JenniferForrester

Manager, General Administration and Support Services

5. What advise do you have for young professional women who are entering the workforce?

I would advise them to remain focused and committed. They should fully embrace the role that they have accepted and are currently responsible for with passion and determination. Accept and seek out challenges which would build their capacity and expound on their knowledge and skills. Always strive to give their full potential as it will be recognized, and they will reap the rewards of their outstanding work someday. Aspire for personal growth and seek out new opportunities which may serve as a steppingstone to achieve their career goals.

7. What keeps you going in your role?

Most of my career has been along the path of provision of health care services. My current role encompasses a large portfolio which comes with numerous challenges. I generally don’t run away from a challenge, and in fact challenges serve to keep me focused and innovative Currently, the MHMC is undergoing numerous upgrades and improvements, this brings a new level of excitement to my role accompanied with the anticipation of the positive changes that I would be a part of, and which would redound to improvements in the provision of health care to the public

8. With ongoing leadership challenges and trends in business, share with us 'the thing' that keeps you up at nights.

6. As a woman leader, how do you promote work life balance?

I ensure that I consider and consistently undertake self-care activities which is pivotal to promoting the balance between my work life and my personal life.I enroll/sign up for activities that I enjoy and contribute towards relaxation. Exercise, healthy eating, having a personal relationship with my maker and positive thinking are also very integral in helping to ensure the body, mind and soul are in synch. I also spoil myself whenever I can, which I view as a reward for my hard work and dedication.

I generally try to ensure that I get a good night’s rest to be prepared for the next “evolving” day at the MHMC, but there are times when I do have to devote time to strategize, to resolve ongoing challenges with resource gaps and constraints which are generally characteristic of any health service or facility.