Local problems deserve a local solution
Mobility for opportunity — distributing bicycles to community workers so they can reach the families who need them most.
Clean water, every village
Drilling boreholes and building durable water systems with local technicians.
Rebuilding with dignity
Delivering shelter materials and tools so households can recover and thrive.
Working alongside communities to build resilience and hope.
UNIDOR is a South Sudanese organization delivering humanitarian and development assistance across nine thematic areas — from primary healthcare and nutrition to peacebuilding and climate adaptation.
With more than two decades of operational experience and a network of trusted local and international partners, we work where the need is greatest.
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TWO DECADES OF FAITH-LED IMPACT
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A legacy written alongside the communities we serve.
The History Behind Us
A South Sudanese faith-based organisation, registered and trusted — growing with communities for over two decades.
Universal Intervention and Development Organisation (UNIDOR) is a South Sudanese Faith Based Organization founded and registered on 22nd April 2004. The organisation was originally registered as Upper Nile Initiative and Development Organisation (UNIDO).
UNIDOR is legally registered in South Sudan with the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) under registration number 182, in accordance with the South Sudan NGOs Act 2016.
UNIDOR is a member of multiple networks and forums including the South Sudan NGOs Forum, the Global Network for Civil Society and Disaster Reduction (GNDR), Charter for Change (C4C), the NEAR Network, and the Local Response Pull Fund (LRPF).
Across working clusters, UNIDOR is an active member of Health, Nutrition, Child Protection, Education, WASH and FSL clusters — including the Strategic Advisory Group (SAG). UNIDOR is a multisectoral implementing organisation across the nine thematic areas shown below.
Vision, Mission & Core Values
The philosophy that guides every programme we implement. Hover or tap a card to reveal more.
Philosophy
Building resilient communities
Vision
To be a partner of choice in community transformation
Mission
To alleviate suffering, mitigate humanitarian crises and build resilient communities
Core Values
- Faith in GOD
- Partnership
- Transformation
- Accountability and transparency
- Neutrality
Accountable leadership, locally led
UNIDOR is governed by a distinguished Board of Directors who provide strategic oversight and guidance to the organization. The Board comprises professionals with diverse expertise in humanitarian affairs, development, law, and community transformation.
The day-to-day operations are managed by the Senior Management Team (SMT), who are responsible for the implementation of UNIDOR's programmes and strategic objectives.
UNIDOR Board of Directors
| S/No | Name in Full | Sex | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Isaac Yak (PhD) | M | Chairperson - BoD |
| 2. | Dr Makena Kaburu (PhD) | F | Vice Chairperson |
| 3. | James Keah (PhD Candidate) | M | Secretary General and Executive Director |
| 4. | Mr Robert Borter (PhD Candidate) | M | Treasurer |
| 5. | Mrs Margaret Mathew (PhD Candidate) | F | Member |
| 6. | Dr Agum Riny (PhD) | F | Member |
| 7. | Counsel Simon Tang (LLM) | M | Member |
UNIDOR Senior Management Team (SMT)
| S/No | Name in Full | Sex | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | James Keah Ninrew | M | Executive Director |
| 2. | James Buom Puot | M | Head of Programme |
| 3. | John Kong Kuol | M | Director of Operation |
| 4. | William Nyuon Riak | M | Finance Manager |
| 5. | Samuel Ajak Thiong | M | HR Manager |
Founder Members
James Keah
John Kong Kuol
Kennedy Wanyonyi
Malakal Gatluak
Francine Derinke
UNIDOR Government Line Ministries
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UNIDOR Funding Partners 2026-2027
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Stand with the communities we serve.
Your support funds boreholes, classrooms, clinics and livelihoods across South Sudan.
Compassion. Action. Resilience.
A South Sudanese national, faith-based humanitarian and resilient non-governmental organisation.
Our Mission
UNIDOR exists to deliver lifesaving assistance and durable development outcomes to communities across South Sudan. We integrate emergency response with long-term programmes so families don't just survive – they thrive.
Our Approach
We work through nine thematic areas, partnering with local communities, government and global institutions. Our locally-led model means decisions are made closest to the people we serve.
INTEGRITY
Transparent in every dollar spent.
LOCALITY
Led by South Sudanese voices.
IMPACT
Measured by outcomes, not outputs.
A national, faith-based organisation for every community.
We are a South Sudanese national and faith-based humanitarian and resilient non-governmental organisation. We work in partnership and collaboration with government line ministries, as well as United Nations funding partners, international and national organisations, faith-based organisations, civil societies, and community-based organisations.
Explore our programmesTWO DECADES OF FAITH-LED IMPACT
Registered on 22nd April 2004, UNIDOR has grown from the Upper Nile Initiative and Development Organisation into a multisectoral implementing organisation trusted across South Sudan.
The History Behind Us
Universal Intervention and Development Organisation (UNIDOR) is a South Sudanese Faith Based Organization founded and registered on 22nd April 2004. The organisation was originally registered as Upper Nile Initiative and Development Organisation (UNIDO).
UNIDOR is legally registered in South Sudan with the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) under registration number 182, in accordance with the South Sudan NGOs Act 2016.
