Pettie Nyaga — Founder & Executive Director, GIE–Volunteer Programme
Pettie Nyaga (“Connecting the world through service, culture, and compassion.”) is a passionate finance and administration professional with over 15 years of experience in organizational management and social impact leadership. She brings a wealth of expertise from her 7+ years leading a successful Global Volunteer Programme at ActionAid International Kenya, where she connected international volunteers with transformative community experiences. At GIE–Kenya, Pettie combines her financial acumen, strategic vision, and deep commitment to youth empowerment to create meaningful opportunities for global exchange, learning, and sustainable development. Her inclusive leadership style inspires trust, collaboration, and creativity — empowering volunteers and local communities to work together in building a fairer, more connected world.