Cynthia Maingi
Regional Director
Nairobi
Summary
As a dynamic leader, I excel in driving positive change for marginalized communities, particularly in empowering youth and women. With a strong focus on leadership, policy advocacy, and strategic planning, I champion initiatives that advance gender equality and youth rights. My expertise in program management, stakeholder engagement, and legislative drafting enables me to orchestrate impactful initiatives that deliver tangible results. I possess excellent communication skills and a keen sensitivity to gender and youth issues, fostering inclusive dialogues and building strong community partnerships to drive sustainable change.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director
World Youth Alliance Africa
05.2019 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive training programs to build highly skilled teams capable of delivering on organizational goals and objectives.
- Served as a mentor to emerging leaders, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.
- Led the development and implementation of the annual Regional Strategic and Operational Plan.
- Supervised the implementation of the operational plan for the Africa region, ensuring successful execution and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Managed the Regional Master Database and oversaw Monitoring and Evaluation processes, ensuring data accuracy and effective performance tracking.
- Managed the training programs for WYA Africa members and trainers, enhancing their skills and ensuring high-quality education delivery.
- Represented the Africa region in company strategic planning sessions, staff meetings, and conferences, contributing to regional perspectives and initiatives.
- Significantly boosted regional membership numbers by implementing targeted membership development and engagement programs, resulting in a remarkable growth from an initial membership of 500 to 30,000, representing a staggering 5900% increase.
- Established a comprehensive trainer development initiative, training 50 trainers to enhance educational outreach. Expanded regional presence by establishing 10 new chapters, further strengthening organizational reach and impact.
- Secured opportunities to promote WYA through attendance and/or public speaking at conferences, seminars, school activities, and other youth activities
- Collaborated with the National Syndemic Disease Control Council and The National AIDS and STI Control Program to develop and implement guidelines and programs specifically tailored for Adolescent girls and Young women, contributing to the improvement of health outcomes and empowerment initiatives in this demographic.
Regional Director in training
World Youth Alliance New York - Head Quarters
01.2019 - 04.2019
- I underwent comprehensive training in advocacy, policy formulation, strategic planning, execution, and reporting. This equipped me with essential skills and expertise to effectively drive initiatives, develop policies, and implement strategic plans, while ensuring thorough reporting on outcomes and achievements.
- Directed comprehensive reporting for the Africa Region to headquarters in New York, ensuring timely and accurate communication of regional activities and achievements.
Regional Program Assistant
World Youth Alliance Africa
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Facilitated and orchestrated regional fundraising endeavors, offering seamless support and expert coordination to maximize results and bolster financial resources.
- Catalyzed management and coordination efforts for WYA Africa Chapters and National Committees, ensuring seamless support and alignment with organizational goals.
- Offered comprehensive support to the WYA Africa Regional Director of Operations, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of organizational initiatives.
- As the designated contact person for both the Human Development Curriculum and the Fertility Education and Medical Management programs, I played a pivotal role in facilitating communication and coordination between stakeholders. This involved ensuring seamless integration of curriculum components and fostering collaboration to maximize the impact of educational initiatives.
Procurement & Grants Assistant
International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)
5 2017 - 8 2017
- Provided invaluable support in coordinating logistics for meetings, ensuring seamless organization and execution.
- Collaborated in the meticulous verification and vigilant monitoring of vendors during procurement processes.
- Led grants management activities, ensuring the smooth filing process, timely delivery of in-kind supplies, and fostering clear communication with grantees to guarantee the successful execution of projects.
Regional Intern
World Youth Alliance Africa
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted comprehensive research, formulated strategic plans, and orchestrated the seamless implementation and coordination of multifaceted projects.
- Contributed to resource mobilization and fundraising efforts, actively supporting the acquisition of vital resources to advance our mission.
- Managed administrative responsibilities with precision and efficiency.
- Offered comprehensive support to the Regional Director of Operations, ensuring seamless execution of operational strategies and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Conflict And Peace Studies - Sociology, Conflict And Peace Studies
University of Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Techno12.2016
Qualification: ICDL, Certified in MS Office, Concepts of IT - undefined
Institute of Advanced Technology
Kenya certificate of Secondary education - undefined
Kenya High School
Skills
Leadership
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
References
- Mrs. Caroline Maingi, World Youth Alliance Africa, Advisory Board Chairperson, +254 721298795, carolmaingi@gmail.com
- Ms. Christine Sagini, Clerk for Kenya Senate, +254 725 052269, christinesagini@gmail.com
- Ms. Zainab Ronoh, International Foundation for Electoral Systems, Grants Officer, +254 722 744714, zronoh@ifes.org
Accomplishments
- Appointed by the Director General of the Ministry of Health to serve in the Human Rights, Gender, and Medical Ethics (HRG) Secretariat under NASCOP.
- Actively participated in the Technical Working Group responsible for drafting the Reproductive Health Bill.
- Provided valuable submissions to the Kenyan Parliament on legislative initiatives including the Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill and the Maternal and Newborn Health Bill, advocating for policies promoting reproductive rights, healthcare access, and maternal well-being.
- Currently serving as the Regional Head for the Fertility Education and Medical Management Program in Africa, leading strategic initiatives and operational management across the region to drive impactful fertility education and enhance reproductive health outcomes for individuals and communities.
Timeline
Regional Director
World Youth Alliance Africa
05.2019 - Current
Regional Director in training
World Youth Alliance New York - Head Quarters
01.2019 - 04.2019
Regional Program Assistant
World Youth Alliance Africa
09.2017 - 12.2018
Regional Intern
World Youth Alliance Africa
02.2016 - 05.2017
Procurement & Grants Assistant
International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)
5 2017 - 8 2017
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Conflict And Peace Studies - Sociology, Conflict And Peace Studies
University of Nairobi
Qualification: ICDL, Certified in MS Office, Concepts of IT - undefined
Institute of Advanced Technology
Kenya certificate of Secondary education - undefined
Kenya High School
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