Guiding Our Vision
Meet Our Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees brings together experienced professionals committed to strengthening sustainable agriculture, institutional excellence, and lasting impact.
Interim Executive Director, Ex-officio member
Fredrick Ochieng Coordinator, Farmer Communication Programme Fredrick Ochieng is the Coordinator of the Farmer Communication…
Board Chair & Trustee
Madam Anne Onyango is a Development Practitioner with 39+ years of experience working for the…
Trustee and Founding Trustee
Andreas Schriber is co-founder of the Swiss based NGO Biovision Foundation for Ecological Development established in…
Trustee
Prof. Christian Borgemeister Board Member Prof. Christian Borgemeister is an internationally renowned entomologist and agricultural…
Trustee Emeritus
Prof. Onesmo K. ole-MoiYoi is a Senior Visiting Scientist at the International Center of Insect Physiology…
Trustee Emerita
Prof. Judy Wakhungu is the Kenya Ambassador to France, Portugal, Serbia and Holy See. Prior to…
Trustee
Working Together for Change
Our Dedicated Staff Members
Our team of passionate professionals works collaboratively to deliver innovative programs, build partnerships, and advance sustainable agriculture across Africa.
Interim Executive Director, Ex-officio member
Fredrick Ochieng Coordinator, Farmer Communication Programme Fredrick Ochieng is the Coordinator of the Farmer Communication…
Accountant
Geoffrey is the Accountant for Biovision Africa Trust. He gives general accounting and finance support to the organization.…
Finance Manager
Ms. Amwayi holds a master’s degree in project planning and management from University of Nairobi,…
Project Accountant
Designation: KCOA Project Accountant CPA Indeche Ephraim is a highly qualified and experienced professional in…
Project Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Lennox Ouma is the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at BvAT. He…
Communications Officer, PELUM Uganda
Communications Officer KCOA-KHEA Ms. Magino Pamella joined Participatory Ecological Land Use Management Uganda on 1st…
Farmer Communication Outreach Manager
Chris Bundi Rwanda Farmer Communication and Outreach Manager Chris Bundi Rwanda is an Agricultural Extension…
FCP Outreach Project Officer
Njeri Kinuthia is a project officer for the Outreach project under the FCP. She holds a Certificate…
Project Officer, BvAT Gender Focal Person
Caroline holds a Master of Arts in Communication Studies (Development Communication) and Bachelor of Arts…
Administration and HR Assistant
Lucy Macharia is the Administration and HR Assistant at BvAT. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in General Management…
Project Manager, SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE TANZANIA (SAT)
Ms. Erica Rugabandana is the Project Manager of Mkulima Mbunifu (MkM) and country Lead, Tanzania. Erica holds a Master…
Human Resources & Administration Manager
Maxwell is a Human Resources Generalist with a wealth of experience spanning to over 12…
Continental Secretariat Coordinator
Mr. Alex Mutungi is the coordinator of the African Union (AU)Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA) Initiative…
Assistant Editor, Mkulima Mbunifu
Flora Laanyuni is an assistant Editor of Mkulima Mkunifu (MkM). She holds a Bachelor’s Degree…
Administrator/Accountant, Mkulima Mbunifu
Gabriela comes in with a wealth of experience in journalism and accounting. She has a…
Communications Officer
Musdalafa Okello Lyaga is the TOF Radio Project Officer at the Biovision Africa Trust (BvAT) for the…
Resource Mobilization and Organizational Capacity Strengthening Expert
Lisa Nixdorf Integrated Expert – Resource Mobilization and Organizational Capacity Strengthening Lisa Nixdorf is the…
Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Officer
Amos Meme Amos Meme is a dedicated development and humanitarian professional with over eight years…
Infonet Manager
Hudson Wereh Shiraku is the KCOA Regional Knowledge Manager at Biovision Africa Trust (BvAT). He…
IT Officer
Mr. Eliazar serves as an IT Officer, supporting the effective use and management of information…
Collaborating for Greater Impact
Meet Our Associate Staff
Our associate staff are valued professionals who contribute specialised knowledge and technical expertise across various initiatives. Working alongside our core team, they provide strategic support, advisory services, and project-specific expertise that strengthens our capacity to achieve lasting impact.
Project Manager-KCOA-KHEA, PELUM Uganda & Biovision Africa Trust
Project Manager – Knowledge Centre for Organic Agriculture (KCOA), Eastern Africa Francis Nsanga is the…
Communications Officer, PELUM Uganda
Communications Officer KCOA-KHEA Ms. Magino Pamella joined Participatory Ecological Land Use Management Uganda on 1st…
Field Officers
Connecting Communities with Sustainable Solutions
Our Field Officers work directly with communities to implement programmes, provide technical support, and promote sustainable practices. They play a vital role in ensuring our initiatives deliver lasting impact at the grassroots level.
| Name | Resource Centre | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Mirriam Makato | Kangundo | Machakos |
| Sarah Karanja | Maragua | Murang’a |
| Nancy Mugera | Kakamega | Kakamega |
| William Buluma | Singi CBO | Busia |
| Pamela Otieno | KALRO Kakamega | Busia |
| Mr. Michael Wangalwa | Singi CBO | Busia |
| Nelly Wambui Kamau | Kagio | Kirinyaga |
| Francis Maina | Gilgil Farmer Resource Centre | Gilgil |
| Peter Murage | Gilgil Farmer Resource Center | Nakuru |
| Ms. Irene Wasike | Kamukuywa Farmer Resource Centre | Bungoma |
| Anthony Nadunga | Kamukuywa Farmer Resource Centre | Bungoma |
| Veronicah Wamiti | Murungaru Farmer Resource Centre | Nyandarua |
| Joseph Mwaura | Kagio | Kirinyaga |
| John Mutisya | KALRO Katumani | Machakos |
| Anthony Musili | KALRO Katumani | Machakos |
| Margaret Kioko | KALRO Katumani | Machakos |
| Ruth Mutisya | KALRO Katumani | Machakos |
| Joseph Mbithi | Mukuyuni | Makueni |
| Sarah Karanja | Maragua | Murang’a |
| Caleb Musilwa | Singi CBO | Busia |
| Karanja Irungu | Mukuyuni | Makueni |
| Naomi Wangari | Murungaru | Nyandarua |
| Magdalene Wangeci | Maragua | Murang’a |
| Elias Biwott | KALRO Kakamega | Kakamega |
| Elsa Oluoch | Ndeiya | Kiambu |
| Alex Kajogo | Kisii | Kisii |
