Jembe Hussein Jembe
Executive Director · Team Leader
Welcome Message
Karibu to Kwale Tech Hub
It gives me great joy to welcome you to Kwale Tech Hub — a vibrant space where dreams, ideas and innovation come alive through the energy and creativity of young people.
Born from a vision to bridge the digital divide in Kwale, our hub has grown into a community of changemakers across five strategic pillars: Education & Innovation, Climate Justice, Peacebuilding, Food Security, and Governance & Leadership.
Let's innovate. Let's empower. Let's transform.
Our History
Since 2019 — a movement, not just a hub.
Kwale Tech Hub was established to ensure that no young person is left behind in the fast-evolving digital world. We work with youth aged 16–30 from rural and underserved communities, empowering them through ICT, innovation and entrepreneurship.
In a region where 47.4% live below the poverty line and youth unemployment exceeds 20%, our work is driven by one belief: technology can be a force for equity, inclusion and transformation.
2019
Founded
7,000+
Trained
60%
Placed
5
Pillars
Our Mission
Empower youth with skills to bridge inequalities and drive sustainable innovation in development.
Our Vision
A society where young people drive equitable development through innovation, leadership and inclusive opportunities.
Our Values
Inclusion · Integrity · Innovation · Community · Excellence in everything we deliver.
Theory of Change
Inputs → Outputs → Impact
Input
ICT training & partnerships
Curriculum, mentorship, infrastructure and partnerships with government and industry.
Outputs
Skills, startups & jobs
Job-ready graduates, incubated ventures and digital tools field-tested with communities.
Impact
Growth · Cohesion · Resilience
Economic growth, social cohesion and climate resilience across coastal Kenya.
Organogram
How we are organised
From oversight to delivery — a clear, accountable structure built around our youth-first mission.
Oversight Board
Team Leader
Human Resource
Safeguarding
Programs
Governance
Innovation
Livelihood
Peacebuilding
Climate Justice
Resource Mobilisation
Business Development
Finance
Procurement
Admin
MELR
Communication
Interns / Attaches
Volunteers
Board of Governance
Our Board Members
Strategic leadership and oversight guiding the Hub's mission and impact.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
Executive Director, Kwale Arts · Community Development Expert
A creative-sector leader with 15+ years in youth empowerment, arts development and institutional leadership. As Board Chair, Wakili provides strategic governance to advance the Hub's mission of innovation, digital inclusion and community-centred development.
Team & Staff
Meet the people behind the work
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
hamis@kwalehub.org
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
hamis@kwalehub.org
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Wakili Mwatondo
Board Chair
hamis@kwalehub.org
Browse Policies
Constitution
Governing instrument of Kwale Tech Hub
Safeguarding Policy
Protecting children, youth and vulnerable adults
Code of Conduct & Ethics
Standards of behaviour for staff, volunteer and board
Finance Policy
Financial management and internal controls
Procure
Financial management and internal controls
Policy
Constitution
Adopted 5 March 2025
This Constitution applies to all members of Kwale Tech Hub, a Community Based Organisation. All members are expected to adhere to it in all collections, plans, and functions.
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Name & Address
Kwale Tech Hub — P.O. Box 150-80403, Kwale, Kenya. Office located at Tsimba; area of operation Kwale County and Kenya at large.
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Mission
Equipping youth with skills and technology to unlock their potential.
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Vision
A society where young people drive equitable development through innovation, leadership, and inclusive opportunities.
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Slogan
Connect | Empower | Impact
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Thematic Areas
Education and Innovation
Food Security
Climate Justice
Peacebuilding
Governance and Leadership
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Core Values
Integrity
Accountability
Equity
Honesty
Transparency
Innovation
Inclusion
Empowerment
Collaboration
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Membership
Open to persons over 18 of good moral standing who share the objectives of the organisation, subject to a Ksh. 1,000 non-refundable registration fee and approval by the Executive Committee. Members enjoy freedom of speech, the right to participate in management, to vote, to contest office, and to inspect organisational records.
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Office Bearers
Executive Director
Program Coordinator
Finance Officer
Administrator
Communications Officer
Field Coordinator
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Board of Directors
The Board comprises all elected office bearers plus two additional members elected at the AGM, with at least three members of either gender. It meets monthly to provide overall management, strategic direction and authorisation of disbursements.
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General Meetings
Annual General Meetings are held once a year with 21 days' notice and a 75% quorum. Special General Meetings may be called by the Board with 7 days' notice or by 15 members on requisition.
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Bank Signatories
Three signatories: Executive Director, Program Coordinator, and Finance Officer. Financial year runs 1st July to 30th June.
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Constitutional Amendment
Amendments require a two-thirds majority at a General Meeting with 75% quorum, taken across two meetings, and prior written consent of the Registrar.
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Dissolution
Dissolution requires two-thirds majority at two consecutive AGMs with 75% quorum and prior written permission of the Registrar. On dissolution, assets are liquidated, debts paid, and balance distributed in proportion to capital contributions.
