Meet the 2023/24 Executive Committee
Rotary District 9212 enters a promising era of service and progress with the introduction of its 2023/24 Executive Committee. Comprised of accomplished individuals who will work in tandem with District Governor Leonard Ithau, this capable team embodies the core principles and values of Rotary.
With a focus on community impact and fostering positive change, they bring a wealth of expertise and dedication to their respective roles. In this article, we delve into the profiles of these exceptional leaders, exploring their backgrounds, skills, and shared vision for Rotary District 9212’s future. Get ready to meet the driving force behind the district’s success, as we shine a spotlight on the accomplished individuals who will lead Rotary District 9212 this Rotary year.
Watch the introduction of the Rotary District 9212 Executive Committee here: https://youtu.be/UzOrLvQJOD4
- GEORGE MATHENGE
District Executive Committee Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi Lavington
Classification: Finance
Objective: Working with DG and EXCO to ensure that Rotary brand and reputation is upheld across the District.
Message: Life is not a rehearsal; use your time on earth to leave an impact.
Hobbies: Reliving my youth with my young kids.
Contact: george.mathenge@rotary9212.org
2. LEONARD ITHAU
District Governor
Club: Rotary Club of Karen
Classification: Engineering
Objective: Collaboration for bigger, more impactful projects
Message: We Are One!
3. IPDG AZEB ASRAT
Vice Governor
Club: Rotary Club of Addis Ababa West
Classification: Leadership, Management, Policy Formulation
Objective: Support the leadership in policy and procedural matters.
Message: As We Are One! Let’s show this by working together as a team. Hobbies: Coaching, mentoring, motivating the young generation, traveling, exploring and appreciating different cultures.
Contact: azeb.asrat@gmail.com
4. NANCY NJERI MWANGI
District Rotaract Representative
Club: Rotaract Club of Nairobi East
Classification: Civil Engineering
Objective: To maximize impact in all fronts of life for both Rotaractors and the communities we aim to help.
Message: Be Bold.
Hobbies: Sing, travel, reading
Contact: drr@rotaractdistrict9212.org
5. DR. JOE KAMAU
District Governor Elect (DGE) Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi East
Classification: Business and Academics
Objective: To learn and prepare for my year as DG
Message: Always remember our motto: Service above self!!
Hobbies: Hiking, farming, Jogging, Outdoors, Reading
Contact: 0722207203 or Joe.kamau@tecwaysservices.com
6. WAIRIMU R. NJAGE District Governor Nominee / Governance and Ethics Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi Lavington
Classification: Education
Objective: Fully enable rollout of the #WeAreOne year, by working towards delivery of the D9212 strategy Foundational Enablers, specifically the Rotary Governance and Ethics policies and guidelines and in so doing equip Rotarians in the district to appreciate their rights, obligations, and responsibilities.
Message: Have an enjoyable, rewarding and reflective Rotary year as we strive to Create Hope in the World. Let’s purpose to embody Service Above Self by adopting/reviewing club constitution and bylaws in all clubs.
Hobbies: Reading great books; art and theatre, travelling and watching movies.
Contact: wairimu.njage@rotary9212.org
7. JANET MATHENGE
District Secretary
Club: Property Management
Classification: RC Karen
Objective: To make sure the administrative tasks of D9212 and the District Governor runs seamlessly this year.
Message: Work diligently as Rotarians. Live Service Above Self daily and abiide by the 4 way Test
Hobbies:
Contact: dsecretary@rotary.org/0727046930
8. ROSIE WAINANA
Country Chair Kenya
Club: RC Nairobi Ridgeways
Classification: marketing
Objective: Unifying club membership
Message: The district is at their service
Hobbies: Travelling, golf, give back
9.HANNA ABEBE
Country Chair Ethiopia
Club: Rotary Club of Addis Ababa Sheger
Classification:
Objective: Working together as one with sustainable achievements.
Message: We are on this platform for a reason so let’s spread blessings to the world.
Hobbies: Travelling, swimming & coffee time with my family and friends.
10. SIMON GORE AUGUSTINO YONGO
Country Chair South Sudan
Club: Rotary Club of Juba
Classification: Pharmacist
Objective: To establish the county office, Increase number of clubs and realize implementation of the district strategy.
Message: We need to embrace rotary values of service above self and reach out to the communities with impactful projects.
Hobbies: Singing and reading of inspirational books
Contact: gorelado2017@gmail.com/+211915132215
11. PROTUS LUMITI
District Rotary Foundation Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Karen
Classification: Education
Objective: To encourage Rotarians to participate in the Rotary Foundation by contribution to the Foundation at every level and participate in large impactful grants.
Message: Let us all Create Hope through giving.
Hobbies: Travelling
12. CAROLINE NJIRU
District Public Image & Communications Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Kitengela
Classification: Public Relations & Strategic Planning
Objective: To expand Rotary’s reach through strategic communications.
Message: Let’s align our communications to the Rotary Brand
Hobbies: Reading, writing and playing tennis.
