James Odhiambo is a social advocate, lawyer, writer, and youth leadership development enthusiast. He graduated from the University of Nairobi School of Law with honours and the Kenya School of Law with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law. James has a deep passion for community and social impact.

As a Millennium Fellowship alumnus and Peace First Grantee, James has demonstrated a deep commitment to social justice and human rights. He has founded multiple social impact initiatives, including Kumbuka and Pamoja for Turkana, and has been recognized with the King Constantine’s medal for Rendering Service Above Self among others.

James's long-term career goal is to work at the nexus of law, international policy, and social impact to make a lasting impact on the world. He is committed to becoming a leading African voice for positive change in the years ahead.

As Chief of Staff James plays a pivotal role in supporting the Executive Director and ensuring the seamless execution of MCN's programs. He helps drive organizational alignment, manage cross-functional projects, and foster collaboration across teams to ensure strategic priorities are met. The Chief of Staff also streamlines communication between leadership and stakeholders, oversees programmatic implementation, and provides operational leadership to enhance MCN's global impact in advancing the SDGs.