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Former Army Chief named GPHC’s Deputy CEO.

Jun 01, 2017 Source

Former Army Chief Brigadier George Lewis

After over nine months of talks about the appointment of a Deputy Chief Executive Officer [DCEO], the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation [GPHC] has finally appointed someone to this position.
Set to commence work in this regard from today is Former Army Chief Brigadier George Lewis. Lewis, who was elevated to the status of Brigadier ahead of being sworn in October of last year, served for four months as Chief of Staff before handing over the reins of the Guyana Defence Force to Brigadier Patrick West.
When contacted for a comment about his appointment yesterday, Lewis had little to say. However, this publication was able to confirm that Lewis has agreed to serve in the position.
The position of DCEO was one created last year under the tenure of former GPHC Chairman, Dr. Carl ‘Max’ Hanoman.
Dr. Hanoman revealed last year that whoever was found suitable to fill the position would be, among other things, tasked with helping the substantive CEO with the management of the GPHC.
The position of DCEO was advertised in the daily newspapers and the deadline for applications was given as October 7, 2016.
According to the details of the position, suitable applicants should possess a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from a recognised institution plus eight years’ experience at a senior administrative level. However, applicants could instead have a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Management or Business Administration from a recognised institution, plus 10 years working experience at a senior administrative level.
Additionally, all applicants were expected to have a sound knowledge of the health sector and hospital administration. Further, the advertisement had outlined that suitable applicants must possess excellent interpersonal skills that allow for effective communication.
Based on reports that reached this publication, the Dr. Hanoman-led Board, ahead of its dissolution towards the end of last year, had shortlisted and interviewed three candidates for the DCEO position. It was revealed that the names were submitted by way of letter to the then-Minister of Public Health, Dr. George Norton, and Minister of State, Mr. Joseph Harmon, for their consideration.
But from all indications, with the dissolution of the Board, together with the transfer of Dr. Norton to the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Minister Volda Lawrence taking his place, the appointment was placed on hold.
However, when a new Board of the hospital was appointed in February of this year, this publication had asked of Minister Lawrence if the appointment of a DCEO would be a priority, her comment was, “The Board will be expected to carry out its full mandate as prescribed within the law. I expect that given the gamut of issues which presently exist at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, the Board will address these issues. I intend when I meet with them to outline several of those issues and ask that they fashion their agenda to address those issues, and if within those issues is the appointment of a Deputy CEO, then that is what I would expect the Board to do.”
But the decision to create the position was viewed as somewhat controversial, since in early 2016 an individual was reportedly hand-picked for the very position, although it was non-existent at the time.  This publication had learnt that an individual, a Mr. Paul Clarke, had presented himself to senior officials at the public hospital informing them that he was sent by then-Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, Mr. Trevor Thomas, to assume the position of Deputy CEO.
Clarke had reportedly invited the senior officials to a meeting. However, his presence was not endorsed by the hospital’s then Board of Directors.
Thomas, when contacted by this publication, had assured that he had nothing to do with the purported appointment. In fact, government had addressed the matter, insisting that it had no knowledge of such an appointment.
Several officials had condemned the purported appointment claiming that not only was there no such position in existence at the time, but even if one was to be created there must be transparency in the process.
A member of the Board had told this publication that “we are governed by rules and regulations…A position like [DCEO] if it exists, should be advertised and interviews done before an appointment could be made. The Government has said that it wants transparency and that is what we are working towards – transparency.”
Moreover, Clarke’s “tenure” at the hospital ended almost as quickly as it started.

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Oh no.  I had my money that DJango was going to get this one.

"After over nine months of talks about the appointment of a Deputy Chief Executive Officer [DCEO], the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation [GPHC] has finally appointed someone to this position."

Bibi Haniffa

What wrong with django today, he don't realize that George Lewis is as highly qualified as jackass Granger for this position? After all he is an old army man, if the Brigadier title qualifies one for the presidency then surely it is more than qualified for deputy CEO of GPHC. He will do a wonderful job and guarantee his retirement like Naga and Granger.

FM
Drugb posted:

What wrong with django today, he don't realize that George Lewis is as highly qualified as jackass Granger for this position? After all he is an old army man, if the Brigadier title qualifies one for the presidency then surely it is more than qualified for deputy CEO of GPHC. He will do a wonderful job and guarantee his retirement like Naga and Granger.

Banna what's wrong with you,nothing wrong with Brigader Granger  running for presidency.

It's totally wrong for these Retired Dinosaurs to apply for positions,there are lots of young people with qualifications who should be given a chance.The OP needs to wake up.

