OCE has a seven member board that holds positions for three years. The board is delegated by the general assembly to manage the affairs of OCE. They possess a mandate to give strategic direction, approve work plans and budgets, and give oversight in the implementation of programs.
Board Chair
Mr. Batte Tadeo
Retired civil servant- Deputy District Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) with varsity experience in decentralised local government operations.
Vice Chair
Mr. Kyeyune Soweed
Senior District Community Development Officer- Lyantonde District. Experience in community development and gender mainstreaming.
Board Secretary
Mr. Wasswa Achilles Kawooya
Executive Director of the Organisation for Community Empowerment, 2016- present. Professional background in academics and teaching. Holds expertise and experience in NGO work, humanitarian assistance, human rights advocacy, and project administration.
Board Treasurer
Hon. Pauline Kyaka Ngabirano
Member of Parliament in Uganda for Lyantonde District, 2016-2021. Professional background in academics & teaching.
Board Member
Mr. Sserukeera Jackson
Community local leader and the Chairperson Local Council III for Kinuuka Subcounty, Lyantonde District. Vast experience in community development and NGO work.
Board Member
Mr. Lauben Mwetwere
Program Manager at Finn Church Aid (FCA), Uganda; humanitarian development work specialist with varsity experience in NGO work.
Board Member
Rev. Joseph Kyakuwa
Priest of Namabale Parish (in-charge of schools), Masaka Diocese.