For questions on this policy, contact
info@kwalehub.org
Policy
Data Protection & Code of Conduct & Ethics Policy
Effective May 2026
This policy establishes the framework through which Kwale Tech Hub collects, processes, stores, secures, transfers and manages personal data in compliance with the Kenya Data Protection Act (2019) and international best practices — integrating privacy, cookie, data protection, retention and incident management requirements.
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Scope
Applies to employees, volunteers, contractors, consultants, suppliers, website users, event participants, program beneficiaries, newsletter subscribers, applicants and partners — covering all physical and electronic records.
02
Governance
The Board oversees compliance. The Data Protection Officer (DPO) under HR & Administration monitors compliance, manages procedures, coordinates incident response, handles user rights requests, conducts annual reviews and supervises staff training. All staff complete annual data protection awareness training.
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Data Protection Principles
Lawfulness, fairness and transparency
Purpose limitation
Data minimisation
Accuracy
Storage limitation
Integrity and confidentiality
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Personal Data Collected
Names
Email addresses
Phone numbers
Organisation details
Program participation information
Website usage analytics
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Purposes of Processing
Training and program administration
Communication and newsletters
Event management
Monitoring and evaluation
Regulatory compliance
Security and fraud prevention
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Cookies
Websites may use essential, analytics, performance and functional cookies to improve functionality, analyse traffic, enhance user experience, remember preferences and support security. Users can manage cookie preferences through browser settings.
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Sensitive Data
Health, biometric, religious, ethnic, political and criminal record information are processed only with explicit consent or where legally permitted.
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Children's Data
Where programs involve minors, consent is obtained from parents or guardians before collecting or processing children's data, unless otherwise permitted by law.
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User Rights
Access personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Withdraw consent
Request deletion where applicable
Object to processing
Lodge complaints with regulatory authorities
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Data Sharing
Personal data may be shared with service providers, payment processors, technology partners, regulators and M&E partners. International transfers comply with applicable legal safeguards.
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Retention & Disposal
Data is retained only as long as necessary. At end of retention, physical records are securely shredded and electronic records permanently deleted; archives are reviewed periodically.
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Security Safeguards
Password protection
Access controls
Secure cloud storage
Encryption
Staff awareness training
Monitoring and audit procedures
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Breach Reporting
Suspected or confirmed breaches are reported immediately to the DPO with date/time, nature, systems affected, individuals impacted and corrective measures. Kwale Tech Hub assesses, contains, investigates and notifies affected individuals and regulators within legally required timelines.
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Contact
Email info@kwalehub.org or contact the Data Protection Officer through official channels at Kwale County, Kenya.
For questions on this policy, contact
info@kwalehub.org
Policy
Code of Conduct & Ethics
The Code outlines the standards of behaviour expected of staff, volunteers and the Board of Directors, providing guidance on responsibilities, ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest in dealings with colleagues, beneficiaries and stakeholders.
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Objectives
Foster public trust and confidence in the integrity of Kwale Tech Hub
Ensure uniformity of conduct amongst all employees
Uphold the dignity of public offices at Kwale Tech Hub
Act as a reference for stakeholders and communities
Ensure duties are performed with efficiency, fairness, impartiality and honesty
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Guiding Principles
Integrity
Objectivity
Confidentiality
Competency
Respect
Accountability
Discipline
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Use of Internet, Email & Electronic Media
Members shall not transmit, view, print or store information of a discriminatory, damaging or harassing nature, nor use organisational platforms inappropriately.
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Political Neutrality
Members shall not act as agents for political parties, engage in political activity that compromises the office, contest political office while still employed, or seek political influence for promotions or favours.
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Non-Discrimination
No member shall discriminate, directly or indirectly, on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, ethnic origin, social origin, language, religion, opinion, nationality, marital status, pregnancy, disability or HIV status.
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Sexual & Workplace Harassment
Sexual harassment — including unwelcome requests, physical contact, gestures or comments of a sexual nature — is prohibited. All members must avoid abusive, belittling or threatening behaviour toward colleagues.
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Conflict of Interest
Employees shall avoid situations where personal interests conflict with official duties, declare any conflicts in writing using the prescribed form, abstain from related decisions, and never award contracts to themselves, spouses, relatives, business associates, or entities in which they have a controlling interest.
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Gifts, Benefits & Favours
Members shall not solicit or accept gifts that may compromise integrity. Acceptable gifts are non-monetary, occasional, of value not exceeding Ksh. 10,000, and within ordinary courtesy. Gifts received on official occasions are treated as gifts to the organisation and recorded in a gifts register.
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Enforcement & Reporting
All members sign a Commitment form. Breaches are addressed under the Leadership and Integrity Act (2012) and organisational policies. Any breach may be reported in writing — openly or anonymously — to the Board, which handles the matter under its procedures.
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Review
Reviewed every three years by the Board in consultation with management.
For questions on this policy, contact
info@kwalehub.org
Policy
Finance Policy
The Finance and Internal Controls Manual provides a guide for financial and accounting processes, ensuring consistency, minimising risk, and complying with statutory regulations. It applies to all permanent, temporary, contracted, casual and trainee employees, and volunteers.
