Press Release

UNOPS, Ministry of Health Sign New Agreement to Build Capacity of Ministry Staff

12 September 2024

UNOPS Ethiopia signed a new project agreement worth USD 1.3 million with the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia (MoH), aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of MoH staff. 

This strategic partnership will focus on strengthening institutional capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting the Ministry’s mission to deliver high-quality medical services.

Through this agreement, UNOPS will provide comprehensive training programs and workshops, and will arrange travel for study visits  aimed at enhancing grant management knowledge, skills, and competencies for the MoH staff. The project will ensure that staff members are equipped to meet the evolving needs of the public sector.

"Investing in the skills and capabilities of the Ministry of Health workforce is essential for driving long-term success and improving service delivery," said Ms. Worknesh Mekonnen, Director of the Multi-Country Office (Ethiopia, Sudan, South sudan and Djibouti) of UNOPS  and Representative to the AU.

This initiative reflects a shared commitment to building sustainable capacity in the public sector and activities will be implemented until July 2025. It will empower ministry employees to better address the challenges of today’s dynamic environment, improve operational efficiency, and enhance overall government performance.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Petar Janjatović, Communication Officer

E:mail: petarj@unops.org 

Website: https://unops.org/ethiopia 

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UN entities involved in this initiative

UNOPS
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