Client Experience Manager

Mediclinic International; Bethlehem; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic Hoogland in Bethlehem, South Africa, seeks a Client Experience Manager to develop and implement strategies enhancing the experience of clients, patients, families and visitors. You will oversee client experience across hospital functions, ensuring satisfaction and supporting the Mediclinic brand.

The role requires a 3-year Diploma in Human Sciences (or higher) and at least 5 years in a service-oriented environment, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 Year Diploma in Human Sciences from a registered institution
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Sciences is desirable (Communications, Nursing, Marketing, Social Work or Psychology)
• Experience in service-oriented environments is essential (5 years)
• Experience in healthcare/service industry is preferred

Responsibilities

• Utilise client experience data to improve client experience at the hospital
• Manage client journey campaigns and initiatives
• Oversee and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Control the client experience budget
• Lead the client experience team to meet strategic objectives
• Manage marketing, communications, and campaigns related to client experience

Skills

Client satisfaction

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Microsoft Office

Branding & reputation

Report writing

Health legislation

Education

Diploma in Human Sciences

Bachelor’s degree in Human Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Mediclinic Hoogland| Bethlehem | South Africa

Closing date: 21/10/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Tebello Sekhoto
Reference number: 74330
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Client Experience Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to improve the overall experience of clients, including patients, their families, and visitors. This role ensures that all client experience functions within the hospital are carried out effectively to enhance optimal satisfaction while also contributing to the Mediclinic brand's reputation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Utilise client experience index data to improve client experience
• Manage overall client experience within the hospital by managing client compliments and complaints, as well as various improvement initiatives
• Manage client journey campaigns by facilitating and coordinating initiatives and campaigns
• Manage & maintain strategic relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Manage and control client experience budget
• Lead, provide guidance and manage the people in the Client Experience Function to deliver on strategic objectives
• Manage marketing and communication initiatives and campaigns

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:

3 Year Diploma and Above from a registered Tertiary Education organisation in Human Sciences

DESIRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in human sciences (Majors in Communication, Nursing, Marketing, Social Work, or Psychology)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

5 years’ experience in service-oriented environment/operations

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience in the healthcare and service industry

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge, understanding and application of client satisfaction best practices
• Client Experience Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge and application of Mediclinic Marketing Strategies, Policies and Procedures
• Competent in the utilisation and application of all client experience-related administration and survey systems
• Competent in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Budget and cost control principles
• Marketing, branding, media relations and reputation management principles
• Relationship building/ stakeholder management
• Analytical review, interpretation of multiple sources of information and report writing
• Demonstrate a good understanding of relevant health legislation and the ability to apply this in the workplace

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.