Konthea Mean
Executive Director
Konthea has been involved with JWOC for a decade under various roles; including, Project Manager, Education Manager and Programs Manager as well as mentor, friend and inspiration.
She spent her time after high school working at a private school and volunteering to teach young children from poor families. Originally from Banteay Meanchey, she moved to Siem Reap in 2013 after completing university. Konthea chased her dream of working for an organization that changed lives; later explored new possibilities to live independently, and ended up growing professionally through newfound opportunities.
She is now managing the whole organization ensuring the University Scholarship, Better Futures and Access Program students reach for their dreams with the best tools and preparation available. Konthea holds a Bachelor of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Meanchey University.
Sokun Lin
Administration and Finance Officer
Sokun is from Kampong Thom Province. After finishing high school, she continued to study in Phnom Penh at the Royal University of Law and Economics majoring in Management, graduating in 2003. She worked for 4 years as a Human Resource Officer in PP, then moved to Siem Reap to work for an NGO.
In June 2022 she joined JWOC as the Administrative & Financial Officer. She brings well practiced office management skills to contribute to JWOC’s smooth day-to-day operations to help our youth achieve better future careers.
Phe Choovy
Communications Officer
Choovy started as a JWOC University Scholarship student in 2018, and is finishing her fourth-year
at South East Asia University majoring in teaching English (TESOL).
She started working part-time as the Communications Assistant, but now she is experienced enough to work full-time. She collaborates closely with the Communications Manager on important tasks such as building and maintaining donor relations, demonstrating the impact of JWOC’s work through social media, securing funding, and managing student communications. Every day Choovy is putting her best effort into helping JWOC grow and develop to help more students just like her well into the future.
Borey Tek
Education & Engagement Coordinator
He came to us as a Scholarship student in 2016, then started working in many different roles over the years. He has just been promoted to Education & Engagement Coordinator for all JWOC programs. We asked him about his newest role, and this is what he had to say.
“This new position means a lot to me because I will have chances to gain new experiences from the management team as well as JWOC’s partnerships and youths too.
As the new EEC, I will manage English and Computer Teachers as well as Leadership Trainers. I will contribute my knowledge, experiences, and skills related to education such as training methods, and learning resources to ensure that they are the highest quality. Also, I will show engagement skills among our team, share positive insights and be a good role model for our youths.
The difference with my current position is I will be working closely with the Managing Director, increasing networking and engagement with the communities, writing reports to donors and more.
“-Borey
Mok Boda
English Instructor
Boda is the newest teacher at JWOC. His role is to teach English language to students in the Access Program, Better Futures and University Scholarship program. He graduated from Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, majoring in International Relations in 2021. Boda has worked as a part-time English Teacher in Siem Reap and also as a teaching assistant while in university, and also experienced working with NGOs both professionally and voluntarily.
He says “As an educator, the major achievement I wish to accomplish is delivering a quality education to all students. I strongly believe students can apply English language effectively in terms of communication in their personal and professional future.”
Thida Klouk
Cleaner and Groundskeeper
Thida has been working at JWOC since 2015. Her main responsibilities include keeping the JWOC space neat and tidy. She brings a variety of skills to the role, and has even helped us by making new curtains, filter covers and soap bags. Thida’s son and daughter also attend English classes at JWOC’s Youth Learning Center in addition to their studies at public school.
Nhoun Chhimmak
Better Futures Program Officer
Chimmak is a Better Futures Program Officer. His role is to carry out the recruitment process for student enrollment in the Better Futures Program, as well as to provide career guidance training, facilitation, mentoring, and support to students.
He graduated from Varin High School in 2021 and then continued his education with PEPY for a year in 2022 before beginning my Bachelor’s degree in 2023. He is currently a student at Build Bright University majoring in Business Administration. Prior to joining JWOC, he interned at GIZ Cambodia as a Technical Assistant for 7 months.
Bun Chouen
Computer Instructor
Choeun is our Computer Teacher. He is passionate about teaching and sharing digital literacy skills and tips to our students. Choeun is continually dedicated to improving his teaching techniques and creating engaging materials for his classes.
He graduated high school with honors in 2021 and is currently enrolled at PUC University, where he is majoring in Business Administration.
Choeun enjoys a variety of studies, including researching and keeping up with technological trends, industry advancements, and most importantly, cycling. He often cycles in his free time as it allows him to relax but is also challenging, as he enjoys pushing his limits and staying active.
Ke Sarann
Security Guard
Ke Sarann is our morning Security Guard on the morning shift. This is her second time working at JWOC since she first started in 2016. She is a friendly person who always smiles at everyone who comes through the JWOC’s gate. Every morning, she likes to pick up all the rubbish and mango tree leaves and get ready for her morning work.
Sin Sopheak
Security Guard
Sopheak has been with us for five months. Her main duty is to maintain JWOC grounds and facilities clean by ensuring there is no garbage or waste. Every day she tidies up any dirty areas and makes sure that the flowers, trees and garden look green and blooming. She enjoys working at JWOC, especially when she sees that young people are motivated to better their lives. Her children are enrolled in our Better Futures Program. She truly appreciates being part of JWOC’s mission.
Sam Linna
Program Manager
Linna Sam joined in 2024 as Program Manager. Her main responsibilities include suggesting changes and contributing to JWOC’s strategic planning, updating curriculum and training materials, coordinating the annual teaching and training schedule, overseeing the program coordinator, and conducting training sessions.
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in TEFL from Meanchey University in Banteay Meanchey province in 2015. Over the past 15 years, she has accumulated extensive work experience across various institutes and organizations, primarily within the education sector.
She enjoys working and communicating with people.
Chhor Sodamy
Leadership and Engagement Facilitator
Sodamy is a Leadership and Engagement Facilitator at JWOC. His main focus is to engage students in project implementation and accompany them during their journey at JWOC, fostering communication to facilitate positive change both among students and within our communities.
Sodamy graduated from Western International School, and is currently pursuing his bachelor degree in accounting and finance. Aside from work and school, he is passionate about environmental conservation, Social entrepreneurship, and empowering LGBT+ youth.
Chan Vannakhim
Scholarship Program Officer
Chan Vannakhim is our new Scholarship Program Officer. With a strong passion for youth development, Nakhim brings valuable experience and a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of young people.
Reflecting on his new role, Nakhim shared, “Working with youth is an incredibly rewarding experience that offers a great opportunity to inspire the future and also presents a powerful chance to make a lasting impact on the next generation. Related to this, that’s why I’m here, I’m excited and I’m ready to be a part of youth development.”
Phin Veasna
Design & Tech Support
Veasna recently joined JWOC as Design and Tech Support Officer at JWOC.
“I am happy to get involved and come back to JWOC, an NGO that previously gave me the opportunity to study and graduate from Pannasastra University with a Bachelor degree in International Relations. His motivation for his role lies in improving my IT and design skills, as well as enhancing communication for fundraising purposes.”
In his free time, he enjoys playing volleyball, cycling to the nearby temples and spending time with friends as well as keeping up with the latest technologies.
Koeuy Kimchhet
Admin & Program Assistant
We are excited to welcome Kimchhet to the team as our new Admin & Program Assistant! A proud JWOC scholarship alumni, Kimchhet graduated in 2023, and we are thrilled to have her back, making an impact with us.
She shared, “I am very happy to be a part of JWOC, where I have the opportunity to work with youth and make a difference together.” We look forward to the great things we will achieve with her on board!