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Hi, I’m

Dennis Omondi Okello

Social Enterprise and Humanitarian Development Leader
Nairobi

Summary

Over eight years of technical and management experience designing, implementing and monitoring Community Development programs in South Sudan, Sudan and Kenya.

A competent and highly motivated team player seeking to work in a challenging environment where creativity and team spirit is highly encouraged and enhance professional competencies by pursuing further training.

Overview

23
years of professional experience

Work History

Think Trail Center Limited

CEO, Business Development and Social Entrepreneur
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Capacity Needs Assessment: Conducted comprehensive assessments of honey and shea butter producer groups to identify capacity gaps and develop strategies for enhancing productivity and sustainability.
  • Training Programs: Designed and delivered training programs on entrepreneurship, value chain management, gender equality, and conflict resolution tailored to the specific needs of clients.
  • Curriculum Development: Develop customized training modules: Tailor-made management and leadership training, Group dynamics, marketing, micro-enterprises development, savings, credits, resource mobilization and governance, Training for beekeepers in bee product (honey, beeswax, propolis, pollen grains, royal jelly, and bee venom) production, processing, and marketing, Training for shea nuts producers on production, processing and marketing of shea butter and associated products, Technical training on post-harvest handling technologies with increased focus on food safety handling for honey and shea nuts products that promote safe consumption and utilization to ensure practical and actionable learning outcomes for participants, addressing key areas of skill development and knowledge enhancement.
  • Proposal Drafting: Prepared project proposals aimed at securing funding and support for various initiatives, including research projects and partnership development activities.
  • Market Research: Conducted domestic and international market research to identify opportunities, establish strategic partnerships, and maximize market potential for honey and shea butter producers.
  • Trainer of Trainers (TOT) on Entrepreneurship: Delivered TOT programs aimed at equipping trainers with the knowledge and methodologies to teach entrepreneurship effectively. Focused on key areas including business planning, market analysis, resource mobilization, and sustainable business practices.
  • Business Management: Oversaw the efficient operation, customer satisfaction, and profitability of an automotive business, implementing strategic planning and resource allocation strategies to achieve business objectives.
  • Value Addition Program Management: Led a shea butter value addition program aimed at empowering women affected by conflict in South Sudan, providing training, product development, branding, distribution and support for economic empowerment and resilience building.
  • Consultancy in Leading the Communication Framework for Anticipatory Action in Emergencies – Renk County, South Sudan.
  • Played a pivotal role in designing and implementing the Communication Framework for Anticipatory Action in Emergencies in Renk County, South Sudan. Ensured that affected populations receive timely, effective, and behaviorally informed communication, improving access to essential WASH and health services, food security, and protection from gender-based violence (GBV).
  • Led stakeholder engagement initiatives, bringing together key national and county-level partners. Through structured workshops and collaborative sessions, aligned program objectives with emergency response needs, identified critical behaviors for emergencies, and documented stakeholder insights to shape the overall communication strategy.
  • Conducted extensive socio-demographic analyses to define distinct audience segments and developed targeted persona profiles, including rural farmers, pregnant mothers, urban youth, and elderly individuals. By linking behavioral insights to tailored communication strategies, ensured that messages were culturally relevant, accessible, and impactful. The approach improved the effectiveness of emergency messaging, particularly for vulnerable populations in displaced communities.
  • Identified key behavioral drivers, motivators, and barriers influencing emergency response actions. The research provided valuable insights into community perceptions of hygiene promotion, food distribution, healthcare access, and GBV prevention. Compiled these findings into a comprehensive behavioral insights report, which became a foundation for the development of targeted communication strategies aimed at improving emergency preparedness and response outcomes.
  • Conducted an in-depth evaluation of various communication channels, including SMS, local radio broadcasts, and printed materials, to identify the most effective ways to reach different population segments.
  • Spearheaded the development of behaviorally informed, crisis-responsive messages tailored to specific emergency scenarios, such as floods, droughts, and disease outbreaks. Led pre-testing efforts through focus groups and pilot studies, refining messages for clarity, cultural relevance, and effectiveness. Additionally, played a key role in stakeholder training and capacity building, ensuring that local partners were equipped with the necessary skills to deliver messages efficiently.
  • Donor and Investor Engagement on behalf of Ubuntu Company, Hope Restoration South Sudan, Nile Sustainable Development Organization (NSDO) and Leadership Initiative for Development Organization (LIDO): Engaged with donors and investors to secure financial support and investment for business development initiatives, fostering partnerships to drive funding and sustainable growth.
  • International Market Linkages: Established linkages with international markets for entrepreneurs and women-led business ventures, facilitating trade opportunities and expanding market access.
  • Climate Change Initiatives: Implement climate change initiatives within the context of business operations, such as contract farming and conservation practices, to promote sustainability and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
  • Contract Farming: Facilitated contract farming arrangements to ensure a stable and predictable market for agricultural produce, providing farmers with income security and market access.
  • Conservation Practices: Promoted conservation practices within the supply chain to minimize environmental impact and support sustainable resource management, aligning business activities with environmental sustainability goals.

