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Mr. Josiah A. Moriasi, MBS
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Josiah A. Moriasi is currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration. He holds an MBA in Management and Finance from Kenyatta University, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Mathematics from Egerton University, and a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management. Mr. Moriasi is a Certified Secretary and Investment Analyst (CSIA) as well as a Certified Public Secretary (CPS). He joined YEDF as CEO in November 2016, bringing with him experience in Corporate Governance, Performance Management, Human Relations and Development, Change Management, Investment, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Pension Scheme Management, Guidance and Counselling, Democracy and Governance, and Corporate Leadership. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Moriasi worked with the Lake Victoria South Water Services Board in various capacities, including serving as the Chief Manager of Corporate Planning.
Ms. Judy C. Chelang’at Kimeto
Manager, Product Development
Ms. Kimeto oversees lending, the core programme of the Fund. She holds Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration as well as an MBA. She is currently pursuing professional courses in finance and accounts. She has also attended numerous courses in credit management and in general management. She has extensive experience in micro finance, including group preparation, lending and recovery. She is also a qualified trainer of trainers (TOT), and an expert in portfolio management. Before joining the Fund, Judy was a unit manager at the Kenya Women Finance Trust.
Mr. Benson Muthendi
Corporate Communications Manager
Mr. Muthendi is a co-founder of the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), established in 2007. He possesses extensive expertise in youth development, community engagement, and outreach, holding his current position since August 2008. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Education from Moi University, Diplomas in Public Relations and Management, and a Certificate in Communication and Learning Technologies from Aharon Ofri, Israel. He is currently completing a Master’s degree in Rural Sociology and Community Development.
Mr. Muthendi’s professional experience encompasses leadership roles such as Head of Communication and Training at the Kenya Institute of Education, where he also served as a radio and television program scriptwriter and producer. He further contributed as the Communication and Community Mobilization Officer for the GOK/UNICEF ILFE project in Northern Kenya. Mr. Muthendi’s commitment to youth development extends to volunteer work with several youth mentorship programs, including the St. John Ambulance Brigade and the President’s Award Kenya.
Mr. Benedict Atavachi
Ag. Director Corporate Services
Mr. Atavachi holds an MBA (Finance option) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounts) from the University of Nairobi. He is a Certified Public Accountant, CPA (K) and has attended numerous short courses in finance, accounting, risk management, leadership and corporate governance. Mr. Atavachi has over 20 years’ experience in accounts and financial management. He previously worked at the Kenya Utalii College.
Mr. Dennis Bebora
Human Resource and Administration Manager
Mr. Bebora is a highly accomplished Human Resources (HR) professional and certified mediator with over ten years of experience in progressively senior roles. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management, and a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management, complemented by extensive professional development in HR and public administration.
Joining YEDF in December 2024 as Human Resource and Administration Manager, Mr. Bebora brings a proven track record of success in leading HR teams to develop and implement impactful policies, programs, and strategies. His expertise includes cultivating a positive and responsive employee-centric work environment and providing strategic leadership. His previous experience encompasses senior positions at the Kenya Ports Authority Pension Scheme, Kenya Ferry Services, Kenya Petroleum Refineries Ltd, and AMREF Kenya.