedural Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency and high volume of EGD and Colonoscopy
procedures.
• Setting: Extensive experience in hospital-based care (inpatient, outpatient, and
emergency/procedural settings) is essential.
Core Competencies:
• Procedural Skill: Excellent manual dexterity and precision for endoscopic interventions.
• Diagnostic Acumen: Ability to interpret complex hepatobiliary and GI data.
• Leadership: Experience in managing clinical teams and procedural units.
• Empathy: Strong interpersonal skills for managing patients with chronic, life-altering
conditions.
What we offer
• An opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing and growing a leading gastroenterology
and digestive health service within a flagship healthcare institution in Somaliland.
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment that promotes excellence in patient
care, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Exposure to a growing regional healthcare network, enabling professional collaboration,
knowledge sharing, and clinical best practice across East Africa.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on specialist healthcare delivery in the region.
• Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive structure.

Skills Required

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