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Meet Our Team

Board of Directors

Committed leaders shaping the future of our organization.

Elysee Nibitanga

President (Board Chairperson)

Elysee Nibitanga

President (Board Chairperson)

Elysee provides strategic leadership and governance oversight for WiGLI. With extensive experience in public health, nutrition, and rural development, he ensures strong accountability, resource mobilization, and alignment with the organization’s Christ-centered mission.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Vice President

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Vice President

Leocadie supports the Chairperson in guiding the Board and advancing WiGLI’s strategic direction. She is dedicated to strengthening governance, partnerships, and organizational growth with compassion and integrity.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Karen Mpawenimana

Board Secretary

Karen Mpawenimana

Board Secretary

Karen manages Board records and ensures transparent communication. Her commitment to accountability and faith-driven leadership supports WiGLI’s mission to uphold child dignity and community well-being.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Kwizera Dieudonne

Board Advisor

Kwizera Dieudonne

Board Advisor

Dieudonne is a psychologist and mental health specialist. He advises on child-focused development and connects WiGLI with external networks to strengthen capacity, learning, and impact.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Board Advisor

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Board Advisor

Theogene brings expertise in accountability, effectiveness, and evidence-based strategy in both development and humanitarian settings. He advises on child-focused development and connects WiGLI with external networks to strengthen learning and impact.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Operational and Technical Team

Driving daily operations and delivering technical excellence.

Elysee Nibitanga

Legal Representative & Executive Director

Elysee Nibitanga

Legal Representative & Executive Director

Elysee leads WiGLI with vision and dedication, bringing over 14 years of expertise in public health, nutrition, HIV, and community development. A specialist in integrated programs, MEAL, and climate-resilient WASH, he guides strategy, builds partnerships, and ensures WiGLI empowers vulnerable children, families, and communities to thrive with dignity and hope.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Deputy Executive Director

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Deputy Executive Director

Dr. Leocadie is a medical doctor and public health specialist with over 23 years of experience in health services and system strengthening in Burundi. She has led child health, nutrition, HIV, malaria, and emergency response programs, with strong expertise in community-based initiatives. At WiGLI, she guides strategic planning, program integration, and staff development, embodying servant leadership and faith-driven service.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Venerande Nyandwi

Program Administration and Finance Manager

Venerande Nyandwi

Program Administration and Finance Manager

Venerande Nyandwi is a seasoned finance and administration professional with over 14 years of experience in public service, humanitarian response, and international NGO operations. She specializes in financial management, donor compliance, HR systems, and organizational governance. With expertise in audits, procurement oversight, and operational efficiency, Venerande ensures transparency, accountability, and strong stewardship of resources. She leads finance and administration, strengthening systems that sustain the organization’s impact on vulnerable children and communities.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Joseph Butoyi

MEL & Research Statistics Advisor

Joseph Butoyi

MEL & Research Statistics Advisor

Joseph Butoyi is a renowned M&E consultant with over 25 years of experience, including work with Burundi’s National Data and Statistics Department. At WiGLI, he develops monitoring systems, leads research, and supports evidence-based planning to track program impact and continuously improve child-focused initiatives.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Karen Mpawenimana

Executive Program & Child Support Assistant

Karen Mpawenimana

Executive Program & Child Support Assistant

Karen Mpawenimana brings over 15 years of experience in stakeholder and partnership management, liaison, and resource mobilization to support vulnerable populations. She coordinates child sponsorship documentation, program reporting, and executive support, with extensive experience assisting directors and managing operations, ensuring effective communication between children, families, and donors.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Jean Claude Nijimbere

Program Outreach & IT Systems Officer

Jean Claude Nijimbere

Program Outreach & IT Systems Officer

Jean Claude Nijimbere brings over 10 years of experience in managing child-focused systems, informatics, and telecommunications within humanitarian and development organizations. He leads outreach campaigns and manages WiGLI’s IT systems, ensuring that digital platforms, data systems, and online communications effectively support child-focused interventions.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Agnes Bigirimana

Field Laboratory & Diagnostics Officer

Agnes Bigirimana

Field Laboratory & Diagnostics Officer

Agnes Bigirimana is a laboratory officer with 5 years of experience. She conducts mobile laboratory screenings to enhance child health, supports nutrition, and WASH initiatives, ensuring quality diagnostics and training for community health agents.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Stanislas Niyondiko

Integrated Child Well-Being Program Officer

Stanislas Niyondiko

Integrated Child Well-Being Program Officer

Stanislas brings over 20 years of experience in child protection, education, and integrated child-focused programs across humanitarian and development contexts. He coordinates holistic initiatives integrating health, education, and spiritual support, fostering safe, nurturing environments where children can grow, learn, and thrive. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education Sciences.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Kwizera Dieudonne

Mental Health, Psychosocial & Capacity Building Officer

Kwizera Dieudonne

Mental Health, Psychosocial & Capacity Building Officer

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Procurement & Logistics Officer

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Procurement & Logistics Officer

Theogene brings over 15 years of experience in procurement, fleet, and logistics management within the U.S. government and humanitarian and development settings. At WiGLI, he oversees procurement, inventory, and supply chain systems, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of goods and services. His leadership strengthens operational efficiency and compliance, enabling WiGLI to serve vulnerable children, families, and communities with transparency and impact.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Fabrice Irakoze

Child Wellness & Outreach Nursing Officer

Fabrice Irakoze

Child Wellness & Outreach Nursing Officer

Fabrice leads child health initiatives, including mobile clinics and community outreach, and trains caregivers in health, hygiene, and early childhood development (ECD) and education for over 10 years. He applies One Health principles to promote holistic child well-being and strengthen community resilience.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

Patrick Yamuremye

Mental Health, Psychosocial & Capacity Building Officer

Patrick Yamuremye

Mental Health, Psychosocial & Capacity Building Officer

Patrick brings over 5 years of engineering experience, overseeing the construction of child-friendly shelters, classrooms, and WASH facilities. He ensures that all infrastructure is safe, climate-resilient, and inclusive, supporting the well-being and development of children and communities.

Phone:+257 79 56 94 09
Email:enibitanga@wigli.org

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Meet Our Team

Board of Directors

Elysee Nibitanga

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Karen Mpawenimana

Kwizera Dieudonne

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Operational and Technical Team

Elysee Nibitanga

Dr Leocadie Nivyindika

Venerande Nyandwi

Joseph Butoyi

Karen Mpawenimana

Jean Claude Nijimbere

Agnes Bigirimana

Stanislas Niyondiko

Kwizera Dieudonne

Theogene Mukamarakiza

Fabrice Irakoze

Patrick Yamuremye

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