Ubuntu Company Limited

Program Manager
08.2020 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Program Management: Oversaw daily program operations and establish governance controls.
  • Planning and Monitoring: Planned and monitored program progress, manage budgets, and address risks and issues.
  • Strategic Development: Developed efficient programs aligned with organizational goals and values.
  • Capacity Building: Provided training and support for various stakeholders, including business skills, technology transfer, and quality enhancement.
  • Market Promotion: Promoted project products through packaging, branding, and market quality tests.
  • Market Access and Linkage: Supported market expansion and access through technical assistance and procurement support.
  • Fundraising: Identified fundraising strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders, advocate for policy changes, and manage external affairs and campaigns.
  • Baseline Assessment: Planed, collected, and analyzed baseline data for program evaluation and improvement.
  • Training: Assessed training needs, developed curricula, delivered training sessions, and evaluated participant feedback.
  • Capacity Building: Assessed existing capacities, developed capacity-building plans, allocated resources effectively, monitored progress, and ensured sustainability through feedback and improvement mechanisms.
  • Trainer on Financial Capabilities: Conducted comprehensive training sessions on financial capability, covering topics such as budgeting, savings, credit management, and financial planning. Provided practical tools and resources to enhance participants' financial decision-making and management skills.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
  • Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
  • Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions.
  • Researched industry best practices in support of training development and program content.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that supported budgetary constraints.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.

Africa Development Aid South Sudan

Project Proposal Developer and WASH Manager
01.2020 - 07.2020

Job overview

  • Water Infrastructure Management: Coordinated repair and rehabilitation of water points, ensuring functionality and maintenance of community boreholes.
  • Hygiene Promotion: Conducted hygiene promotion campaigns and sensitization training on COVID-19 guidelines and sanitation practices.
  • Community Engagement: Established and strengthened water user committees, ensuring community involvement and ownership.
  • Distribution of WASH NFIs: Organized distribution of essential items like soap, buckets, and water purification tablets.
  • Sanitation Infrastructure: Oversaw construction of institutional latrines in schools and health facilities.
  • Visibility Strengthening: Designed and printed promotional materials to enhance program visibility.
  • Total Sanitation Programs: Initiated and supported community-led sanitation programs, ensuring ODF status and post-ODF follow-up.
  • World Water Day Support: Facilitated activities for World Water Day commemoration, raising awareness about water-related issues.
  • Equipment Distribution: Managed process and distribution of WASH equipment and canoes to improve access to clean water.
  • Protection Analysis: Conducted protection analysis and implement mitigation measures during program implementation.
  • Technical Support: Collaborated with water engineering officers to provide technical support for water infrastructure management.
  • Proposal Development: Led in the development of project proposals, including applications for humanitarian response plans.
  • Needs Assessment Coordination: Coordinated needs assessment surveys on various aspects including Protection, FSL, Nutrition, and WASH.
  • Organized, facilitated and took lead in program trainings and workshops for different stakeholders, program staff and beneficiaries
  • Business Development Support: Strengthened the Business Development department for resource mobilization.
  • Program Management: Managed work plans, budgets, and procurement processes for the WASH program.
  • Reporting: Compiled monthly and quarterly progress reports for internal and donor use, including coordination of Caritas German and Christian Aids WASH grants.
  • Team Leadership: Led the WASH team to the cluster level, providing reports and serving as a focal person for ADA on WASH programs.

