SWERPHI
Our Directorates
Deploying specialized technical expertise to secure the health and safety of South West Ethiopia.
PHEM Directorate
Operations & Mission
PHEM serves as the region's early warning system. We coordinate the detection of outbreaks, conduct rapid risk assessments, and manage the regional emergency operations center to protect our communities.
Leadership Insight
"An expert in epidemiology with over 15 years of experience in outbreak management and regional health security coordination."
Laboratory Directorate
Operations & Mission
Our Laboratory Directorate ensures the highest standards of diagnostic accuracy. We provide mentorship to primary health laboratories and maintain regional reference services for complex health screenings.
Leadership Insight
"A Senior Clinical Microbiologist dedicated to strengthening laboratory systems and external quality assessment (EQA) programs."
Research Directorate
Operations & Mission
We bridge the gap between science and policy. The Research directorate manages the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and leads studies that inform regional health strategies and technology adoption.
Leadership Insight
"A Public Health Researcher focused on translating scientific findings into actionable regional health policies."
RDMC Directorate
Operations & Mission
The RDMC is the digital backbone of SWERPHI. We specialize in health informatics, data visualization, and the maintenance of regional health databases to ensure data-driven decision making.
Leadership Insight
"A Health Informatics expert specializing in DHIS2 implementation and advanced data visualization techniques."
HRM Directorate
Operations & Mission
We focus on the human element of health security. Our programs provide frontline health workers with the latest skills in epidemiology, laboratory science, and emergency response.
Leadership Insight
"Specialist in health education and workforce strategy with a focus on regional rural health empowerment."
Finance Directorate
Operations & Mission
Responsible for the strategic allocation of regional health funds, ensuring transparency and fiscal integrity across all SWERPHI technical programs and institutional initiatives.
Leadership Insight
"Expert in public sector financial management and regional health budget optimization."
M&E Directorate
Operations & Mission
M&E oversees the performance of regional health indicators. We ensure that every institutional program is measured against high standards of efficiency and impact.
Leadership Insight
"Strategic planner focused on data-driven performance monitoring and regional health outcome evaluation."