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Human Resource Directorate
Harar Regional Health Bureau
The backbone of our health workforce — recruiting, developing, and retaining qualified health professionals to deliver quality healthcare services across the Harar region.
1,247
Health Workers
6
Woredas
28
HR Staff
Mrs Iftu Hassen
Director of Human Resource
Directorate Profile
The Human Resource Directorate of Harar Regional Health Bureau is the principal body responsible for planning, managing, and developing the regional health workforce. It oversees recruitment and deployment of health professionals across 6 woredas, manages staff records for over 1,200 employees, coordinates professional licensing and certification, and implements HR policies in line with federal and regional civil service regulations. The Directorate works closely with the Regional Civil Service Bureau and Federal Ministry of Health to address critical health workforce gaps and improve staff retention in rural facilities.
Mission
To build and sustain a competent, motivated, and well-distributed health workforce through strategic recruitment, continuous professional development, and fair HR management practices that enable quality healthcare delivery across Harar region.
Vision
A health system with the right number of skilled health professionals in the right place at the right time — ensuring every community in Harar has access to qualified and compassionate healthcare workers.
Core Values
Fairness
Meritocracy
Transparency
Respect
Continuous Learning
87
Physicians & Specialists
412
Nurses & Midwives
156
Health Officers & Technicians
592
Support & Admin Staff
Objectives
01
Staff Recruitment & Deployment
Recruit qualified health professionals and deploy them equitably across woredas based on need.
02
Training & Development
Coordinate CPD, mentorship, and specialized training to enhance clinical and managerial competencies.
03
Performance Management
Implement fair performance appraisal systems aligned with regional civil service guidelines.
04
HRIS & Staff Records
Maintain accurate, up-to-date digital staff records through the national HRIS platform.
05
Staff Welfare & Retention
Improve working conditions, address grievances, and implement retention strategies for remote facilities.
06
Licensing & Compliance
Ensure all health professionals hold valid licenses and meet regulatory standards of practice.
Roles & Responsibilities
Workforce Planning & Needs Assessment
Conduct annual health workforce gap analysis for all woredas and facilities.
Recruitment & Selection
Manage vacancy announcements, screening, interviews, and hiring processes.
Staff Deployment & Transfer
Assign new hires and manage inter-facility transfers based on staffing needs.
Performance Appraisal
Conduct annual PBAs and provide feedback to support staff growth and accountability.
Training & CPD Coordination
Identify training needs, nominate staff for courses, and track CPD credits.
Staff Records & HRIS Management
Update and maintain personnel files, promotions, and status changes in HRIS.
Disciplinary & Grievance Handling
Process disciplinary cases in compliance with civil service proclamations and due process.
Payroll & Benefits Liaison
Collaborate with Finance on payroll processing, leave tracking, and terminal benefits.
Licensing & Professional Standards
Verify professional licenses and ensure compliance with regulatory body requirements.
Employee Relations & Welfare
Address staff concerns, promote workplace harmony, and organize employee wellness programs.
Organizational Units
Recruitment & Placement
Training & Development
Performance & Evaluation
Records & HRIS
Disciplinary & Grievance