Disability Inclusive Development Programs
Andrew Olubala
Project Management| Disability Inclusion Specialist|
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced Development and Inclusion officer adept at completing projects with confidence and skill. History of performing well under pressure and accomplishing successive assignments with high accuracy. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adapts well to changing situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Project Officer - Professional Fellows Program
Humanity & Inclusion
Nairobi
01.2022 - Current
- Supporting outreach and recruitment in target countries including disseminating the call for applications through the HI and partner networks, coordinating with US Embassies.
- Participating in initial screening and scoring of applications and also in the selection of candidates for interviews
- Providing feedback and input on the interview protocol including modifications to fit local context and culture and provision of reasonable accommodation to candidates with disabilities.
- Supporting the implementation and the respect of HI Monitoring and Evaluation policy which includes: - A planning and monitoring tool, -A quality appraisal tool, and The organization of 3 quarterly progress review and one full annual review.
Inclusion Officer
Zalego Academy LTD
Nairobi
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Support senior management in conducting analysis to identify accommodation needs for Person with Disabilities (PWDs) and providing timely advice or suggestions regarding inclusivity policy or potential partnerships.
- Sensitize all staff on gender and disability inclusion through in-house monthly trainings and low-cost team building events across the stepwise group of companies.
Data Entry and Inclusion Ambassador
Stepwise Inc.
Nairobi
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Scanning and filing of children cases files at judiciary.
- Uploading scanned files to judiciary cases tracking system.
- Promoting the Company as Inclusive Employer for both women and Person with disabilities.
Project Volunteer - Professional Fellows Program
Humanity & Inclusion
Nairobi
03.2020 - 03.2020
- Supported in planning and organizing of project activities.
- Assisted in follow up of beneficiaries identified by partners.
- Participated in making follow up in implementation of action plan developed during training.
- Represented Humanity & Inclusion in stakeholder and Donor’s meetings.
- Supported in writing monthly and quarterly report on activities attended to project manager.
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Mirema School
Nairobi
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Assisted class teacher with daily running of classroom.
- Teaching mathematics and physical education subjects to differently abled learners.
- Took the role of sports teacher for differently abled unit.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya 05.2023 - Current
Diploma - Special Needs Education
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya 09.2016 - 07.2019
Skills
Project and Program Management
undefinedCertification
Civic Leadership Training - March - April 2020
Interests
Gender, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 17)
Additional Information
Referees
Mercy Opiche: Project Manager - Professional Fellows Program
Inclusive Civic Engagement
Humanity and Inclusion
P: +254 712 041499| Email: m.opiche@hi.org
Dr. Becky Isanda (Ph.D.): Senior Lecturer
Department of Early Childhood Education and Special Needs
Kenyatta University
P: +254722984061 |E: bisanda@ku.ac.ke
Mr. Deogratius Magero: Technical Advisor
Youth Empowerment and Employability
Plan International
P: +254 780453703 | E: magerodeo@gmail.com
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Nairobi
05.2023 - Current
[Basic Fire Safety] Training - December 2022.
12-2022
Project Officer - Professional Fellows Program
Humanity & Inclusion
01.2022 - Current
Inclusion Officer
Zalego Academy LTD
07.2021 - 01.2022
Data Entry and Inclusion Ambassador
Stepwise Inc.
12.2020 - 05.2021
Civic Leadership Training - March - April 2020
04-2020
Project Volunteer - Professional Fellows Program
Humanity & Inclusion
03.2020 - 03.2020
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Mirema School
01.2019 - 04.2019
Diploma - Special Needs Education
Kenyatta University
09.2016 - 07.2019
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