Our team
Combining years of knowledge and expertise in CRVS, product development and digital transformation, we are pushing the boundaries of traditional civil registration in favour of new, human-centred digital services, designed to leave no-one behind.
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Annina Wersun
Co-Founder & Chief Impact OfficerAnnina co-leads the organisation and has a focus on expanding our impact around the world through the onboarding of new implementation countries and nurturing the country community to fulfil the incredible potential that it has.
Annina is passionate about realising the true value of civil registration systems by contributing to the achievement of universal coverage around the world, and demonstrating the value of civil registration data as a foundational component of digital public infrastructure.
She firmly believes in the importance of becoming a fully sustainable DPG, and is committed to challenging existing orthodoxies about how this happens, ensuring we not only survive, but thrive!
Annina brings over 14 years of experience in digital transformation and CRVS system strengthening, so ask her about managing a DPG, effective implementation and the future of OpenCRVSRead more -
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Ed Duffus
Co-Founder and CEOEd leads the development of the organisational strategy, working closely with other members of the Leadership Team. He also has responsibilities for product strategy, sustainability and the growth of the implementation partner ecosystem.
With over 25 years experience of digital transformation, innovation and CRVS, ask him about the OpenCRVS product roadmap and what it's going to take to achieve universal civil registration by 2030.Read more -
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Euan Millar
Chief Technical OfficerEuan joined the OpenCRVS team when it was still just an idea in 2016, helping us to develop our first ever prototype.
He is the OpenCRVS Technical Architect, conscientiously crafting an architecture that can effectively support CRVS operations at scale in low-resource settings.
With over 20 years experience architecting technology solutions for public and private clients, ask him about our technical stack, our approach to security and privacy, and how OpenCRVS works in even the toughest locations.Read more -
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Amy Olivier
Operations ManagerAmy joined the OpenCRVS team in 2023 and plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the organisation. She oversees accounting processes, HR functions, and handles the administrative needs of the team, ensuring that everything runs efficiently behind the scenes.
In addition to her operational duties, Amy is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment, supporting team well-being, and streamlining processes to enhance productivity.Read more -
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Thierry Ndangi
Impact Expansion Lead (Africa)Thierry drives the expansion of OpenCRVS across Africa, identifying new market opportunities and forging strong relationships with stakeholders. He leads the requirements-gathering process to ensure the platform meets local needs and fosters a community of support across the continent.
With over 16 years of experience in digital product management and market development, Thierry is focused on making OpenCRVS the standard for civil registration systems in Africa. Ask him about strategic partnerships or country-specific adaptations.Read more -
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Doreen Nalumu
Project Manager (Uganda)Doreen oversees the implementation of OpenCRVS in Uganda, ensuring the platform meets local needs while managing programme scope and stakeholder collaboration. With over five years of experience in project management and business analysis, she bridges the gap between technical and business objectives.
Her expertise in delivering successful projects and fostering continuous improvement makes her a key asset to the team. Ask her about managing stakeholder expectations or aligning project goals with business requirements.Read more -
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Jonathan Pye-Finch
Design LeadJonathan joined the OpenCRVS team in 2018, spending time with users around the world to truly understand their needs.
Leading our design work, he cares deeply about designing a product with and for civil registration users and customers, ensuring that it is easy to use and accessible for all.
With 10 years of experience in product and service design for the public and private sector, ask him about designing with users, how to configure OpenCRVS for you context, and how to design effective services for civil registration.Read more -
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Prince Abraham Jumbo
Business AnalystPrince started working on OpenCRVS projects in 2022, contributing to country implementations and playing a key role in the development of the OpenCRVS Business Architecture. Since joining the core team in 2023, Prince has been instrumental in gathering inputs from focus countries and performing business analysis for Proof of Concept (PoC) and product implementations.
With over 6 years of experience in product management, business analysis, and quality assurance across various international projects, Prince is passionate about delivering user-centric solutions that enhance civil registration systems. Ask him about managing configurations, stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring seamless product rollouts.Read more -
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Riku Rouvila
Technical ArchitectRiku has been with OpenCRVS since 2018, playing a key role in developing and architecting the platform. Now leading technical architecture, he ensures that each release improves the platform’s security, performance, and usability.