Django
Last edited by Django
Django posted:
Drugb posted:

What wrong with django today, he don't realize that George Lewis is as highly qualified as jackass Granger for this position? After all he is an old army man, if the Brigadier title qualifies one for the presidency then surely it is more than qualified for deputy CEO of GPHC. He will do a wonderful job and guarantee his retirement like Naga and Granger.

Banna what's wrong with you,nothing wrong with Brigader Granger  running for presidency.

It's totally wrong for these Retired Dinosaurs to apply for positions,there are lots of young people with qualifications who should be given a chance.The OP needs to wake up.

Young people need president job too. Jackass Granger only know how to stuff a ballot box, he has no clue how to lead a country to prosperity.

FM

All of a sudden Noel Blackman is looking like he was a better choice.  Seriously, though, how can this man run a hospital?  This is the making of a corruption ring. First Volda Lawrence as Minister of Health, now this.  And Larry Singh and AnsaMcCal as sole drug distributors??  

Bibi Haniffa
Drugb posted:
Django posted:
Drugb posted:

What wrong with django today, he don't realize that George Lewis is as highly qualified as jackass Granger for this position? After all he is an old army man, if the Brigadier title qualifies one for the presidency then surely it is more than qualified for deputy CEO of GPHC. He will do a wonderful job and guarantee his retirement like Naga and Granger.

Banna what's wrong with you,nothing wrong with Brigader Granger  running for presidency.

It's totally wrong for these Retired Dinosaurs to apply for positions,there are lots of young people with qualifications who should be given a chance.The OP needs to wake up.

Young people need president job too. Jackass Granger only know how to stuff a ballot box, he has no clue how to lead a country to prosperity.

It will be a good move if the young people break away from the shackles of the PNC and PPP,from a party with some credible young leaders [not rejects],that will certainly send shiver to the PNC and  PPP.

Django
Bibi Haniffa posted:

All of a sudden Noel Blackman is looking like he was a better choice.  Seriously, though, how can this man run a hospital?  This is the making of a corruption ring. First Volda Lawrence as Minister of Health, now this.  And Larry Singh and AnsaMcCal as sole drug distributors??  

PNC crime family

Billy Ram Balgobin
Django posted:

Former Army Chief named GPHC’s Deputy CEO.

Jun 01, 2017 Source

Former Army Chief Brigadier George Lewis

After over nine months of talks about the appointment of a Deputy Chief Executive Officer [DCEO], the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation [GPHC] has finally appointed someone to this position.
Set to commence work in this regard from today is Former Army Chief Brigadier George Lewis. Lewis, who was elevated to the status of Brigadier ahead of being sworn in October of last year, served for four months as Chief of Staff before handing over the reins of the Guyana Defence Force to Brigadier Patrick West.
When contacted for a comment about his appointment yesterday, Lewis had little to say. However, this publication was able to confirm that Lewis has agreed to serve in the position.
The position of DCEO was one created last year under the tenure of former GPHC Chairman, Dr. Carl ‘Max’ Hanoman.
Dr. Hanoman revealed last year that whoever was found suitable to fill the position would be, among other things, tasked with helping the substantive CEO with the management of the GPHC.
The position of DCEO was advertised in the daily newspapers and the deadline for applications was given as October 7, 2016.
According to the details of the position, suitable applicants should possess a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from a recognised institution plus eight years’ experience at a senior administrative level. However, applicants could instead have a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Management or Business Administration from a recognised institution, plus 10 years working experience at a senior administrative level.
Additionally, all applicants were expected to have a sound knowledge of the health sector and hospital administration. Further, the advertisement had outlined that suitable applicants must possess excellent interpersonal skills that allow for effective communication.
Based on reports that reached this publication, the Dr. Hanoman-led Board, ahead of its dissolution towards the end of last year, had shortlisted and interviewed three candidates for the DCEO position. It was revealed that the names were submitted by way of letter to the then-Minister of Public Health, Dr. George Norton, and Minister of State, Mr. Joseph Harmon, for their consideration.
But from all indications, with the dissolution of the Board, together with the transfer of Dr. Norton to the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Minister Volda Lawrence taking his place, the appointment was placed on hold.
However, when a new Board of the hospital was appointed in February of this year, this publication had asked of Minister Lawrence if the appointment of a DCEO would be a priority, her comment was, “The Board will be expected to carry out its full mandate as prescribed within the law. I expect that given the gamut of issues which presently exist at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, the Board will address these issues. I intend when I meet with them to outline several of those issues and ask that they fashion their agenda to address those issues, and if within those issues is the appointment of a Deputy CEO, then that is what I would expect the Board to do.”
But the decision to create the position was viewed as somewhat controversial, since in early 2016 an individual was reportedly hand-picked for the very position, although it was non-existent at the time.  This publication had learnt that an individual, a Mr. Paul Clarke, had presented himself to senior officials at the public hospital informing them that he was sent by then-Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, Mr. Trevor Thomas, to assume the position of Deputy CEO.
Clarke had reportedly invited the senior officials to a meeting. However, his presence was not endorsed by the hospital’s then Board of Directors.
Thomas, when contacted by this publication, had assured that he had nothing to do with the purported appointment. In fact, government had addressed the matter, insisting that it had no knowledge of such an appointment.
Several officials had condemned the purported appointment claiming that not only was there no such position in existence at the time, but even if one was to be created there must be transparency in the process.
A member of the Board had told this publication that “we are governed by rules and regulations…A position like [DCEO] if it exists, should be advertised and interviews done before an appointment could be made. The Government has said that it wants transparency and that is what we are working towards – transparency.”
Moreover, Clarke’s “tenure” at the hospital ended almost as quickly as it started.