Contact: publicimage9212@gmail.com
13. SAMUEL MWANGI
District Technology & Innovation Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Thika
Classification: Telecommunications Engineering
Objective: Adopt the technology solutions offered by the District.
Message: Increased Use of Technology and Automation in the District
Hobbies: Read books, play amateur golf and spend time with family.
Contact: 0722 286505
14. LORRAINE KIRIGIA
Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Karen
Classification: Entrepreneur
Objective: Increase Rotary Visibility and objective through increased mutually beneficial partnerships
Message: Fundraising is fun and partnerships key to the growth of Rotary in the District
Hobbies:Dancing, reading, traveling with friends and daughter
15. SARAH MIGWI
District Conference and Assembly Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi-Langata
Classification: Media and Content Production
Objective: To organize and deliver a fun, informative and memorable DCA 2024 in Magical Watamu.
Message: Please register for the DCA 2024 in Magical Watamu as we have a super amazing DCA planned for you.
Hobbies: Cycling, Hiking and Traveling
Contact: 0722892559
16. ROSE CHEGE
Community Service Projects Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Mombasa Downtown
Classification: Finance
Objective: To encourage clubs to work together and scale up the projects in our district Message: As we start the new Rotary year may we embrace the spirit of working together and harnessing our strengths in service to our communities. For the world will see and judge Rotary by the results it achieves.
Hobbies: I read books or watch movies
Contact: +254711238200
17. TITO TADEO
District Training and Outreach Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Rotary Club of Nairobi East
Classification: District Training and Outreach chair
Objective: To Enhance Rotary Value and Knowledge through Capacity Building and Information Sharing
Message: A Knowledgeable Rotarian is a better Rotarian, lets enhance our knowledge of Rotary and build our capacity to serve our communities, serve our fellow Rotarians, then develop and better our skills.
Hobbies: Adventure, travelling, swimming and partying.
Contact: tito.tadeo@gmail.com, or titosoffer@outlook.com, Tel +254723562807
18. EDWARD HADDY KISALI
Strategy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Ongata Rongai
Classification: Leadership Consulting & Tourism
Objective: To ensure strategy and planning is appreciated and applied in the District. Help the Clubs and the district at large to have a future focus with clear and precise deliverables every year. Ensure we monitor and access the impact and make necessary shifts to ensure we leave to our motto of bringing change in our communities.
Message: Let’s take time to look at the overall RI and District strategies and come up with what our clubs can do towards that bigger goal. It is through individual Rotarians through the clubs that Rotary is felt.
Hobbies: Reading/Traveling/Socializing
Contact: 0721434241 dstrategy@rotary9212.org
19. JIMIA YASSIN
District Programs of Scale Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Muthaiga
Classification: ICT and Telecoms
Objective: To implement a district-wide signature project on sustainable livelihood interventions to improve food security and resilience in communities living in arid and semi-arid areas.
Message: As people of action, let’s alleviate the suffering of communities that find themselves facing the worst climate effects of perennial drought by coming together and joining hands by giving them a sustainable solution to improve their livelihoods and give hope to the world..
Hobbies: I enjoy traveling and exploring new places. Meeting new people and learning their culture
Contact: Email: programofscale@rotary9212.org Tel: 0721489154
20. JIMMY MWANGI
District Membership Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Naivasha
Classification: Hospitality Services
Objective: To have well functioning clubs that have engaged members who participate in their communities
Message: Let’s build strong and active clubs
Hobbies: Hike, watch rugby, read books and travel
Contact: jkmsuccess1@gmail.com / 0721719173
21. AKWABI GIDEON ANDREW
New Generation Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi
Classification: Farmer
Objective: To enable our young ones enjoy Rotary and appreciate Service above Self
Message: New Generation Has a Place in Service
Hobbies: Football
Contact: gidak200225@gmail.com
22. FAITH KANAGA
District Legal Advisor
Club: Rotary Club of Upperhill
Classification: Legal services
Objective: To ensure that the District and Clubs have proper legal status
Message: It’s important for clubs to cooperate with us as we work to streamline legal status and ensure that clubs are run in an efficient and effective manner.
Hobbies: Travel, golf and hiking.
Contact: Legaladvisor@rotary9212.org
23. GEOFFREY GITAU
District Finance Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Langata
Classification: Audit private practice
Objective: to support the district governor in carrying out his mandate in the finance docket and also consolidate district finance to boost transparency in the utilization of the funds.
Message: I would urge Rotarians to live by the four ways test and pursue the objects of rotary
Hobbies: Jogging, run, travelling
Contact gitau@gitauauditors.co.ke, 0722550625
24. RITESH RASHMIKANT BAROT
District International Services Chair
Club: Rotary Club of Nairobi
Classification: Investments
Objective: To build on a Rotary resources network and enhance engagements with international partners to foster greater partnerships for high impact projects.
Message: Engage with the DISC committee, learn more about international partnerships. Share your past success stories with us and we will help showcase the projects. Reach out to us for resource networks. We are one. That Rotarians and Rotaractors to intentionally work together to create sustainable change.
Hobbies: I enjoy writing, painting and gardening
Contact: +254719873119 riteshbarot.r@gmail.com
