Our Team
500+ talented professionals dedicated to transformation
Our strength comes from the diversity and dedication of our team. 85% of our staff are from the communities we serve, bringing cultural knowledge, local relationships, and deep understanding of community context.
Executive Leadership
Dr. Amara Okonkwo
Executive Director & Founder
Dr. Okonkwo founded GBBI with a vision to empower African communities. She holds a Ph.D. in International Development from Oxford University.
James Kipchoge
Director of Programs
James leads our 89 active programs across 12 countries. With 15 years of program management experience, he ensures impact and quality.
Sarah Mensah
Director of Operations
Sarah manages finance, HR, and administration. Her expertise ensures our organization operates with integrity and excellence.
Our Departments
Programs
280+
Education, health, economic empowerment, water & sanitation teams
Key Roles:
- • Program Managers
- • Teachers & Educators
- • Health Workers
- • Community Coordinators
- • Monitoring & Evaluation Specialists
Finance & Administration
45+
Financial management, HR, office operations, compliance
Key Roles:
- • Finance Manager
- • Accountants
- • HR Specialist
- • Administrative Staff
- • IT Support
Communications & Development
35+
Donor relations, communications, storytelling, grant writing
Key Roles:
- • Development Director
- • Communications Coordinator
- • Grant Writers
- • Social Media Manager
- • Partnership Specialist
Research & Learning
20+
Impact assessment, research, knowledge sharing, innovation
Key Roles:
- • Research Director
- • Data Analysts
- • Monitoring Officers
- • Documentation Specialist
- • Learning & Evaluation
Our Culture
Diversity & Inclusion
Our team reflects the communities we serve. We speak 25+ languages and represent diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Continuous Learning
We invest in professional development, hosting quarterly training sessions and supporting staff to pursue advanced certifications.
Community First
Every team member understands that we work for the communities we serve. Local staff leadership ensures cultural competence and accountability.
Collaboration
We believe our best work happens when departments and countries collaborate. We regularly share lessons learned across the organization.
Well-being
We prioritize staff mental health, provide competitive salaries, and offer benefits that support work-life balance and family needs.
Integrity
We maintain a strong ethics and compliance culture. Every team member is empowered and expected to speak up about concerns.
Join Our Team
We're always looking for talented, passionate people to join our mission. Whether you're looking for a career change, a meaningful volunteer opportunity, or an internship, we'd love to hear from you.
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