Andrew Olubala
Disability Inclusion | Community Engagement | Humanitarian | Project Management | Deaf Inclusion Consultant|
Summary
Dynamic community engagement and Project Management Deaf professional with 5 years of experience of proven track records at various organizations, skilled in program implementation, monitoring & evaluation, budget forecasting, and inclusive planning. Proven ability to build strong partnerships and ensure equal representation in all program activities. Committed to advancing disability rights and inclusive development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Lead
Signvrse
08.2025 - Current
- Design and deliver community-centered initiatives, such as workshops, forums, and awareness campaigns, to promote Signvrse’s tools and services.
- Cultivate strong partnerships with Deaf-led organizations, disability advocates, interpreters, and local stakeholders across Africa.
- Advocate for self-reliance and capacity building by supporting life skills development and community-led initiatives.
- Manage and moderate Signvrse’s digital platforms (e.g., WhatsApp groups, social media) to create safe, inclusive, and active spaces.
- Maintain accurate records of engagement activities, including case notes, event outcomes, and community feedback.
- Track engagement budgets and ensure timely processing of related invoices.
Community Engagement Consultant - Africa
InABLE
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Built and maintained relationships with the Organization of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) partners across 20 African partner countries.
- Identified new partnership opportunities and grew the Organization of Persons with Disabilities network.
- Supported events and programs in collaboration with regional OPDs.
- Tracked KPIs and managed budgets related to partner Inclusive Africa Conference 2025 activities.
- Documented engagement efforts and shared insights with stakeholders and the senior management teams.
Project Officer – Professional Fellows Program on
Humanity & Inclusion
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Supported outreach and recruitment in target countries including disseminating the call for applications through the HI and partner networks, coordinating with US Embassies in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia
- Supported in planing and organizing of the program logistics, booking event venue, and coordinating the transport of program participants.
Participated in initial screening and scoring of applications and also in selection of candidates for interviews
Provided feedback and input on interview protocol including modifications to
fit local context and culture and provision of reasonable accommodation to candidates with disabilities
- Supported implementation and respect of HI Monitoring and Evaluation policy which includes: - planning and monitoring tool, quality appraisal tool, Progress reporting and organization of 3 quarterly progress review and one full annual review
- Compiled and analyzed lessons learnt during the project and contributing to the development of capitalization document related to inclusive civic engagement
- Provided input on localizing program marketing, outreach and recruitment materials to target countries, cultures, and local conditions
- Represented Humanity & Inclusion in partners and stakeholders' meetings, events, working groups and conferences when requested
Inclusion Officer
Zalego Academy LTD
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 Officer & Inclusion Ambassador
Stepwise
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Scanning and filing of children cases files at judiciary
- Uploading scanned files to judiciary cases tracking system
- Promoted the Company as Inclusive Employer for both women and Person
with disabilities
Project Volunteer: Inclusive Disability Employment
Humanity & Inclusion
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
Inclusive Education Teacher
Mirema School
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Enhanced literacy skills through individualized reading instruction and targeted writing activities.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating student progress and addressing concerns collaboratively for optimal success.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them towards improved performance and greater confidence in their abilities.
- Incorporated hands-on activities in lesson plans, promoting active learning and increased understanding of complex topics.
- Assisted class teacher with daily running of classroom
- Taught mathematics and physical education subjects to differently abled learners
- Took the role of sports teacher for differently abled unit
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Major), Communication (Minor)
University of Nairobi
Nairobi 04.2001 -
Diploma - Special Needs Education
Kenyatta University
Nairobi 04.2001 -
Certificate - Kenya Sign Language Certificate
Kenya Institute of Special Education
04.2001 -
Skills
Project Management
Community Engagement
Communication
MEAL
Grant Management
Accomplishments
- Made a presentation on topic: Inclusion of person with disabilities in Situation of risk and humanitarian emergencies CRPD Article 11 at Kenya Disability Inclusion Conference on 11/28/2023 - 11/29/2023.
- Successfully supported the implementation of inclusive civic engagement project funded from FY 21 budget which ended in 09/2023.
- Nominated to be Humanity & Inclusion representative at National Government Ministry of Labour and Social Protection. I report the status of Humanity & Inclusion implementation of Global Disability Summit 2018 and 2022 commitments.
Professional Development
• Civic Leadership Training, 03/2020 - 04/2020, Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI)
• Basic Fire Safety Training, 12/2022, International Safety Training Center, Nairobi
• Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity - April 2022
• Introduction to International Humanitarian Law, April 2021
Publication
Boeltzig-Brown, H., Preston, C., Opiche, M., Olubala, A., & Darsema, A., Promoting Disability Inclusion in East Africa through Professional International Exchange: Impact and Opportunities for the AUCD Network, Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Annual Conference "Emerging Leaders: Shaping the Future", 11/05/2023 - 11/08/2023, Washington, DC
Referees
George Siso: Business Development Manager
inABLE
Email: george.siso@inable.org
Diana Michieka: Partnership Coordinator
inABLE.
Email: diana.michieka@inable.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
Timeline
Community Engagement Lead
Signvrse
08.2025 - Current
Community Engagement Consultant - Africa
InABLE
11.2024 - 06.2025
Project Officer – Professional Fellows Program on
Humanity & Inclusion
01.2022 - 09.2024
Inclusion Officer
Zalego Academy LTD
07.2021 - 01.2022
Data Entry Officer & Inclusion Ambassador
Stepwise
12.2020 - 05.2021
Project Volunteer: Inclusive Disability Employment
Humanity & Inclusion
03.2020 - 03.2020
Inclusive Education Teacher
Mirema School
01.2019 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Major), Communication (Minor)
University of Nairobi
04.2001 -
Diploma - Special Needs Education
Kenyatta University
04.2001 -
Certificate - Kenya Sign Language Certificate
Kenya Institute of Special Education
04.2001 -