Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Bonface Kibisu Mwendwa

Aircraft Rescue And Firefighter
Nairobi

Summary

Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Asst. Chief Fire Services Officer

Kenya Airports Authority
Kisumu
08.2024 - Current

Provide leadership to the ARFF team through overall planning and management of the entire airport fire station

Ensure optimal utilization of skills through deployment and supervision of the fire and rescue team

Ensure recurrent station training as per ICAO Doc 9137-AN/898 airport services manual part 1 rescue and firefighting chapter 14 on training

prepare ARFFS budget and station procurement plan

Fire Services Supervisor

Kenya Airports Authority
Nairobi
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Guest ARFF Instructor

Kenya Airports Authority
Nairobi
10.2016 - Current
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Board Member

Airports SACCO Ltd.
Nairobi
03.2016 - Current
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
  • Assisted with development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.
  • Presided over board meetings and conducted board business to address organizational objectives.
  • Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.

Airport Rescue and Firefighter

Kenya Airports Authority
Nairobi
12.2012 - 09.2022
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.

ICT Support Specialist

The Copy Cat Ltd.
Nairobi
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

ICT Support Specialist

Technology Today Ltd.
Nairobi
01.2005 - 10.2011
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

Education

Master of Science - Disaster Management And Sustainable Development

MasindeMuliro University of Science And Technology
Kakamega, Kenya
05.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Disaster Risk Management And Sustainable Deve

The Cooperative University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
05.2014 - 12.2017

Certificate - User Support Professional

Institute of Advanced Technology
Westlands, Nairobi
06.2006 - 12.2006

Certificate - Network Support Specialist

Network Support Specialist
Westlands, Nairobi
01.2007 - 07.2007

Diploma - Operations Management (Ops)

Alison
Online
10.2020 - 02.2021

Diploma - Project Management

Alison
Online
02.2021 - 07.2021

Certificate - Occupational Safety And Health Professional

OSHAcademy
Online
01.2020 - 07.2020

High School Diploma -

Onjiko Boys High School
Kisumu, Kenya
02.1990 - 11.1994

Skills

Fire command center monitoring

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Certification

Leadership and Influence

Affiliations

  • Disaster Mitigation Professionals Association of Kenya
  • Workplace Safety Professionals Association of Kenya
  • Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit – Associate

Timeline

Asst. Chief Fire Services Officer

Kenya Airports Authority
08.2024 - Current

Fire Services Supervisor

Kenya Airports Authority
09.2022 - 08.2024

Diploma - Project Management

Alison
02.2021 - 07.2021

Leadership and Influence

12-2020

Environmental impact assessment and audit

12-2020

Diploma - Operations Management (Ops)

Alison
10.2020 - 02.2021

Certificate - Occupational Safety And Health Professional

OSHAcademy
01.2020 - 07.2020

Master of Science - Disaster Management And Sustainable Development

MasindeMuliro University of Science And Technology
05.2018 - Current

ISO 9001:2015 QMS Training

05-2018

Governance and procurement skills workshop

09-2017

Fire Service Leadership

11-2016

Guest ARFF Instructor

Kenya Airports Authority
10.2016 - Current

Board Member

Airports SACCO Ltd.
03.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Disaster Risk Management And Sustainable Deve

The Cooperative University of Kenya
05.2014 - 12.2017

Airport Rescue and Firefighter

Kenya Airports Authority
12.2012 - 09.2022

ICT Support Specialist

The Copy Cat Ltd.
01.2012 - 12.2012

Certificate - Network Support Specialist

Network Support Specialist
01.2007 - 07.2007

Certificate - User Support Professional

Institute of Advanced Technology
06.2006 - 12.2006

ICT Support Specialist

Technology Today Ltd.
01.2005 - 10.2011

High School Diploma -

Onjiko Boys High School
02.1990 - 11.1994
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