PHI - Background

Vision

Our Vision in SSPHI: To be a centre of excellence in public health research, laboratory diagnosis, and public health emergency management in the East Africa region.

Mission

To improve the health of the people of South Sudan through early detection of public health threats, prompt response to health emergencies, and evidence-based policies and programme.

Overall Goal

The overall goal of the Institute is to serve as a centre of excellence for supervision, control and coordination of all matters relating to public health, including disease surveillance, laboratory systems and networks, emergency preparedness and response, workforce development, and public health research in the context of one health approach.

Core Values

Excellence: Strive for evidence-based practice, competency, continuous improvement

Adaptability and flexibility in all functions and activities

Integrity: Strive for honesty, truthfulness, credibility, and sincerity

Professionalism: Demonstrate expertise, proficiency, and promote teamwork

Accountability and Transparency: Endeavour for openness, liability, in fiscal and social responsibility

Current Priority

Our current priority among many is the development of the public health workforce through fellowship programs.

SSPHI Background information

Vision

Mission

Overall Goal

Core Values

Current Priority