Our Team

James Sulaiman Fofanah

Founder and Executive Director

James Sulaiman Fofanah is the Founder and Executive Director of Seed Thrift & Credit Society. He is a seasoned development and public health professional. He has over twenty years of experience designing, managing, and strengthening NGO programs in Sierra Leone and across West Africa.

James holds a Master of Science Degree in Development Training and Education. He brings extensive expertise in strategy development, systems strengthening, performance monitoring, social protection, and community-based programming. His work spans youth development, gender equality, livelihoods, business development services, public health, social and behavior change, and risk communication.

Throughout his career, he has worked effectively with government ministries. He has also engaged with multilateral and bilateral donors, private sector partners, civil society, and community groups. His leadership approach emphasizes organizational development, strong governance, results-based management, and community empowerment.

As Founder and Executive Director of Seed Thrift & Credit Society, James provides technical leadership in systems building. He focuses on policy development and strategic planning. He also engages in resource mobilization, board governance, and monitoring and evaluation. His vision drives the Society’s mission to promote economic empowerment and social protection for women and girls in Sierra Leone.

Abdul Konadi Kamara

Co-Founder, Savings & Loan Director

Abdul Konadi Kamara is a dedicated and compassionate microfinance specialist. He has over five years of experience supporting economically vulnerable women by providing access to micro-loans and financial empowerment opportunities. His work is rooted in a strong commitment to poverty reduction, community resilience, and expanding financial inclusion for undeserved populations.

As Savings & Loan Director at SEED Society, Abdul brings hands-on expertise in designing savings and loan programs. He excels in managing and monitoring initiatives that respond to the needs of low-income communities. He is highly skilled in evaluating borrower needs. He facilitates responsible lending. He ensures sustainable repayment structures that strengthen both household stability and community growth.

Abdul combines practical microfinance experience with academic grounding. He is pursuing a degree in Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sierra Leone. This enhances his capacity to apply data-driven approaches to financial planning, risk assessment, and program performance analysis. His ability to use statistical insights to strengthen loan management systems adds significant value to SEED’s financial services portfolio.

Abdul is known for his teamwork, integrity, and motivational leadership. He excels at building trust with clients. He collaborates effectively with staff. Abdul creates an encouraging environment for individuals striving toward financial independence. His friendly, direct, and people-centered approach fosters strong relationships and supports borrowers in achieving long-term economic empowerment.

Abdul Konadi Kamara is deeply committed to SEED Society’s mission. He ensures that savings and loan services are delivered responsibly, transparently, and with compassion. These efforts help vulnerable families build secure livelihoods and brighter futures.

George Reginald Freeman Browne

Grants & Advocacy Director

George Reginald Freeman Browne is a dedicated educator, heartivist, and feminist. He is also a researcher and human rights defender. He has over 10 years of experience advancing the rights and wellbeing of marginalized communities. He has a strong foundation in grant strategy, community empowerment, and social justice advocacy. He brings a results-driven and compassionate approach to his role. He serves as the Grants & Advocacy Director at Seed Thrift & Credit Society.

George has a rich background in grantmaking and organizational development. He previously served the Pollination Project for four years as a Grants Advisor. He then advanced to the role of Grants, Community & Non-Financial Resources Manager. In these positions, he supported grassroots changemakers globally. He strengthened equitable funding systems. He led initiatives to ensure transparent, community-centered resource distribution.

His expertise spans comprehensive grant cycle management, donor engagement, compliance, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation. He excels in aligning financial resources with organizational priorities. He cultivates strategic partnerships. He develops advocacy initiatives that elevate community voices and foster inclusive development.

Beyond grant leadership, George provides capacity building. He offers technical assistance and moral support to African asylum seekers and refugees. His efforts extend across Spain, Belgium, France, and several countries within the European Union. Since 2014, he has worked closely with the UNHCR Catalan Committee. He is a champion and motivational speaker for the “We Listen to Refugees” awareness-raising campaign. His research on refugees, immigrants, sexual and reproductive health, and LGBTQI rights spans Africa and Europe. It informs his advocacy. It also strengthens his commitment to evidence-based programming.

George deeply believes in the power of grassroots action and community-driven change. He brings a holistic, equity-focused perspective to advancing Seed Thrift & Credit Society’s grantmaking. He also supports advocacy efforts.