UNIDOR is a member of multiple networks and forums including the South Sudan NGOs Forum, the Global Network for Civil Society and Disaster Reduction (GNDR), Charter for Change (C4C), the NEAR Network, and the Local Response Pull Fund (LRPF).
Across working clusters, UNIDOR is an active member of Health, Nutrition, Child Protection, Education, WASH and FSL clusters — including the Strategic Advisory Group (SAG). UNIDOR is a multisectoral implementing organisation across the nine thematic areas shown below.
Locally led, globally partnered
UNIDOR is a member of the Localisation partner in South Sudan under the Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA) through a project called South Joined Responses (SSJR), in which the following are the DRA international partners:
DRA International Partners
- Help a Child
- Save the Children
- Care international
- TEAR fund
- Plan international
- War Child Holland
- ZOA/DORCAST
National Partners
- Universal intervention and development organisation (UNIDOR) — Country local advisory group (LAG) Chairperson at the global level, as well as Co-lead
- Association Christian Resources Organisation Serving Sudan (ACROSS)
- Charity Empowerment Foundation (CEF)
- Coalition for Humanity (CH)
- Aids Link Organisation (ALO) — Women lead organisation
- Women Development Group (WDG) — Women lead organisation
- South Sudan Widow Orphan Charity Organisation (SSWOCO)
- African Development Aids (ADA)
Founder Members
James Keah
John Kong Kuol
Kennedy Wanyonyi
Malakal Gatluak
Francine Derinke
Stand with the communities we serve.
Your support funds boreholes, classrooms, clinics and livelihoods across South Sudan.
Our Programs
Nine integrated programme areas designed to meet communities where they are — from emergency response to long-term resilience.
Geographical Coverage
Universal Intervention and Development Organisation (UNIDOR) has no geographical limitation; however, the only limitation is a lack of funding.
UNIDOR has implemented projects in most parts of South Sudan States, Administrative areas, counties, and Payams.
In Central Equatoria State (JUBA), UNIDOR has its headquarters for operations in the country and beyond. In Unity State, UNIDOR has a presence and implements projects in Leer, Manyandit, Panyijar, Koch, Guit and Rubkona.
Thematic areas of impact
Nine integrated programme areas designed to meet communities where they are.
Stand with the communities we serve.
Your support funds boreholes, classrooms, clinics and livelihoods across South Sudan.
UNIDOR Governance
Strategic oversight by a distinguished Board of Directors; day-to-day leadership by the Senior Management Team.
UNIDOR is governed by a distinguished Board of Directors who provide strategic oversight and guidance to the organization. The Board comprises professionals with diverse expertise in humanitarian affairs, development, law, and community transformation.
The day-to-day operations are managed by the Senior Management Team (SMT), who are responsible for the implementation of UNIDOR's programmes and strategic objectives.
1) Board of Directors (BOD)
The highest organ of the organization. The Chair of the Board holds the supreme authority unless the majority of the board members vote otherwise. The Board is comprised of seven (7) members: the Chairperson, the Vice Chairperson, the Secretary General (who is also the Executive Director of the organization), the Treasurer, and three (3) Members.
2) Senior Management Team (SMT)
Day-to-day leadership and supervision. The SMT is the second-highest organ in the organization, monitoring and supervising daily activities. The field-based management team comprises each base manager and sector head; each base maintains a crisis management committee led by the base manager, reporting to the Director of Operations.
UNIDOR Board of Directors
| S/No | Name in Full | Sex | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Isaac Yak (PhD) | M | Chairperson - BoD |
| 2. | Dr Makena Kaburu (PhD) | F | Vice Chairperson |
| 3. | James Keah (PhD Candidate) | M | Secretary General and Executive Director |
| 4. | Mr Robert Borter (PhD Candidate) | M | Treasurer |
| 5. | Mrs Margaret Mathew (PhD Candidate) | F | Member |
| 6. | Dr Agum Riny (PhD) | F | Member |
| 7. | Counsel Simon Tang (LLM) | M | Member |
UNIDOR Senior Management Team (SMT)
| S/No | Name in Full | Sex | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | James Keah Ninrew | M | Executive Director |
| 2. | James Buom Puot | M | Head of Programme |
| 3. | John Kong Kuol | M | Director of Operation |
| 4. | William Nyuon Riak | M | Finance Manager |
| 5. | Samuel Ajak Thiong | M | HR Manager |
Philosophy, Vision, Mission & Core Values
Philosophy
Building resilient communities
Vision
To be a partner of choice in community transformation
Mission
To alleviate suffering, mitigate humanitarian crises and build resilient communities
Core Values
- Faith in GOD
- Partnership
- Transformation
- Accountability and transparency
- Neutrality
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UNIDOR — SOUTH SUDAN
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Stand with the communities we serve.
Your support funds boreholes, classrooms, clinics and livelihoods across South Sudan.
Give with confidence
UNIDOR is accountable and transparent in every dollar spent — registered with the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) under number 182, and guided by our Value for Money, Fraud and Anti-Corruption policies.
Ways to give
Corporate partnership, in-kind support, or direct donation — contact our Executive Director at ed@unidorss.org or call +211 917088006 / +211 927394926 / +254 722304348 to arrange your contribution.