Hon. Nasri Sahal Ibrahim - Chairperson
Hon. Nasri Sahal Ibrahim brings over 40 years of dedicated community leadership in Kenya’s arid North-Eastern region. Currently serving as Chairperson of the Northern Water Works Development Agency since 2023, she leverages extensive experience in governance, gender empowerment, and grassroots development to advance sustainable water resource management in underserved communities. A native of Wajir County, Hon. Sahal began her career as a teacher before earning a diploma and bachelor’s degree in Business Management from East African University. She transitioned into politics, serving as a Nominated Member of the Wajir County Assembly (2013–2017) and later as a Member of the National Assembly (2017–2022), representing marginalized groups under the FORD–Kenya party. Throughout her career, Hon. Sahal has championed women’s empowerment, youth inclusion, and equitable development, initiating impactful projects that improve access to clean water, promote girls’ education, and support women’s economic empowerment. Her leadership and advocacy continue to shape policies focused on resilience, infrastructure investment, and inclusive governance in Kenya’s arid regions.
Dr. John Ltalipen Lekuton - Director
Dr. John Ltalipen Lekuton is a Board Member. He is currently the Chair of Technical committee. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Economics & Development; M.A in Economics- (Monetary and Fiscal Policy) and Bachelor of Economics - (Summa Cum laude) from Howard University, Washington D.C. He is experienced economist with good grasp of economic and Financial matters. He is also exposed and conversant with how policies are formulated and implemented by the parliament of Kenya. His areas of interest are in regional integration, economic security, community and Youth development, Micro and small enterprises and HIV/AIDS prevention. He is a Member of Diplomacy Scholars Association of Kenya (DIPSAK). Currently, Dr. Lekuton is a lecturer at the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies, University of Nairobi.
Hon. Elias Bare Shill - Director
Hon. Elias Bare Shill is a Board Member. He is currently the Chair of Finance and Resource Mobilisation committee. He has over 48 years of experience in leadership and as a political activist in the North Eastern part of Kenya. He started his working life as a Teacher after graduating from Kagumo Teachers Training College with a certificate in Teaching. Additionally, he pursued a Bachelors Degree in Education from University of London. He later joined politics and had served as a Member of Parliament for Fafi Constituency serving under the Kenya National Assembly.
Mr. Osman Abdi Sirat - Director
Mr. Osman Abdi Sirat is a Board Member. He is currently the Chair of audit and risk committee. He has over 46 years of experience in teaching and administration. He started his working life as a Teacher after graduating from St. Mary’s Teachers Training College with a certificate in Teaching. Additionally, he pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Teacher Education from Bristol University and Msc. Education Management from Ulster University. He worked as an Assistant Director in charge of Youth and environment, youth and gender, and later as a Deputy Principal at Thika college of Sharia and Islamic studies from 2011 to 2013. He later joined Umma University and served as a Registrar from 2013 to 2016.
Miss Christine Chepkoech Kibet - Director
Miss Christine Chepkoech Kibet is a Board Member. She is currently the Chair of Human Resource committee. She has over 15 years of experience in management, administration and as dedicated Human Resource generalist responsible for oversight in County Public service. She started her working life as a Board Member at Namoe Sacco after graduating from Karatina University with a Bachelor’s in Business Management. Additionally, she holds Master’s degree in Business Administration from Kenya Methodist university. She worked as a Trainer on Organizational capacity building at DCDC Laikipia North and as an Administrator at Mt Kenya Baptist school. She is currently working as a member in the Public Service Board in Laikipia County and also as a member in several committees at National Forum level representing Laikipia County Government to date.
Mr. James Sitieney - Director
Mr. James Sitieney is an Inspectorate of State Corporation representative to the Agency.
Mr. Gichangi Wotuku - Director
Mr. Gichangi Wotuku is the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation’s representative to the Agency.
Mr. Benson Giuthua - Director
Mr. Benson Giuthua is the Cabinet Secretary of The National Treasury representative to the Agency.
CPA Andrew Rage Eysimkele – CEO
CPA Andrew Rage Eysimkele has over 15 years’ experience in public sector, in the fields of Finance, Accounting, Auditing and Management. He previously held the position of Finance & Administration Manager before being appointed as the acting CEO of the institution a position he held until his appointment as the CEO. Before joining the Agency, he has worked with the National Treasury for over 5 years as an Accountant and prior to that as a Postal Officer with Postal Corporation of Kenya. He holds MBA Finance from Kenyatta University and a Bachelor of Business Management, Finance and Banking option from Karatina University. He is a CPA (K) holder and a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing. He is also a graduate of CIFA and a registered member of the Institute of Certified Investment and Financial Analyst. He has also attended several courses, workshops, seminars and trainings.