Who we are

A passionate group of individuals committed to unlocking the potential of students in underserved communities by empowering school leaders to run outstanding schools.

Our team brings together a wealth of experience, expertise and great respect for the education profession. Our Head of Programmes is a proud ILI graduate herself, and as you explore our page, we invite you to learn more about the unique individuals who make up our team.

Our team

Salma Seedat
Salma Seedat – Executive Director
Sakeena Elloker
Sakeena Elloker – Head of Programmes
Linci Abrahams
Linci Abrahams – Head of Operations
Duncan Souchon
Duncan Souchon – Associate Director: Fundraising and Business Development
Rochelle van Rooyen
Rochelle Van Rooyen – Instructional Coach
Claire Hendricks
Claire Hendricks – Programme Coordinator
Chantelle Ashley - training and development specialist
Chantelle Ashley – Instructional Training and Development Specialist
Makosa Mamabolo
Makosa Mamabolo – Instructional Coach
Sasah Netshi Instructional Coach
Sasah Netshifhefhe – Instructional Coach
Tatenda Mafodya
Tatenda Mafodya – Instructional Coach
Thomas Mabitsi
Thomas Mabitsi – Instructional Coach
Welheminah Kuya
Welheminah Mamogane – Instructional Coach
Mark Williams Instructional Coach
Mark Williams – Instructional Coach
Clifton Frolick Instructional Coach
Clifton Frolick – Instructional Coach

Our board

Armand Bam

Dr. Armand Bam – Chairperson

Salma Seedat

Salma Seedat

Steve Sherry

Steve Sherry

Helga Nefdt

Helga Nefdt

Programme partners

Citizen Leader Lab
Zenex
EEF
maitri-trust
SACE
sparksschool
WCED
ark
global school leaders
anglo-american
Jet
OneWorld
Stellenbosch Business School
Microsoft
MD House Logo
ID insight
Careers

We’re always looking for people passionate about education to join our team.
Please keep an eye on our LinkedIn page for career opportunities at ILI.