Governance
Makueni Development Trust (MADET) is guided by a governance structure that promotes accountability, transparency, and responsible leadership in advancing community-led development.
Governance Structure
Makueni Development Trust (MADET) operates under a governance structure designed to ensure strategic oversight, accountability, and transparency in its operations.
The organization is guided by a Board of Trustees that provides strategic direction, policy oversight, and governance leadership. The Board works closely with the Secretariat to ensure that programmes and activities align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
The Secretariat manages the day-to-day implementation of programmes and organizational operations, ensuring effective delivery of MADET’s initiatives across Makueni County.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees provides strategic oversight and ensures that MADET operates in line with its mission, governance principles, and legal obligations.

Simon Nzioka
Chairperson Simon Nzioka serves as the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees at Makueni Development Trust (MADET). He provides strategic leadership and governance oversight to ensure the organization remains aligned with its mission of promoting inclusive and community-led development in Makueni County.

Trustee
The Trustee contributes to strategic decision-making, policy oversight, and governance guidance to strengthen the organization’s impact and sustainability.

Trustee
The Trustee contributes to strategic decision-making, policy oversight, and governance guidance to strengthen the organization’s impact and sustainability.
Our Governance Principles
Transparency
MADET is committed to open and transparent management of resources and decision-making processes.
Accountability
The organization ensures responsible use of resources and accountability to communities, partners, and stakeholders.
Participation
MADET promotes inclusive participation and engagement of communities in shaping development priorities.
Commitment to Accountability
MADET upholds strong accountability standards through transparent financial management, monitoring and evaluation systems, and inclusive stakeholder engagement. The organization works to ensure that development initiatives respond to community priorities and deliver meaningful impact.
