behind the work
Leadership & Team
About the team
A dedicated team committed to transforming communities through action
A diverse team of leaders, practitioners, and changemakers working together to empower communities and advance sustainable development.
board of directors
Stephen Otieno Oketch
Board Chairperson
Stephen’s journalistic insight helps position AMEN as a credible voice in youth empowerment and social transformation, leveraging media as a tool for education, awareness, and positive change by amplifying the voices of the vulnerable and holding institutions accountable through storytelling and public interest reporting.
Emma Dola Okello
Board Secretary
With a proven record in designing and managing impactful initiatives that foster community development, Emma provides visionary leadership that anchors AMEN’s mission of transforming lives of the target youth through mentorship, education, and faithdriven service. Her thought structure and strategy ensure AMEN is compliant in documentation and record keeping of the organization’s assets.
Jaindi Kisero
Board Director
Kisero has consistently shaped public discourse through thoughtful, evidence-based commentaries that bridges policy, business, and societal impact. His work reflects a deep commitment to accountability, sustainable development, and informed leadership. He brings strategic oversight, governance experience, and policy insight to support AMEN’s mission of empowering at-risk and vulnerable target youth. His guidance strengthens AMEN’s focus on ethical leadership, sustainability, and measurable impact rooted in Christian values.
Juliet Jane Amara
Board Director
Juliet ensures AMEN has a strong foundation in organizational management and administrative excellence. With her background in education and front office management, she ensures efficiency, coordination, and professionalism across AMEN’s programs and operations. Her role is pivotal in strengthening AMEN’s institutional capacity and governance framework, ensuring that the organization’s mission is executed with structure, accountability, and grace.
William Ang'ila Obonyo
Board Director
William brings strategic financial insight, risk management expertise, and a heart for impact, helping strengthen AMEN’s sustainability and mission-driven growth. William brings with him over 12 years of professional experience in consulting and offering protective financial solutions.
Grace Mary Athe
Board Director
Grace contributes her vast experience in disability inclusion and advocacy for the rights of women and girls with disabilities. Her work in advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), promoting disability etiquette, and leading multi-stakeholder dialogues aligns directly with AMEN’s commitment to equity, empowerment, and disability inclusion.
Felix Ochieng Randiga
Board Director
Felix is a passionate educator with over 12 years of experience in curriculum development and educational leadership. He is committed to inclusive, high-quality learning that empowers every learner to thrive. His educational leadership, program guidance, and mentorship oversight, helps shape learning initiatives that inspire excellence, access, and long-term impact for AMEN.
Leadership Team
Emma Dola Okello
Founder and Executive Director
As a passionate Christian advocate for human development with extensive expertise in program planning and coordination, Emma specializes in mentorship programs that nurture leadership, purpose, and personal growth among young people. Her strong background in Political Science, community outreach, volunteer mobilization, and capacitybuilding continues to shape AMEN’s inclusive and transformative approach. Driven by a vision to establish a sustainable Christian charity that creates lasting social impact, Emma leads AMEN with compassion, integrity, and excellence: inspiring others to serve, grow, and empower their communities.
Napoleon Randa
Organizing Director
Napoleon is committed to building a strong, supportive, and purpose-driven community. Guided by integrity, compassion, and service, he coordinates volunteer and member engagement while promoting the well-being and growth of volunteers, members, beneficiaries and the core leadership team in AMEN. Napoleon believes in creating opportunities for meaningful impact, fostering teamwork, and inspiring individuals to reach their full potential as they contribute to transforming lives.
Christabel Viola Olum
Chief Finance Director
Viola is a dedicated finance professional and Christian committed to excellence, integrity, and accountability. She is driven by a vision to leverage her expertise to create sustainable value, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to initiatives that promote organizational success and positive social impact through financial stewardship and leadership. Viola has a proven track record of overseeing accounting operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, strengthening internal controls, and delivering financial insights that support organizational growth and sustainability.
Members
Matongo Enock Ragira
Members’ Chairperson
Rozel Atieno Okeno
Members’ Secretary
Joshua Ochieng Opiata
AMEN Brand Manager and Member
Job Nyamongo Kegesa
Member
Sheryl Amondi
Member
Zachary Ogachi Amenya
Member
Elphas Obure Otima
Member & Mentor
Johnson Nyabuto Osoro
Member & Mentor