COPTIC HOSPITAL-HOPE CENTRE DREAMS PROJECT

OVC Coordinator
10.2018 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Extensive program management and support procedures with a focus on PEPFAR’s HIV prevention package of interventions.
  • Trained young entrepreneurs on Business Development and offering site level business mentorship.
  • Established AGYW Program: Initiated and managed the DREAMS project for Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) in the western region.
  • Identification and Enrolment: Coordinated the identification, vetting, and enrolment of AGYW in the project, enhancing case management.
  • Program Oversight: Supported in overseeing Social Protection, Biomedical intervention, and socio-economic strengthening programs, ensuring progress through monitoring and evaluation activities.
  • Data Management: Guided documentation and ensure proper data capture and reporting in compliance with donor requirements.
  • Staff Recruitment: Recruited mentors and temporary staff to support AGYW initiatives.
  • Biomedical Intervention: Coordinate Biomedical and Evidence-based interventions for AGYW aged 9 to 24 years.
  • Engaged in overseeing evidence based behavioral intervention i.e families matter, stepping stones, fisher folk peer model, healthy choices I and II, sister to sister and RESPECT-K programs geared towards prevention of new HIV infection among general, priority and most at risk population
  • Program Planning and Budgeting: Developed program work plans and budgets for effective implementation.
  • Community Health Programs: Coordinated hygiene and sanitation programs in communities and schools, including clean-up campaigns and establishment of health clubs.
  • Hygiene Practices Establishment: Set up community hygiene practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in targeted sanitation facilities.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Liaised with stakeholders including government agencies and ministries to leverage intervention areas.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Developed, edit, and finalize program curriculum, reports, and materials, documenting challenges, best practices, and success stories.
  • Information Resource: Served as an information source on program policies, procedures, and administration guidelines, particularly on Social Protection and Household Economic Strengthening.
  • Performance Monitoring: Prepared program performance presentations for Quarterly Review meetings, monitoring implementation, and supporting staff in quality programming.
  • Program Design and SOPs: Designed the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) program and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Technical Support: Provided technical support in resource mobilization through proposal writing and partnership development.

KICOSHEP-K (AMREF-Global Fund TB Project)

Program Manager
10.2016 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Project Coordination: Managed the Global Fund TB project for KICOSHEP-K, ensuring smooth implementation and achievement of project goals.
  • Support to County MOH: Coordinated support to the County Ministry of Health for quarterly TB reviews, facilitating collaboration and information sharing.
  • Data Verification: Verified data received from healthcare workers and other sources to prevent discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
  • Planning and Reporting: Collaborated with the County Ministry of Health to draft monthly and quarterly plans, reviewing data reports on contact tracing and TB interrupters.
  • Financial Management: Processed and received project-related data to advise the accounts department on payment controls, ensuring accurate and accountable financial transactions.
  • Compliance Implementation: Implemented compliance regulations and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure project integrity and adherence to guidelines.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensured compliance with rules and regulations governing the Global Fund TB project, maintaining accountability and transparency in project operations.
  • Risk Management: Identified and mitigated potential risks to project success, proactively addressing challenges to minimize impact on project outcomes.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinated with various stakeholders, including healthcare workers, ministry officials, and project beneficiaries, fostering collaboration and effective communication.
  • Quality Assurance: Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain high standards of project delivery and ensure that project activities meet predefined quality criteria.

Plan International-Nilinde Project

County Coordinator Nairobi
11.2015 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Proposal Review and Grants Management: Reviewed and managed proposals for 24 national organizations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and donor guidelines.
  • Technical Support: Provided technical support for the implementation of NILINDE Orphaned and Vulnerable Children activities, DREAMS project, and management of Service Delivery Points (SDPs) in Nairobi County.
  • Service Integration: Improved cross-sectional integration of high-quality services for vulnerable children, adolescents, young women, and their families.
  • Coordination: Supported the functionality of Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC) coordination structures at sub-county, county, and stakeholder levels.
  • Performance Oversight: Oversaw the achievement of performance targets for children, adolescents, young girls, and women, ensuring alignment with technical standards, best practices, and donor guidelines.
  • Planning and Budgeting: Developed comprehensive work plans and budgets for the implementation of quality activities for adolescent girls and young women (AGYWs).
  • Access Improvement: Improved access to quality education, psychosocial support, life skills, and community-based care for children, AGYWs, and OVC households.
  • Field Visits and Learning: Conducted field visits to support activities for children, adolescents, youth, and women, using learning to modify programming and implement graduation models for household economic sustainability.
  • Documentation: Continuously documented new developments in child programming, AGYW initiatives, and align them with proposed activities.
  • Capacity Building: Led training, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives among children's service providers, focusing on healthy choices, child protection policy, family matters, and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) policy.
  • Reporting: Strengthened reporting on children's activities through the National OVC Management Information System in the region, ensuring accurate and timely data submission.
  • Periodic Reporting: Produced periodic reports as per organizational, government, and donor requirements, providing insights into project progress and outcomes.