With over a decade of software engineering experience and deep involvement in country implementations, Riku is an expert in tailoring the platform to meet unique requirements. Ask him about OpenCRVS’s architecture or how we scale the platform for different countries.Read more -
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Pyry Rouvila
Technical LeadPyry is a key player in ensuring that OpenCRVS is both accessible and user-friendly. He focuses on integration projects and works to resolve technical challenges, ensuring seamless compatibility with third-party systems.
With a passion for open-source development, Pyry ensures that the platform remains intuitive and functional for users around the world. Ask him about user experience, accessibility, or integration challenges.Read more -
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Markus Laurila
Technical LeadMarkus brings extensive experience in building high-quality digital products and helping teams excel in diverse environments. His focus is on ensuring that development workflows are efficient and produce top-tier results.
Ask Markus about web applications, development workflows, and creating digital products that stand the test of time.Read more -
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Tameem Bin Haider
Technical LeadSince joining OpenCRVS in 2021 during its beta phase, Tameem has been pivotal in the platform’s growth and evolution. Now, as Technical Lead, he oversees country implementations, building local capacity while continuing to enhance the core system.
With his in-depth knowledge of OpenCRVS’s technical architecture and over three years of hands-on experience, Tameem ensures the system remains secure, robust, and adaptable to various environments. Reach out to him for insights into implementation and system architecture.Read more -
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Tahmid Rahman
Senior Software DeveloperTahmid joined OpenCRVS in 2018 and has since been actively involved in front-end development and technical design decisions. With over eight years of software development experience, he plays a crucial role in improving and securing the platform.
Ask Tahmid about configuring and scaling OpenCRVS to meet the diverse needs of countries around the world.Read more -
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Ashikul Alam
Senior Software DeveloperAshikul joined the team in 2022 as a full-stack developer, leveraging his expertise across both front-end and back-end development to enhance the OpenCRVS platform. He is the go-to person for anything related to the technical stack and product architecture.
Passionate about creating scalable, efficient solutions, Ashikul ensures that OpenCRVS remains responsive to user needs. Ask him about performance optimisation, feature integration, or troubleshooting complex issues.Read more -
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Muhammed Tareq Aziz
Senior Software DeveloperTareq became part of the OpenCRVS team in May 2024, bringing a strong background in front-end development and a focus on user experience. Now expanding his skill set to include backend solutions, he is excited to contribute to country deployments of OpenCRVS.
With advanced knowledge of JavaScript and a deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, Tareq is committed to creating innovative, high-performing applications that meet the diverse needs of civil registration services. Ask him about backend configurations or optimising front-end interactions.Read more -
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Md. Jamilur Rahman
Junior Software DeveloperJamilur Rahman joined OpenCRVS in 2024, eager to contribute to the team’s development efforts. As a Junior Developer, he is involved in coding, testing, and refining the platform to meet the highest standards of usability and performance.
With a passion for emerging technologies and a strong foundation in software development, Jamil is always ready to tackle challenges and implement solutions that push the platform forward. Ask him about the latest code updates or his experience in the development process.Read more -
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Syeda Afrida Anjum
Software Quality Assurance LeadSyeda joined the OpenCRVS team in 2021, bringing her expertise in ensuring software reliability and delivering a quality product. She works closely with the Product and Engineering teams, developing and executing tests, identifying issues, and ensuring the final product meets user expectations.
With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to continuous improvement, Syeda ensures that OpenCRVS delivers the highest standards of quality in every release.Read more -
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Sadia Afrin
Quality Assurance EngineerSadia joined OpenCRVS in June 2024, just as the platform was preparing for expansion into new countries. Her role focuses on ensuring the product’s quality through detailed regression testing, bug identification, and validation.
While new to the SQA field, Sadia’s enthusiasm and dedication are driving her towards excellence in delivering a top-tier product. Feel free to ask her about the QA processes or bug-tracking practices used at OpenCRVS.Read more -
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Sabrina Afrin
Quality Assurance EngineerSabrina joined OpenCRVS in 2024, playing a vital role in maintaining the product's reliability through rigorous testing processes. With two years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, she is dedicated to ensuring that OpenCRVS meets the highest standards of performance and functionality.
Her commitment to delivering a high-quality product makes her a valuable member of the QA team. Ask Sabrina about testing methodologies and the QA processes behind OpenCRVS.Read more
