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Institutional Governance

Upholding the mission through prudent stewardship, canonical fidelity, and strategic oversight.

Highest Authority

H.E. Cardinal Berhaneyesus

Chancellor

H.E. Cardinal Berhaneyesus Souraphiel

The ultimate guardian of the Institute's Catholic identity. As the Archbishop of Addis Ababa, H.E. Cardinal Berhaneyesus ensures that ECUSTA HLI remains faithful to the teachings of the Church and serves the nation effectively.

Papal Nuncio

Pro Chancellor

Archbishop Brian Udaigwe

Representing the Holy See, Archbishop Brian Udaigwe provides spiritual patronage and facilitates the Institute's connection to the universal Church and international academic community.

Board of Trustees

The Board is the legal governing body of the Institute. It holds fiduciary responsibility, appoints the President, and approves the strategic plan and annual budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fiscal Oversight & Audit
  • Approval of Statutes
  • Strategic Direction
Rev. Ketema
Chairperson

Rev. Ketema Asfaw

President
Secretary

Br. Kassu McFantaye

Members Composition

Composed of representatives from the Christian Brothers, the Catholic Bishops Conference, legal experts, financial auditors, and seasoned academic administrators.

The Senate

The supreme academic organ of the Institute. Chaired by the President, it determines academic policy, approves curricula, and confers degrees.

ChairpersonPresident
SecretaryRegistrar
Voting Members

Academic VP, Deans of Faculties, Heads of Departments, Chief Librarian, Quality Assurance Director, Student Council Rep.

Management Council

The administrative executive body assisting the President in the day- operations, financial management, and implementation of Board policies.

ChairpersonPresident
Key Members
Academic VPFinance HeadHR HeadProject Office