Child fund Kenya

Project Manager-Integrated Early Childhood Development
11.2014 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Grant Coordination: Coordinated the implementation of a United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) grant in three Hardship Counties, targeting 18 Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centers and serving 4,054 Most Vulnerable Children (MVC).
  • Infrastructure Development: Piloted the construction of three Model Integrated ECD Centers with hygiene and sanitation facilities in three counties, aligning with devolved ECD programs at the county level.
  • Hygiene Training: Trained school management, teachers, and children on proper hygiene practices to ensure a healthy learning environment.
  • Capacity Building: Built the capacity of organizations, local partners, and school managers on social intelligence reporting to strengthen systems.
  • Technical Working Group Support: Formed and provided technical support to the county ECD Technical Working Group on advocacy and resource mobilization initiatives.
  • Child Protection: Developed child protection structures and linkages with the Children’s Department, coordinating birth registration programs with the civil registrar.
  • Curriculum Dissemination: Disseminated curriculums and train peer educators on workplace policy and ECD standards to enhance program effectiveness.
  • Networking: Linked and networked with public and private partners for sustainability, leveraging ECD programs with the county government and stakeholders.
  • HIV/AIDS Reduction: Assisted the Government of Kenya (GoK) in reducing the burden of HIV/AIDS among OVC aged 0-17 years who are infected, affected, and/or living in high HIV prevalence areas.
  • HIV Prevention and Support Services: Provided quality HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support services to in-school and out-of-school children/youths and their caregivers along the continuum of care.

Child Fund Kenya (Aphiaplus Nairobi-Project)

Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s Project Officer
01.2012 - 09.2014

Job overview

  • Project Coordination: Coordinated Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s activities implemented by Aid Population Health Integrated Assistance Plus Nairobi-Coast Partners under United States Grants, focusing on new generational indicators.
  • Trainer on AFLATOUN Methodology (Financial Literacy for School-Going Children and Students): Designed and delivered training sessions based on the AFLATOUN curriculum, focusing on financial literacy, social responsibility, and life skills for children and students; Facilitated interactive learning experiences to empower young learners with the knowledge and skills to manage finances responsibly from an early age.
  • Technical Assistance: Supported government strategy and offer technical assistance to local implementing partners, sub-grantees, and Government of Kenya line ministry community teams and activities.
  • Proposal Review: Reviewed and appraised new project proposals submitted by sub-grantees to ensure alignment with project objectives and quality standards.
  • Quality Improvement: Supported and trained on Quality Improvement Standards, forming and strengthening Quality Improvement teams at community and Ministry of Health facilities.
  • Infrastructure Development: Established model hygiene and sanitation facilities in six informal settlements of Nairobi, promoting improved health practices.
  • Committee Formation: Formed WASH technical committee to enhance sustainability and effective management of water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives.
  • Community Engagement: Conducted clean-up campaigns, community action forums, and health promotion club formation in public and private schools.
  • Procurement and Distribution: Budgeted for the procurement and distribution of essential items like water guards, jerry cans, and dignity packs to beneficiaries and schools.
  • Water Infrastructure: Supported the installation of gutters for water collection in schools and targeted households, promoting water access and conservation.
  • Income Promotion: Initiated income promotion programs using low-risk activities to diversify household income and stimulate economic growth.
  • Budget Management: Managed budget planning, documentation, and reporting to ensure transparent and efficient use of project funds.
  • Partnership Strengthening: Strengthened systems to enhance linkages with private and public partnerships for sustainable project implementation and support.
  • Data Management: Supported data validation, analysis, and collation using Orphans Longitudinal Measure Information Systems, ensuring accurate and comprehensive project monitoring and evaluation.
  • School Health Programs: Coordinated school health programs, Comprehensive Life Skills and Sexuality Education (CLASSE), and psychosocial programs in schools in collaboration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the City Education Department.
  • Capacity Building: Enhanced the capacity of 12 sub-grantee Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs) to strengthen community coalitions and facilitate linkages between OVC households and critical health and material support services for 19,999 OVC in Kamukunji, Kasarani, and Starehe Sub-Counties.

