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
01

James Mburu Waithira

Co-founder and Chairperson

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.

Co-founder Green Gatundu Nursery direction
02

Peter Ngure Kiguta

Secretary

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.

Youth mobilization Communication Youth development
03

Duncan Warui Gathumbi

Talent and climate action lead

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.

Talent development Climate action Environmental work
04

Jacqueline Wanjiku Muturi

Treasurer

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.

Accountability Community empowerment Youth empowerment
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.