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Scope
Budgeting process
Payments and imprest surrender
Revenue collection and banking
Control over accountable documents
Risk management and audit
02
Legal Considerations
Constitution of Kenya 2010
Public Finance Management Act 2012
International Accounting Standards (IAS)
Government of Kenya Financial Regulations
Kwale Tech Hub Constitution
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Governance
The Board oversees general financial administration. The Executive Director ensures lawful, authorised, effective and transparent use of resources. The Finance Committee — chaired by the Finance Manager and including the Accountant, an ED-appointed staff member and two Board members — handles annual budgets, periodic statements, investments, auditor selection, internal controls and financial policies.
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Financial Year & Currency
Functional currency is the Kenya Shilling (Ksh). Fiscal year runs 1st July to 30th June.
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Budget Process
The ED and Finance Manager present an annual operating budget draft to the Finance Committee 60 days before fiscal year-end. The Committee reviews and submits the final budget to the Board for approval.
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Approval Limits
Program payments below Ksh. 1,000,000 — Executive Director (within approved budget)
Program payments above Ksh. 1,000,000 — Board of Directors
Goods/services purchases under Ksh. 500,000 — Executive Director
Goods/services purchases over Ksh. 500,000 — Board of Directors
Purchases above Ksh. 30,000 — must follow procurement policy
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Payments
All payments require segregation of duties between preparation, approval and execution. Payment Vouchers are prepared, examined, authorised by the Finance Manager, approved by the ED, and recorded in the cashbook. The organisation encourages cheque and electronic payments over cash.
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Imprests
Temporary imprests fund official journeys and small procurements; standing imprests (petty cash) are replenished as spent. Officers must have no outstanding imprests, justify travel as cheapest option, and surrender within prescribed time.
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Revenue, Banking & Cheques
All revenue is collected against official source documents and banked promptly. Cheque books are held securely in Finance, recorded in registers and circulated to authorised signatories. Cash withdrawals require approval by the ED or authorised signatories.
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Reporting
Monthly bank reconciliations and management reports; quarterly expenditure reports; year-end consolidated financial statements per IAS.
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Risk & Audit
Risks are identified, assessed and reported. Internal audits follow an annual plan covering planning, execution and reporting; external audits supplement internal assurance.
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Record Retention
Accountable documents are retained for 10 years. Disposal is approved by an ED-appointed committee every 3 years.
For questions on this policy, contact
info@kwalehub.org
Policy
Finance Policy
The Finance and Internal Controls Manual provides a guide for financial and accounting processes, ensuring consistency, minimising risk, and complying with statutory regulations. It applies to all permanent, temporary, contracted, casual and trainee employees, and volunteers.
01
Scope
Budgeting process
Payments and imprest surrender
Revenue collection and banking
Control over accountable documents
Risk management and audit
02
Legal Considerations
Constitution of Kenya 2010
Public Finance Management Act 2012
International Accounting Standards (IAS)
Government of Kenya Financial Regulations
Kwale Tech Hub Constitution
03
Governance
The Board oversees general financial administration. The Executive Director ensures lawful, authorised, effective and transparent use of resources. The Finance Committee — chaired by the Finance Manager and including the Accountant, an ED-appointed staff member and two Board members — handles annual budgets, periodic statements, investments, auditor selection, internal controls and financial policies.
04
Financial Year & Currency
Functional currency is the Kenya Shilling (Ksh). Fiscal year runs 1st July to 30th June.
05
Budget Process
The ED and Finance Manager present an annual operating budget draft to the Finance Committee 60 days before fiscal year-end. The Committee reviews and submits the final budget to the Board for approval.
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Approval Limits
Program payments below Ksh. 1,000,000 — Executive Director (within approved budget)
Program payments above Ksh. 1,000,000 — Board of Directors
Goods/services purchases under Ksh. 500,000 — Executive Director
Goods/services purchases over Ksh. 500,000 — Board of Directors
Purchases above Ksh. 30,000 — must follow procurement policy
07
Payments
All payments require segregation of duties between preparation, approval and execution. Payment Vouchers are prepared, examined, authorised by the Finance Manager, approved by the ED, and recorded in the cashbook. The organisation encourages cheque and electronic payments over cash.
08
Imprests
Temporary imprests fund official journeys and small procurements; standing imprests (petty cash) are replenished as spent. Officers must have no outstanding imprests, justify travel as cheapest option, and surrender within prescribed time.
09
Revenue, Banking & Cheques
All revenue is collected against official source documents and banked promptly. Cheque books are held securely in Finance, recorded in registers and circulated to authorised signatories. Cash withdrawals require approval by the ED or authorised signatories.
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Reporting
Monthly bank reconciliations and management reports; quarterly expenditure reports; year-end consolidated financial statements per IAS.
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Risk & Audit
Risks are identified, assessed and reported. Internal audits follow an annual plan covering planning, execution and reporting; external audits supplement internal assurance.
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Record Retention
Accountable documents are retained for 10 years. Disposal is approved by an ED-appointed committee every 3 years.
For questions on this policy, contact
info@kwalehub.org