Governance built on trust.
The Board of Trustees provides strategic leadership, ethical stewardship, and independent governance for Open Gate Foundation (OGF) Kenya. The Board ensures full compliance with the NGO Coordination Act of Kenya, applicable national regulations, international standards, and donor requirements.
Trustees uphold financial integrity, program accountability, and transparency in all operations. They are committed to safeguarding principles and promoting survivor-centered, rights-based approaches across all programs and partnerships.
Strong governance.
Shared responsibility.
OGF's governance structure brings together experienced trustees, technical professionals, and implementation leaders who work together to protect the Foundation's mission and strengthen its impact.
From financial stewardship to program accountability, governance is designed to ensure that resources are responsibly managed and that communities remain at the center of the work.
The people behind responsible governance.
Our trustees bring diverse experience in finance, community development, women and children's rights, education, health, governance, youth empowerment, and organizational development.
Janet Gaciuki
Provides overall leadership and strategic direction to the Foundation, ensuring OGF maintains accountability and long-term impact.
Evelyn Kathure
Oversees financial management, budgeting, and compliance, strengthening transparent resource management and accountability systems.
Job Kimathi Gikundi
Coordinates governance documentation and board administration, supporting OGF's psychosocial and community-centered programming.
Elizabeth Muthoni
Champions protection and empowerment initiatives for women and children, guiding OGF's safeguarding and advocacy programs.
Mary Wacera
Contributes expertise in community health programming and mobilization strategies, strengthening outreach and grassroots engagement.
Justa Gaichugi
Provides guidance on entrepreneurship, livelihoods, and women's economic strengthening initiatives.
Ann Njeri
Supports education-focused interventions and child protection strategies within OGF's programming.
Paul Njoroge
Strengthens institutional governance frameworks, policy development, and organizational growth strategies.
Jane Karimi
Guides youth engagement and gender equality programming, ensuring inclusive development approaches.
Susan Wachira
Brings experience in public health, HIV/AIDS programming, and social work, contributing to OGF's health and psychosocial interventions.
Turning governance into action.
The Leadership Team translates board oversight into action, driving program design, implementation, and accountability across thematic councils and grassroots initiatives.
Core Leadership
Evelyn Kathure
Founder and visionary leader, championing gender-responsive, rights-based climate adaptation strategies and youth empowerment.
Job Kimathi Gikundi
Provides direct support in program oversight, coordination, and implementation. Ensures smooth alignment between thematic councils, grassroots partners, and donor priorities. Plays a key role in translating strategy into action and strengthening survivor-led governance.
Maureen Makena
Designs and implements youth-led climate and health programs, ensuring participatory, inclusive frameworks.
John Mukaria
Oversees financial management, compliance, and donor accountability, safeguarding organizational integrity.
Technical & Climate Justice Experts
Jamlick Muchui
Dr. D. M. Memeu
Dorcus Kajuju
Implementation & Advocacy Team
Liz Joy
Micheck Gatobu
Alice Marete
Caroline Karimi
One structure. Many strengths.
Each level of leadership has a distinct role while working toward one shared mission.
Board of Trustees
Provides oversight, compliance, and strategic direction.
Leadership Team
Translates vision into programmatic action.
Technical Experts
Deliver specialized knowledge in climate, energy, and inclusion.
Implementation Team
Ensures grassroots accountability, advocacy, and operational sustainability.
Governance that serves the mission.
Together, this structure ensures survivor-led governance, donor confidence, and community-driven impact across Kenya.
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