UWC East Africa is a not-for-profit school, established, owned, and managed by International School Moshi Ltd, a registered non-profit company in Tanzania.
Our governance structure is designed to ensure strong oversight, accountability, and long-term sustainability, while staying true to our mission and values.
The Governing Board
The school is independently guided by a Governing Board made up of members selected by the founding shareholders, along with representatives elected by the Parent-Teacher Association.
The Board serves on a voluntary basis and meets regularly throughout the year to:
- Set the overall direction and strategy of the school
- Establish policies that guide school operations
- Oversee financial planning and approve major expenditure
- Appoint and support the School Director
- Monitor the performance of leadership and the wider school
This structure ensures that decisions are made with care, transparency, and a strong sense of responsibility to the entire school community.
Leadership In Action
The day-to-day leadership of UWC East Africa is led by the School Director, supported by Heads of Campus, programme coordinators, and operational teams across both Moshi and Arusha.
Together, they are responsible for:
- Delivering the school’s educational programmes
- Supporting student wellbeing and residential life
- Implementing the strategic direction set by the Board
The Director, Finance Manager, and Heads of Campus attend Board meetings as non-voting members, ensuring strong alignment between governance and daily operations.
Our Foundation
UWC East Africa was founded through a unique partnership of organisations committed to education and community development.
In 1969, the school was established to support families connected to the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), through collaboration between international and local partners.
Today, this legacy continues through our shareholders, who remain deeply connected to the school’s purpose and long-term vision.
Shareholders
The school’s ownership is held through a small group of shareholders, who contribute their time and guidance on a voluntary basis and receive no financial benefit.
These include:
- Good Samaritan Foundation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania
- Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
- United Evangelical Mission (Germany)
- Baptist Mission
Together, they help ensure that the school remains grounded in its founding principles while continuing to grow and evolve.