The Chairman
The Rt. Rev'd
Charles Ochieng Ong'injo
Chairman, Board of Directors
"Serving with integrity, leading with purpose, and uplifting the vulnerable with dignity."
Biography
The bishop is a holder of a Master of Arts in Religion from Maseno University and a Bachelor's of Divinity from St. Paul's University. Presently, he serves as the Diocesan Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Maseno South and was previously the Vicar General of the same Diocese. His pastoral journey has also included roles as an Archdeacon, a Rural Dean, and a Vicar responsible for Pastoral and Parochial duties, as well as a Theological Education by Extension Trainer.
His commitment to community service is extensive. He has served as Vice Chairman of the Kisumu County Education Board, a member of the Kisumu West Technical Committee on HIV/AIDS, a member of the Probation and After Care Committee, a member of the Court Users' Committee at Maseno Law Courts, and a Presiding Officer for the Electoral Commission of Kenya. He has also contributed his leadership to various Boards of Management for schools, including Maseno Girls Boarding, Chulaimbo Secondary School, Wagwer Secondary School, and Maseno School for the Deaf.
Bishop Charles spearheaded the establishment of All Saints Academy Primary School, a successful Church venture dedicated to modeling students using the Gospel. He also serves as Chairman of the Global Faith Partnership, an Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) student feeding project that enables students to feed well and concentrate on their studies.
Board Leadership: As Chairman of the ADS Nyanza Board of Directors, Bishop Charles brings decades of leadership experience, spiritual wisdom, and governance expertise to guide the organization's strategic direction and ensure faithful execution of its mission to serve vulnerable communities across the Nyanza region.
Public Service
- Vice Chairman – Kisumu County Education Board
- Member – Kisumu West Technical Committee on HIV/AIDS
- Member – Probation & After Care Committee
- Member – Court Users' Committee, Maseno Law Courts
- Presiding Officer – Electoral Commission of Kenya
Education Leadership
School Boards:
- Maseno Girls Boarding
- Chulaimbo Secondary School
- Wagwer Secondary School
- Maseno School for the Deaf
Founder & Chairman: All Saints Academy Primary School
A successful Church venture modeling students using the Gospel
Chairman: Global Faith Partnership
OVC student feeding project enabling students to thrive academically
Chairman's Commitment to ADS Nyanza
As Chairman of the Board of Directors, Bishop Charles provides strategic direction, ensures robust governance practices, and champions the organization's mission to serve vulnerable communities. His leadership combines spiritual discernment with practical wisdom, fostering a board culture of collaboration, integrity, and impactful decision-making.
