Why leadership matters

Leadership is the visible side of trust, direction, and service.

Thimo Ciitu leadership is built to hold the organization together in public, in meetings, and in the field. The team translates community needs into practical action through environmental work, youth engagement, and accountable stewardship.

At a glance

Four core leaders carry the group's direction, operations, and accountability across Green Gatundu, youth mobilization, and climate-focused community programs.

  • Community-owned decision making
  • Youth-led delivery and mobilization
  • Transparent financial stewardship
The Team

Leadership profiles

Our leadership team is composed of dedicated individuals who bring a wealth of experience and passion to Thimo Ciitu. They are committed to fostering community growth, empowering youth, and implementing sustainable environmental practices in Gatundu South.

James Mburu Waithira
01 Co-founder and Chairperson

James Mburu Waithira

James helps anchor Thimo Ciitu's long view. As co-founder and chairperson, he connects the wider mission with Green Gatundu and nursery direction, making sure the work stays rooted in practical community needs.

Strategic leadership
Environmental stewardship
Partnership building
Nursery direction
Peter Ngure Kiguta
02 Secretary

Peter Ngure Kiguta

Peter holds the communication rhythm of the group together. He supports youth mobilization, clear messaging, and internal coordination so members, partners, and visitors can follow the work with confidence.

Meeting coordination
Public communication
Youth mobilization
Internal records
Duncan Warui Gathumbi
03 Talent and climate action lead

Duncan Warui Gathumbi

Duncan focuses on helping young people turn participation into practical skills, confidence, and climate responsibility. His work keeps the group connected to environmental action and talent development.

Youth capacity building
Climate awareness
Environmental action
Mentorship programs
Jacqueline Wanjiku Muturi
04 Treasurer

Jacqueline Wanjiku Muturi

Jacqueline protects the trust that makes community work sustainable. She pairs financial accountability with community and youth empowerment, ensuring the group remains answerable to its members.

Financial stewardship
Community empowerment
Responsible reporting
Trust management
Governance and accountability

Leadership is shared, documented, and answerable to the community.

Thimo Ciitu's leadership structure is designed around clear roles and shared responsibility. The chairperson, secretary, treasurer, and program lead each carry distinct duties, while major direction is reviewed through the group's collective voice and community priorities.

Trust markers

  • Decisions are recorded and shared.
  • Financial responsibility stays visible.
  • Programs are shaped with community ownership.
  • Partnerships support, not replace, local leadership.
Closing trust note

Leadership that serves people should be easy to see and easy to trust.

Thimo Ciitu welcomes partners, sponsors, and community members who value transparency, continuity, and youth-driven ownership. Working with this team means joining a group that can explain what it does, why it matters, and how it stays accountable.