Executive Working Group
Get to know the hardworking individuals behind IHS-BiRD & L
Bem Max Nomor, CMC, FIMC, MHSN, DFIHS
Founding President/ Executive Director
Serves as the chief coordinator and visionary leader of the institute
Judith Bagidi, CMC, FIMC, FIHS
Director of Outreach & Inclusion
Drives the institute’s commitment to inclusivity, national reach, and the representation of marginalized voices.
BARR. Vershima Jillah
Director of Compliance & Policy
Ensures legal and ethical compliance and leads policy formulation.
Rebecca Tor, ACA
Director of Finance and Statutory Affairs
Oversees finance and compliance with statutory financial obligations.
Mfena Kaase
Co-Director of Technology & Digital Archives
Oversees user experience, frontend systems, and public digital platforms.
Peter Ojoh
Co-Director of Technology & Digital Archives
Oversees Backend Systems, Infrastructure & Digital Preservation
David Kiekwe
Co-Director of Technology & Digital Archives
Oversees cybersecurity, data protection, and platform integrity.