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

Mr. Tesfatsion Terefe
Surveillance, Response & Preparedness

Mr. Oute Reta Ayissa
Diagnostics, Quality & Mentorship

Mr. Sintayehu Befekadu
Evidence, Ethics (IRB) & Knowledge

Mr. Biruh Tesfaye
Digital Health, Analytics & Informatics

Mr.Geremew
Workforce Planning & Staff Development

Mr. Wondafrash
Financial Strategy & Accountability

Mr. Kedir Gawage
Strategic Planning & Performance tracking

Mr. Tesfatsion Terefe
Surveillance, Response & Preparedness

Mr. Oute Reta Ayissa
Diagnostics, Quality & Mentorship

Mr. Sintayehu Befekadu
Evidence, Ethics (IRB) & Knowledge

Mr. Biruh Tesfaye
Digital Health, Analytics & Informatics

Mr.Geremew
Workforce Planning & Staff Development

Mr. Wondafrash
Financial Strategy & Accountability

Mr. Kedir Gawage
Strategic Planning & Performance tracking
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."