Russell Pollitt SJ is the Director of JISA. He was ordained in 2006. Russell has had extensive experience with media outlets, served in many sections of the SACBC and has directed many retreats, courses, training programmes and workshops.

Ursula is the Deputy Director of JISA. Ursula is involved in the day to day management of the Institute Office and the various projects and programmes that JISA offers.

Puleng works in Spirituality and researches Ignatian Spirituality in an African context. Puleng is involved in spiritual accompaniment and directs retreats and courses for JISA.

Morongoa works in Spirituality especially with youth and promotes the integration of Ignatian Spirituality into the African worldview. Morongoa is involved in spiritual accompaniment and directs retreats and courses for JISA.

Gillian works on and maintains the media presence of JISA as well as directing retreats and workshops specifically, for children/parents to help with Christian formation. Developing the area of “growth mindset” and “mindfulness” is also part of her role.