Benjamin Ngao Kiteme
Nairobi
Summary
An early-career professional passionate about African-centered policy research, supply chain sustainability, and data-driven development. Proficient in econometric modeling, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis, with hands-on experience in research, procurement, and sustainability-focused projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Researcher
University of Nairobi
05.2024 - Current
- Researching ESG strategies, GHG mitigation, and responsible sourcing.
- Conducting policy-relevant quantitative and qualitative research.
- Engaging stakeholders to align academic insights with policy impact.
Freelance Project Assistant
TransPerfect
12.2020 - Current
- Coordinated transcription projects across global teams.
- Performed background research for legal, medical, and marketing clients.
- Improved workflow delivery by 20% through enhanced coordination.
Procurement Assistant
Unilever Kenya Ltd
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Led procurement benchmarking and achieved 2.6% sourcing efficiency.
- Conducted supplier evaluations and ensured 97% compliance with sourcing policies.
- Supported ESG data reporting and sustainability assessments.
Education
MSc - Sustainable Management and Operations
University of Nairobi
BCom - Operations & Supply Chain Management
University of Nairobi
12-2022
Certified Public Accountant - Sections 1–4
Kasneb
11-2020
Skills
- Policy Research & Analysis
- Sustainability Reporting
- Econometric Modeling (OLS, DiD, Logit, Probit)
- Data Analytics (R, Stata, Excel)
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Green Procurement and supply chain analysis
- Project Management
- Content Development & Editorial Support
- Digital & Visual Communication
Accomplishments
Secured a strategic partnership between Operations Management Students' Association (OMSA) and Kenya Association of Manufacturers while serving as president in 2022.
Emerged lead brand activator during the luanch of Imarika Savings Wallet by Britam at the University of Nairobi.
Secured a merit-based master's scholarship with DAAD owing to contribution to sustainability initiatives and academic excellence.
Achieved 97% compliance in responsible sourcing standards among Unilever Kenya Suppliers.
Certification
Career Essentials in Sustainable Tech – Microsoft & LinkedIn Learning (2025)
Project Management Virtual Experience – Accenture (2023)
Virtual Assistant Training (Honours) – ALX Sand Technologies (2022)
Additional Information
Patrick Mukundi
Assistant Procurement Manager, Unilever Kenya Ltd.
📧mukundi.patrick@gmail.com / Patrick.mukundi@unilever.com
📞+254726720935
Dr. Salome Richu
Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Management Science, University of Nairobi
📧salomerichu@uonbi.ac.ke
📞+254722658818
Sarah Joseph, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher, Kühne Logistics University
📧sarah.joseph@klu.org
📞+49 174 2750310
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Graduate Researcher
University of Nairobi
05.2024 - Current
Procurement Assistant
Unilever Kenya Ltd
05.2023 - 04.2024
Freelance Project Assistant
TransPerfect
12.2020 - Current
MSc - Sustainable Management and Operations
University of Nairobi
BCom - Operations & Supply Chain Management
University of Nairobi
Certified Public Accountant - Sections 1–4
Kasneb
Seminars & Training
- Climate Change & Sustainability Curriculum – Kühne Foundation (2024)
- Sustainability Community Workshop – University of Nairobi (2025)
- Autumn School on Food Security – University of Dar es Salaam (2022)
Interests
Geopolitics
Sports: Football, F1
History
Books and documentaries
Community Service
President, Operations Management Students’ Association (OMSA) – UoN, President, Nairobi, Kenya
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