Who We Are
Africa-Based Support (ABS), with its operations in Kenya and Uganda, is a ministry of Africa Inland Mission International, an evangelical Christian mission agency dedicated to seeing Christ-centered churches established among all African peoples.
Our nine different departments, made up of both missionary and national staff, are committed to empowering AIM Members, as wells as those from other like-minded organizations, to better disciple the peoples of Africa. We demonstrate this Christ-like caring support by providing effective provision of quality services.
The ABS teams understand that missionary needs can be vastly different and unique, and we are always working to better assist missionaries while they are on the field.
Director: Charles Mungaithi
Charles Mungaithi was appointed the Director of Africa Inland Mission’s Africa-Based Support in December 2015. He oversees the nine different departments within ABS and ensures that they run effectively and efficiently. He also works closely with the ABS Board to guarantee that the vision of Africa-Based Support is fulfilled (see ABS Core Values). Before his appointment as the ABS Director, Charles had worked for ABS for 16 years, rising through the ranks to become the Chief Finance Officer. Charles is married to Elizabeth, and they have three children.
Contact: director.abs@aimint.org
Global Ends Statement
Support with strategic services and resources, delivered with priority to AIM and then partners aligned with AIM Global Ends, by affordable and effective means.
Core Values
We are God-centered.
- Our highest calling is to bring glory to God.
- We are committed to being disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ.
- We are committed to being Christ-like in character, both corporately and individually.
- Prayer is foundational to all we do.
We are ministry-focused.
- We strive to provide Christ-like caring support to those who use our services.
- Both our services, and those who serve, will be characterized by professionalism.
- We strive to act honorably in all our ministry activities.
- We strive to be prudent stewards of all our resources.
We are relationally-oriented.
- We strive for unity in all our relationships.
- We commit ourselves to maintaining and enhancing the well being of our families.
- ABS personnel seek out opportunities to disciple, mentor, and nurture others.
- We strive to develop and maintain partnerships that enhance ministry and glorify God.
- We respect diversity and strive to understand our host culture.
- We strive for open and clear communication, both internally and externally.
Find Us
Our Africa-Based Support offices are located in 2 countries, Kenya and Uganda. AIM AIR and AIM Care have offices in both countries. The rest of the departments hereunder are located at the Tumaini Compound in Karen, Nairobi:
AIM Finance
KAIM Coverage
Counselling
Information Technology
Housing
Please contact each individual department if you need specific directions to their location.