Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information - Referees
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Brigitte Wanja Kinuthia

Environmentalist
Nairobi

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated professional with a comprehensive background in environmental auditing, environmental impact assessment, and environmental health and safety. With a keen understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry standards, I bring expertise in evaluating and mitigating environmental risks across various sectors. My proficiency extends to conducting thorough audits to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implementing strategies to minimize ecological footprint. Through precise environmental impact assessments, I provide valuable insights into the potential consequences of projects, facilitating informed decision-making processes. With proven analytical abilities and a proactive approach, I am adept at identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions to safeguard both the environment and human well-being.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Elvi Engineering And Supplies Limited
01.2023 - Current


  • Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
  • Completed field checks to verify licenses and permits for various business.
  • Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
  • Investigated incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures accordingly.
  • Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
  • Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.

Field operation Intern

Octopus consultancy limited
06.2020 - 11.2022
  • Participated in environmental auditing and environmental impact assessment for clients who sorted our services
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
  • Participated in report writing on filed operation which equipped me with skills on project management and evaluation
  • Offered friendly and efficient services to customer.

Digital Marketer

JoJo
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Collaborated with internal departments to build digital experiences and achieve marketing goals
  • Increased customer engagement through social media on use of family planning
  • Managed marketing campaigns to cultivate brand awareness on early pregnancy and drive website traffic.

Education

Bachelor of environmental studies and community development -

Kenyatta University
09.2018 - 05.2022

KCSE Certificate: Secondary Education - undefined

Coulson girls’ high school
01.2014 - 05.2017

Skills

Project management skills- acted as a field operator where I received success rating on organizing, monitoring and evaluation on field operation during my internship

Additional Information - Referees

  • Daniel Mwongela, 0799350932, Operational manager, Octopus consultancy limited, danielmwongela96@gmail.com
  • Morine Wanjiru, 0791157802, Team Leader Nairobi for JoJo company.
  • Joseph Kurauka, Chairman, school of environmental studies, Kenyatta university, kurauka.joseph@ku.ac.ke

Accomplishments

  • Planned and implemented the company-wide rollout of a proactive safety and health target program, partnering with field management and supervisory staff and effectively reduced overall accidents.
  • Supervised a team of staff members.
  • Streamlined the communications process for incident reporting which resulted in improvement in positive outcomes.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

Occupational Safety and Health commitee Training

Interests

Climate Change

Timeline

Fire Safety training Certificate

09-2023

Occupatiponal First Aid Training

09-2023

Occupational Safety and Health commitee Training

08-2023

Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Elvi Engineering And Supplies Limited
01.2023 - Current

Digital Marketer

JoJo
11.2020 - 06.2021

Field operation Intern

Octopus consultancy limited
06.2020 - 11.2022

Bachelor of environmental studies and community development -

Kenyatta University
09.2018 - 05.2022

KCSE Certificate: Secondary Education - undefined

Coulson girls’ high school
01.2014 - 05.2017
Brigitte Wanja KinuthiaEnvironmentalist