Mr. John Mbugua is a senior development professional with over nine years of experience leading youth in education, health, and gender-focused programs across diverse contexts in Africa. John’s work has focused on strategic program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, grounded in a strong commitment to youth empowerment, social inclusion, and community resilience. John has provided leadership to multidisciplinary teams and community structures, ensuring strong alignment between organizational vision, country-level implementation, and regional priorities.

Education
He holds a Master’s in  Counseling Psychology from Africa Nazarene University.

Positions
  • Program Coordinator – Gender and Scholar Welfare, – Equity Bank Limited
  • Program Officer – Adolescents and Youth Programs, LVCT Health
  • Youth Counselor / Site in Charge, LVCT Health
  • Psychology Assistant, International Professional Counselors Center

Entry in The IYF
2026

IYF History
Regional Director,  Africa (2025- ), Member of the Executive Board (2025- ).