Who exactly is running GPH, the board of directors or the government?

GTAngler

Looks like someone high up is anticipating casualties on Election Day 2020 and perhaps the need for cover up at PHG Emergency. Hence the placement of that retired army chief. But y'all mustn't tek me seriously. I just throwing a Drugb-kinda idea pon de board.

FM
Gilbakka posted:

Looks like someone high up is anticipating casualties on Election Day 2020 and perhaps the need for cover up at PHG Emergency. Hence the placement of that retired army chief. But y'all mustn't tek me seriously. I just throwing a Drugb-kinda idea pon de board.

He going to administer triage. 

Billy Ram Balgobin
Django posted:
Drugb posted:

What wrong with django today, he don't realize that George Lewis is as highly qualified as jackass Granger for this position? After all he is an old army man, if the Brigadier title qualifies one for the presidency then surely it is more than qualified for deputy CEO of GPHC. He will do a wonderful job and guarantee his retirement like Naga and Granger.

Banna what's wrong with you,nothing wrong with Brigader Granger  running for presidency.

It's totally wrong for these Retired Dinosaurs to apply for positions,there are lots of young people with qualifications who should be given a chance.The OP needs to wake up.

Druggie runs behind Jagdeo and carries all his slop.  He cannot imagine that others are independent thinkers.

Like many of us you are disappointed with the coalition and highlight this appointment as yet another reason why you are.   The coalition gov't is a retirement package for ageing soldiers.  They don't care that they will lose in 2020 because they don't plan to be around then.   This is the few years when they will grab as much as they can.

If I were younger coalition officials this is the time to mount a palace coup, because the PPP will come in and clean all of them out.  Even as the coalition is letting the PPP corrupt walk away scot free I doubt that Jagdeo will be that kind to them when he takes over in 2020.

FM
caribny posted:

Druggie runs behind Jagdeo and carries all his slop.  He cannot imagine that others are independent thinkers.

Like many of us you are disappointed with the coalition and highlight this appointment as yet another reason why you are.   The coalition gov't is a retirement package for ageing soldiers.  They don't care that they will lose in 2020 because they don't plan to be around then.   This is the few years when they will grab as much as they can.

If I were younger coalition officials this is the time to mount a palace coup, because the PPP will come in and clean all of them out.  Even as the coalition is letting the PPP corrupt walk away scot free I doubt that Jagdeo will be that kind to them when he takes over in 2020.

Good observation and plausible prediction, Carib.

FM
caribny posted:

Druggie runs behind Jagdeo and carries all his slop.  He cannot imagine that others are independent thinkers.

Like many of us you are disappointed with the coalition and highlight this appointment as yet another reason why you are.   The coalition gov't is a retirement package for ageing soldiers.  They don't care that they will lose in 2020 because they don't plan to be around then.   This is the few years when they will grab as much as they can.

If I were younger coalition officials this is the time to mount a palace coup, because the PPP will come in and clean all of them out.  Even as the coalition is letting the PPP corrupt walk away scot free I doubt that Jagdeo will be that kind to them when he takes over in 2020.

You and djangy are far from independent thinkers. It is only when the rest of us whip sense into you and put you to shame that suddenly you became independent thinkers. All along you were singing the praises of jackass Granger and his band of crooks currently raping Guyana. But now that the shyte has hit the fan and the economy is in tailspin, you overnight 'independent thinkers", while still collecting paycheck for slop can duties, will try to pass yourself off as Granger's critics. 

FM

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