Our Director
Mr Theophile Elongo
Theophile serves as the Executive Director of ASSIDA. He has 17 years of experiences in working with humanitarian agencies and has worked in 5 countries around the world. Theophile believes that collective efforts can make the world a better place for everyone.
Administrator
Mr Paul Caesar
Having retired in 2017 after 40 years in the power generation industry, I am about a third of the way through a B A (International Aid & Development). Of particular concern to me is the inequitable spread of wealth throughout the world, and so it is a privilege for me to be able to support an organization like ASSIDA whose aims are to help in addressing the consequences of this problem.
Our SECRETARY
Ms Tinomudaishe Mercy Masukwedza
Mercy holds a Bachelor Degree in Sport and Exercise Management from the University of Technology Sydney. She has substantial experience in working in health and workers compensation assisting the most disadvantaged groups in society. She is passionate about health and providing help to those in need. At ASSIDA, she works as the Secretary supporting the Director and ASSIDA with administration duties
ASST. SECRETary
Ms Clementine Upendo
Clementine is a dedicated support worker with a Certificate III in Assistant Nursing (AIN) and a Diploma in Community Services (Case Management). She has extensive experience in the healthcare and disability sectors, providing compassionate care and support to individuals in need. Passionate about advocacy and community service, she is committed to making a positive impact in people’s lives. At ASSIDA, she serves as the Assistant Secretary, supporting the Director and the organization with administrative duties and operational tasks.
team Members
Dhivya Ramadhas
Web Designer
Dhivya Builds state-of-the-art, easy to use, user friendly web sites and applications. She actively seek out new technologies, and is up-to-date on industry trends and advancements. Continued education has allowed her to stay ahead of the curve and deliver exceptional work to each employer. Dhivya has completed a Bachelor of Computer Science Engineering from Dr.Sivanthi Aditanar College of Engineering 2005. With 4 years of hands-on experience she efficiently codes web sites and applications using modern HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Query and AngularJS,
Michael Yup
Trainer
Michael has completed a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies from UNSW and is currently working in the Financial Services Industry. He has previous volunteer experience with the St Vincent de Paul Society and also assisted with the implementation of the African Australian Inclusion Program at NAB where he was the Learning & Development Coordinator. Michael feels very lucky to have grown up in Australia and wants to help those less fortunate than himself.
Mr.Theodore Bikaya
Treasurer
Bianca Mogga
Volunteer
Hi, my name is Ms Bianca. I am a student at Macquarie University pursuing my Bachelor of Economics. I am also working with the African Sub-Sahara International Development Agency as international volunteer. One of my dream is to work as an international humanitarian staff with ASSIDA and eventually Amnesty International and one day the UN. I am concerned about the inequality of human lives in this world and believe with joint effort we are capable overcoming these challenges.
Ms Benigne Mujumbu
Volunteer
Ms Benigne is a full committed youth volunteer @African Sub Sahara International Development Agency (ASSIDA). She completed her high school at Miller Technology College. Then she moved to Miller TAFE where she is studying English for further study. She joined a friendly team of ASSIDA Volunteers in 2020.She has modern catering Skills. She caters for ASSIDA Cultural events, Youth, Women and elder’s Workshops. Her dreams are to go to university and gain more professional skills and apply to become ASSIDA Volunteer Coordinator or Case Worker. Ben believes that inequities in human life exist and can be addressed through our joint efforts.
Dr Mylene Valdez
Volunteer
Dr Mylene is a foreign dental surgeon. She has completed a Bachelor of Science in Australia, as well as a CNA Licence Nurse in Washington USA, and Certificate III in Assistant nursing for aged care (NSW, Australia). DR Mylene has also worked in the Salvation Army in Australia and New Zealand (specialising in community services), as well as working in IHC Incorp Ltd in New Zealand as a community support worker for the handicapped and disabled people
Ms Awezaye Mapenzi
Volunteer
Branch directors
Mussa Kyemo
South Australia, Australia
Wilondja Nicolas
Republic of Burundi
Linda Heri
Manchester, England
Lweya Lwesso
Democratic Republic of Congo