CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Mr Paul Henry Stander OStJ
MBA, BCom Accounting + Econometrics
Paul Stander was appointed CEO in January 2021. Paul joined the group from having spent time in various consultancy roles for large organisations including software, mining, telecommunications and aviation, where he helped lead transformation teams across people, process and technology
He previously was a CFO for Sage Enterprise. Before Sage , Paul was a Financial Director for the Michel Herbelin South Africa. Paul has an MBA from Unisa and a BCom in accounting and economics from WIts.
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CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Brig Gen (ret) Alan Luck SM, MMM, OStJ
B Com (Hons)
General Luck was appointed as COO in January 2019 after retiring from the military. Alan brings more than 43 years military experience served both operationally and in management and support positions over the years, after serving in a wide variety of roles and posts ranging from unit level to Defense Headquarters level.
During his time at St John, resulting from of his diverse background, he has provided guidance regarding security, support and the logistic environments and is passionate and committed to supporting the organisation in its quest to serve the sick and the poor. He is well aware and motivated to pursue his focus on giving back to society, as part of his social responsibility, through St John after providing a lifetime of dedicated service in the military.
He obtained his B Mil at the University of Stellenbosch and his B Com (Hons) through UNISA. He also holds a Management Certificate from the Stellenbosch Business School (previously USB).
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Kimberley Gounden CA(SA) MStJ
CA(SA), BCom Accounting
Kimberley Gounden CA(SA) is a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants who graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Kwa Zulu Natal. She completed her articles at a top 4 audit firm and has a background in investment accounting and JSE listed group accounting.
With a passion for nurturing the next generation she spends her free time as a children’s church leader at her local church.
TRAINING DIRECTOR
Craig Hartley
MPhil- Conflict Transformation and Management / NDip. HRM / B.Tech HRD / MDP. ( UNISA) / CCA practitioner/ Diploma Business Management ( Executive Education)
Craig Hartley joined the organisation as Director of Training on 2 February 2026.
He previously worked for St John since 1994 to 2018 in the following role, Brigade Manager ( Cape Town) Training Manager (Cape Town Centre), National Training Projects Manager ( Priory Projects) and Centre Director for Cape Town Centre.
From 2018 to 2023, he worked as Executive Manager for Human Resources at the Cape Grace Hotel. He then did Adhoc lecturing at CPUT in Human Resource Management and Human Resource Development.
Before re- joining St John he worked as the Talent and Culture Manager at Christel House South Africa. Craig joins with development and Talent Management Experience, but also experience in Business Management as Co- founder of a Health Care Organisation in Cape Town. Craig has also spent time working as Paramedic and Principal of the St John Emergency Care Academy in Cape Town from 2004 to 2017, responsible for the Training of Emergency Care Practitioners at basic level.
SPECIAL PROJECTS DIRECTOR
Mr Christopher Ross Martin MStJ
MBA, BCom Communications
Chris is a seasoned, consultative professional with more than 20 years of business development and account management experience. He has worked in various industries from media research and sales training to project management within the non-profit space.
Chris is passionate about Social Enterprise and how companies can achieve and measure social impact through community driven projects. He completed his MBA at GIBS and his BCom at the University of Pretoria.
MANAGING DIRECTOR - STELLA LONDT
Ronwynne Fourie CStJ
RN, RM,RPNP, OHNP, MDP
Ronwynne started her Registered Professional Nursing Career in the Public Sector where she trained and practiced for 19 years, before venturing out into the private sector as Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner.
Ronwynne heads the Stella Londt Retirement Village in Port Elizabeth as Managing Director, her 17 years of management experience as part of the Order of St John coupled with her multiple Nursing qualifications add value to the holistic approach required for this position
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Yolandé Oosthuizen MStJ
Dip
Yolandé Oosthuizen is the HR Director of The Order of St John South Africa, bringing over 30 years of professional experience in human resources and organisational leadership. With a strong background in employee relations, labour law, performance management, and payroll governance, she has held senior HR roles at Nedbank and within the non-profit sector. Yolandé is passionate about ethical leadership, compliance, and building people-centred workplace cultures.
Director of Corporate Social Investment (CSI)
Vanya Basto-Pinto
Dip
Vanya is the Director of Corporate Social Investment (CSI) and Client Services for St John, bringing over eight years of strategic client management, operational excellence, and financial acumen to the organization.
Holding a BCompt Accounting Sciences degree, Vanya has a strong foundation in financial oversight and compliance. This expertise was honed through client-facing roles in the global employment and fintech sectors, where she specialized in navigating complex international jurisdictions, ensuring rigorous compliance, and cultivating long-term, high-value client relationships.
Vanya is deeply committed to leveraging their experience to foster sustainable social change and ensure St John remains a trusted and reliable partner to all stakeholders.