Leadership That Serves
We believe transformational leadership begins with service, integrity, accountability, and a deep commitment to community empowerment.
At JOPA Foundation Uganda, our leadership team combines professional expertise, local knowledge, and a passion for sustainable development. Together, we guide programs that empower youth, strengthen families, improve livelihoods, and build resilient communities.
Our commitment is to create measurable impact while maintaining transparency, accountability, and strong partnerships with the communities we serve.
James Olio
Founder & Chairperson General Assembly
JOPA Foundation Uganda was founded on a simple but powerful belief: every community deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through strategic partnerships, innovation, and community-driven development, we work to empower vulnerable populations, especially youth, women, and underserved communities.
Our mission is not simply to deliver projects, but to create sustainable pathways toward dignity, opportunity, and lasting transformation.
"When communities are empowered with knowledge, opportunity, and hope, sustainable change becomes possible."
Executive Leadership Team
Experienced professionals leading our mission and operations.
John Musoke
Executive Chairperson
Leads strategic direction, partnerships, organizational growth, and long-term planning.
Dr. Jane Nakabugo
Vice Chairperson
Oversees implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and impact measurement.
David Okumu
Secretary
Ensures transparency, financial accountability, compliance, and sustainable resource management.
Martha Kiplagat
Treasurer
Oversees daily operations, project coordination, staff development and quality assurance.
Martha Kiplagat
Project Coordinator
Oversees daily operations, project coordination, staff development and quality assurance.
Martha Kiplagat
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Oversees daily operations, project coordination, staff development and quality assurance.
Martha Kiplagat
Mobilizer
Oversees daily operations, project coordination, staff development and quality assurance.
General Assembly
Providing governance, accountability, strategic guidance and institutional oversight.
Eng. James Olio
ChairpersonInfrastructure Development, Governance & Strategic Leadership.
Eng. Charles Oita
Vice ChairpersonEducation, Research, Institutional Development.
Hon. Beatrice Katongole
SecretaryPolicy Advocacy, Government Relations, Community Development.
Samuel Kyagulanyi
TreasurerFinance, Audit, Risk & Compliance.
Dr. Christine Namuli
MobilizerHealth Systems, Community Wellness, Social Development.
Joseph Mukasa
MemberFinance, Audit, Risk & Compliance.
Our Leadership Values
The principles that guide every decision we make.
Integrity
We uphold honesty, accountability and transparency.
Service
Communities remain at the center of everything we do.
Innovation
We embrace creative and sustainable solutions.
Join Our Mission
Together we can transform communities, empower young people, and create sustainable opportunities.