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About Us
We started OnCourse in late 2013 after identifying a lack of education, training and employment opportunities in Nakuru, Kenya which were tightening the grip of poverty on local communities. OnCourse began with the team spending time with a large number of people who were both capable and driven to improve their quality of life, but through no fault of their own, were unable to do so.
Countless people in these communities have their education cut short at a young age by financial pressures, and quickly find themselves with no employable skills and a lack of opportunities for them to gain these skills. Without employment or education, individuals are unable to generate a sustainable source of income or fully realise their own value as members of the community.
Some of the implications of this include:
A lack of income for basic healthcare and education;
Due to desperation and a lack of access to relevant information, individuals are often more likely to earn incomes through crime, prostitution and other socially undesirable methods; and
Individuals face a higher risk of substance abuse, suicide and other serious issues which can destroy households.
We started OnCourse to address these issues, and empower passionate people to create positive change in the world.
OnCourse is a registered charity in Australia and Kenya, based in Sydney, Australia.
OnCourse is also registered with the ATO as a Deductible Gift Recipient. All donations to OnCourse over $2 are tax deductible in Australia.
BOARD MEMBERS
JACK MANNIX
Jack is chairman of OnCourse and has resided in Nakuru, Kenya for 9 months where he has worked across a number of development projects, ranging from microfinance to running an orphanage. Prior to this Jack worked in institutional banking for several years, specifically on international trade. Jack holds a Masters of Economics (Econometrics) and is from Sydney, Australia.
Danielle Mannix
Danielle is vice-chairperson and oversees operations on the ground. After working in business administration for five years, Danielle moved to Nakuru, Kenya in mid 2013. Since then, Danielle has worked in demographic research studies and operational assistance across various development projects. Danielle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts (Economics) and is from Sydney, Australia.
Luke Franks
Luke is an organisational psychologist by education and a human resources professional by trade. Having worked at Westpac Group for the past 6 years he is practiced in creating and driving the people agenda for business groups. Of particular interest for Luke are leadership development, change management and strategic workforce planning.
Ben Middleton
Ben holds a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Philosophy. He has extensive experience across business and Technology, having worked at Westpac for 7 years in mobile apps, innovation and product management. Ben is currently the Director of IRL Education, a Sydney social enterprise teaching life skills courses to high school students.
HC Zhang
HC is a HR professional working at the Westpac Group for the past 6 years with a focus on talent development, change management and driving the people agenda. HC holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce Liberal Studies with majors in Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations and Accounting from the University of Sydney.
Raenuka Menon
Raenuka is a risk professional specialising in financial crime advisory. Her global and domestic experience covers anti-money laundering compliance and advisory, fraud risk advisory, anti-bribery and corruption and business process reviews. Raenuka holds a Bachelor of Business and Creative Industries with majors in International Business, Accounting and Media Communications.
THE BROADER TEAM
Marianne Njeri Kamau
Marianne is the newest addition to the OnCourse team and works as its Business Education and Microfinance Manager. Marianne has completed her CPA Studies and has worked within the Nakuru community for several years. She is a valued member of the OnCourse team and is highly revered by her students.
SHREYA SOOD
Shreya is a qualified CA who currently works as a finance professional with the Westpac Group. With almost 6 years of experience she is particularly passionate about financial analysis and strategy. In her free time she enjoys dancing as well as spending hours on puzzles! She holds a Bachelor of Accounting from the University of Technology, Sydney.
YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
100%
Of Funds RaiseD
100% of the funds we raise go directly to our operations in Kenya. No overheads, no administration, no waste.
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TRACEABLE
Donations are 100% traceable. If you'd like to know exactly where your money has gone, we will tell you.
Transparency
At OnCourse, we believe transparency is key to building trust with our stakeholders and remaining accountable to our stated objectives. We're also proud of the efficiency with which we achieve outcomes for our beneficiaries using the limited money we're able to raise.
As a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission, you can view our annual statements and financial reports online here.
We also take Anti Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing very seriously. Our Policy is published below for your reference.
OnCourse AML CTF and Sanctions Policy
Please get in touch with us at info@oncourse.org.au if you have any questions.