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YES Advisory Board

Strategic guidance • Professional expertise • Independent advice for sustainable impact

WHO WE ARE

Strategic Guidance for Lasting Impact

The Advisory Board of YES Foundation provides strategic guidance, professional expertise, and independent advice to support the organization's mission and long-term sustainability. Our advisors bring decades of experience across multiple sectors to help shape the future of youth empowerment in Tanzania.

Purpose

  • Provide strategic advice to leadership
  • Support project development and evaluation
  • Strengthen organizational strategy
  • Build and nurture partnerships
  • Support fundraising initiatives
  • Enhance governance and accountability

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Advise on strategic projects
  • Guide investment decisions
  • Support management with expertise
  • Review organizational policies
  • Advise on sustainable growth
  • Champion YES Foundation's mission
OUR ADVISORS

Meet the Advisory Board

Dr. John Smith

Economic Advisor
United Kingdom
Dr. John Smith is an economist with over 20 years of experience in development finance and investment advisory. He has advised governments and NGOs across Africa on sustainable economic development.

Prof. Sarah Johnson

Education Advisor
United States
Professor of Special Education with expertise in inclusive learning. Sarah has developed curriculum frameworks used in 15 countries and trains teachers in disability-inclusive education.

James Mwangi

Community Development
Kenya
James has 25 years of experience in community-led development across East Africa. He specializes in grassroots organizing, youth empowerment, and sustainable community programs.

Rev. Michael Mushi

Theological Advisor
Tanzania
Senior pastor and community leader with deep experience in faith-based development. Michael bridges community needs with spiritual guidance and has established 5 community schools.

Mary Nnko

Real Estate Advisor
Tanzania
Property developer and investor with expertise in affordable housing and community infrastructure. Mary advises on YES Foundation's Urban Green Apartments project and property investments.

Adv. Peter Materu

Governance Advisor
Tanzania
Legal expert specializing in NGO governance and compliance. Peter ensures YES Foundation operates with the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and legal compliance.

Board Structure

Chairperson

Provides leadership and convenes board meetings

Members

Diverse experts contributing across sectors

Senior Advisors

Eminent leaders providing high-level counsel

Areas of Expertise

Our board brings collective strength in these key areas

Investment
Education
Community Development
Theology
Real Estate
Governance
Healthcare
Finance
Strategic Planning
HOW THEY SUPPORT YES

Impact Through Guidance

Strategy

Shaping long-term organizational strategy and vision

Projects

Reviewing and advising on key initiatives

Partnerships

Connecting YES with strategic partners

Investors

Introducing potential investors and donors

Appointment Process

Advisory Board members are appointed based on their experience, expertise, and commitment to the mission of YES Foundation. Each member is carefully selected to bring unique value and perspective to guide our work.

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Interested in serving as an advisor? Contact us to learn more about opportunities.

Advisory Board members provide strategic guidance and independent advice but are not involved in day-to-day management or operational decisions of YES Foundation.
CONTACT THE BOARD

Reach Our Advisory Board

Get in Touch

info@yesdevelopment.org
+255 715 350 752

8 Umoja St. 16105, Saranga, Ubungo, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania