Transformation and transitions

As 2023 draws to a close, I have been reflecting on the journey.? We continue to strengthen our membership and our board.? In June we welcomed Roberts Muganzi as Chief Operating Officer - the best hire ever!? These changes are the building blocks for the ongoing transformation from a small? “family run” NGO to a compliant high performing “sports team.”??

The metaphor of turning a ship around resonates here. Changing a ship's course at sea requires time, strategy and dedication.? It's not an overnight process. ? The ship's captain needs to understand the currents and winds to navigate effectively, organisational leaders need to comprehend the current state of the organisation and what is needed to navigate the winds and waves.? They must adapt their strategies and direction to align with the prevailing conditions, prioritising certain tasks over others, understanding that there is a progressional effect to actions taken.

Commitment and resilience are vital. Challenges and resistance are inevitable. Staying dedicated to the transformation is essential.? A supportive team, akin to a ship's crew, is indispensable; continually nurturing trust and respect.

What has been the most challenging 18 months of my career has also turned out to be the most transformative both personally and professionally.? And as The Kilimanjaro Project (Kijani Pamoja) stands on the precipice of growth and scale, I am more convinced than ever that we will succeed.? As the Founder and Executive Director of Kijani Pamoja, my goal is to demonstrate to our partners (board, employees, donors and stakeholders) that we have a clear navigational plan, well-defined purpose and strategy. We are prepared for all weather, ready to adjust our sails, or our course if necessary.

THANK YOUs!

A huge thank you to The Nature Conservancy and the AFCC team (Kevin Juma Charlie Langan Justine Gwegime) and the TNC global carbon markets team for believing in us and continuing to commit to this exciting journey together.? To TIST

(Suzanne Holmberg and Kevin Martin, PhD) we love co-creating with you, and look forward to 2024 to see how the TIST DIY model blossoms and grows. ? And there are more, those who have stood in the wings, championing us, encouraging us, believing in us.??

We look forward to building dynamic active partnerships in 2024! Join us!

David Tarimo and the CEOrt PwC Tanzania (we look forward to planting with you this rainy season) Tanzania Bankers Association(TBA) Jose D. Moran (ABinBEV) Wild Frontiers - Sanjay Rughani, Nabaki Afrika Axum

Watch this space for some exciting announcements coming up in early December!