Kamusu H. Koroma

Communications and Digital Marketing Director

Kamusu H. Koroma is the Communications and Digital Marketing Director at SEED Thrift & Credit Society. In this role, he leads the organization’s overall communication strategy. He also manages the digital presence and public engagement initiatives. In this role, he oversees website development and digital marketing campaigns. Additionally, he is responsible for content creation and storytelling efforts. These efforts showcase the impact of SEED’s work across communities.

Kamusu manages the SEED Voice storytelling system. He coordinates multimedia production. He drives the organization’s online visibility to strengthen community engagement. His work builds stakeholder trust and enhances donor relations. His expertise spans communication strategy, digital systems management, copywriting, multimedia production, brand development, and social media leadership.

He ensures consistent and compelling brand messaging across all communication channels. He plays a central role in shaping SEED Thrift’s public identity. Kamusu strengthens the organization’s credibility through his work. He supports growth. He positions SEED Thrift & Credit Society as a trusted, community-focused institution. The institution is committed to empowering women, girls, and vulnerable groups.

Princess Elliot

Operations & Programs Director

Princess Elliot is a highly dynamic and results-oriented leader. She has more than a decade of experience in operations management, program oversight, and organizational strengthening. Her expertise spans the public health and social impact sectors. In her role as Operations & Programs Director at SEED Society, she uses a strategic approach. She also focuses on systems to ensure the seamless implementation, coordination, and growth of SEED’s programs.

Princess is deeply committed to gender mainstreaming. She focuses on social inclusion. She builds strong prevention and response systems that empower communities and improve wellbeing. Her track record of delivering high-quality program outcomes is grounded in her ability to design efficient operational structures. She leads multidisciplinary teams and drives process improvements. These improvements enhance organizational performance.

She excels in overseeing complex programs, optimizing resources, and aligning program activities with SEED’s mission, strategic priorities, and donor expectations. Her expertise includes multi-sectoral coordination, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She has extensive experience building productive partnerships with government ministries, donors, NGOs, and community networks.

Princess is highly skilled in community engagement and capacity building. She excels in facilitating cross-sector collaboration. Her efforts advance sustainable development and create stronger health systems. She is recognized for her operational excellence. Her leadership acumen ensures that SEED’s programs remain impactful. They are accountable and responsive to the evolving needs of the communities they serve. Princess Elliot is dedicated to inclusive, people-centered development. She drives SEED’s operational and programmatic vision ahead. She strengthens systems, empowers vulnerable populations, and contributes to long-term, fair change.

Sheik Idriss Koroma

Treasurer & Finance Director

Sheik Idriss Koroma is a seasoned Finance and Management professional. He has over 20 years of experience in the private sector and the non-profit industry. Sheik is a dedicated Sierra Leonean national. He now serves in senior finance and organizational leadership roles in Sierra Leone. He has a strong commitment to advancing excellence in institutional governance and financial stewardship.

Sheik is a results-oriented team leader and collaborator. He is passionate about strengthening coordination between finance and non-finance functions. This ensures efficient resource utilization and prompt, high-quality reporting. It also fosters strong accountability to donors, partners, and beneficiaries. His work reflects a deep commitment to empowering organizations to run with transparency, sustainability, and measurable impact.

He holds a Master of Science degree in Accounting and Finance. He continues to pursue professional growth in areas like financial analysis and financial services. He also focuses on project and programme management, procurement management, forecasting, and budgeting. His extensive experience includes working with a diverse range of international donors and development partners. These include Christian Aid UK, Bread for the World Germany, World Bank, and the Government of Sierra Leone. Other partners are Comic Relief, UNCDF, EU, and USAID. Additionally, he has collaborated with Heifer Netherlands, Heifer International, Development Fund of Norway, and IFAD. His experience also covers DfID, GIZ, CARE Malawi, Tools for Self Reliance (TFSR), and Commonwealth Foundation. Moreover, he has worked with several church-based organizations.

Sheik’s core competencies include Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting. His skills also cover Internal Controls, Procurement, and Strategic Planning. Additionally, he excels in Business Analysis, Project Design and Implementation, and Monitoring. Grants and Fund Management, Human Resource Management, Microfinance Operations, and Portfolio Management are part of his skill set. His broader areas of skills include Programme and Operations Management and Corporate Social Responsibility. He is also skilled in Crisis and Change Management, Risk Management, and Coaching and Mentoring. Additionally, his skill covers Gender Mainstreaming and HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming. These skills show his holistic leadership approach and commitment to inclusive development. Sheik brings to SEED a wealth of financial, organizational, and strategic skills. He also has a strong passion for empowering communities. He is dedicated to strengthening systems that allow sustainable growth.