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SWERPHI Operations Hub

Institutional Directorates

Deploying high-tier specialized clinical and analytical frameworks across the South West Ethiopia Peoples' Regional State.

Mr. Tesfatsion Terefe
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Tesfatsion Terefe

Surveillance, Response & Preparedness

PHEM DIRECTORATE

Regional Public Health Emergency Management Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

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.

Executive Summary

"An expert in epidemiology with over 15 years of experience in outbreak management and regional health security coordination."

Mr. Oute Reta Ayissa
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Oute Reta Ayissa

Diagnostics, Quality & Mentorship

Laboratory DIRECTORATE

Regional Reference Laboratory Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

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.

Executive Summary

"A Senior Clinical Microbiologist dedicated to strengthening laboratory systems and external quality assessment (EQA) programs."

Mr. Sintayehu Befekadu
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Sintayehu Befekadu

Evidence, Ethics (IRB) & Knowledge

Research DIRECTORATE

Regional Health Research Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

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.

Executive Summary

"A Public Health Researcher focused on translating scientific findings into actionable regional health policies."

Mr. Biruh Tesfaye
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Biruh Tesfaye

Digital Health, Analytics & Informatics

RDMC DIRECTORATE

Regional Data Management Center Director

Operational Protocol

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.

Executive Summary

"A Health Informatics expert specializing in DHIS2 implementation and advanced data visualization techniques."

Mr.Geremew
Directorate Pillar

Mr.Geremew

Workforce Planning & Staff Development

HRM DIRECTORATE

Regional Public Health Human Resource Management Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

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.

Executive Summary

"Specialist in health education and workforce strategy with a focus on regional rural health empowerment."

Mr. Wondafrash
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Wondafrash

Financial Strategy & Accountability

Finance DIRECTORATE

Regional Public Health Finance Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

Responsible for the strategic allocation of regional health funds, ensuring transparency and fiscal integrity across all SWERPHI technical programs and institutional initiatives.

Executive Summary

"Expert in public sector financial management and regional health budget optimization."

Mr. Kedir Gawage
Directorate Pillar

Mr. Kedir Gawage

Strategic Planning & Performance tracking

M&E DIRECTORATE

Regional Public Health Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Directorate Director

Operational Protocol

M&E oversees the performance of regional health indicators. We ensure that every institutional program is measured against high standards of efficiency and impact.

Executive Summary

"Strategic planner focused on data-driven performance monitoring and regional health outcome evaluation."