ChildFund Kenya (Aphia II Nairobi-Central Project)

Community Development Facilitator
06.2008 - 12.2011

Job overview

  • Project Management: Managed the planning, implementation, and monitoring of local implementing partners' activities, including regular visits to program beneficiaries and the development of annual work plans.
  • Partnership Enhancement: Enhanced linkages, referrals, and partnerships with local implementing partners to ensure effective project implementation and coordination.
  • Government Liaison: Liaised with relevant government departments to facilitate effective project implementation and compliance with government regulations and policies.
  • Training Facilitation: Conducted training needs assessments, plan, and facilitate community training sessions on psycho-social support, adolescent reproductive health (ARH), gender-based violence (GBV), and child protection.
  • Health Service Integration: Reinforced networking between levels of care, clinical services, and communities to improve access to HIV care and treatment, sexual reproductive health (SRH), and family planning services.
  • Trainer of Trainers (TOT) on Financial Capability/Management: Led TOT sessions to build the capacity of trainers in delivering financial management training, emphasizing personal and business financial management strategies. Ensured that trainers were well-versed in techniques for teaching financial literacy and management to diverse audiences.
  • Youth-Friendly Services: Facilitated integration of sexual reproductive health/family planning services with HIV/AIDS services and enhance youth-friendly services at health facilities.
  • Counseling and Testing Programs: Supported child/youth counseling and testing programs to identify and enroll HIV-positive children/youth in support groups.
  • Resource Development: Coordinated the development of resources and materials required for project training and other activities, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Initiated and maintained strong relationships with government agencies and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for project objectives.
  • Leadership and Mentoring: Provided leadership to the project team, including mentoring and development of team members and partners to ensure project quality and goal achievement.
  • Representation: Represent the project in external meetings at the district and stakeholders' forums, advocating for project interests and sharing updates on project progress.
  • Reporting and Budget Management: Ensured preparation of quality narrative progress reports for submission to donors, manage project budgets in line with donor conditions and project plans.
  • Data Management: Oversaw data collection efforts in collaboration with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and research teams to ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection.
  • Information Dissemination: Coordinated the development and dissemination of up-to-date information, education, and communication (IEC) materials on relevant topics such as the Sex Offences Act, child protection, GBV, and ARH.
  • Learning and Awareness: Identified and document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories, and support holiday peer and community-based behavior change communication awareness activities through drama to increase uptake of SRH services.

Kisumu Urban Apostolate Program – Health Program

Assistant Project Officer
01.2006 - 06.2008

Job overview

  • Capacity Building: Trained and strengthened the capacity of teachers, counselors, and community members on psycho-social support and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) techniques.
  • Support Group Formation: Initiate the identification and formation of support groups for HIV-positive children to provide them with necessary psychosocial support and encouragement.
  • Supervision: Supervised and appraised child counselors to ensure effective delivery of services and adherence to project objectives and standards.
  • Program Monitoring: Monitored early childhood development programs, play therapy sessions, and case management activities in schools, health facilities, and the community to ensure they align with project goals.
  • Stakeholder Training: Trained and strengthened the capacity of police, local administration, children's department officials, volunteer children's officers, and locational area advisory council members to address child protection issues and provide counseling support.
  • Caregiver Support: Provided support to caregivers and orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) on succession planning and memory book projects, assisting them in documenting important life events and planning for the future.
  • Community Engagement: Facilitated community engagement activities to raise awareness about child protection issues and encourage community members to actively participate in safeguarding children's rights.
  • Data Collection: Collected and compiled data related to project activities, participant demographics, and outcomes for reporting and evaluation purposes.
  • Coordination: Coordinate with project partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries to ensure smooth implementation of project activities and effective collaboration.
  • Documentation: Assisted in the documentation of project activities, including preparing reports, case studies, and success stories to showcase project achievements and lessons learned.

Our Lady of Perpetual Support/NEEMA

Head Community Mobilizer
01.2005 - 05.2006

Job overview

  • Coordination and Supervision: Coordinated and supervised the activities of community VCT counselors to enhance HIV prevention, treatment, and care, ensuring increased uptake and improved access to services for people living with HIV.
  • Skills Development: Taught and instructed peer educators on effective communication and counseling skills, including interpersonal, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), family planning, leadership, and motivation, to empower them in their peer-to-peer interactions.
  • Support Group Formation: Facilitated the formation and strengthening of support groups for HIV-positive individuals and peer-led networks, overseeing their activities and providing necessary support.
  • Prevention Programs: Facilitated key service providers in implementing prevention with positives (PWP) programs in the community, aiming to reduce HIV transmission and promote positive living.
  • Capacity Building: Conducted capacity-building sessions on evidence-based interventions such as Healthy Choices, Family Matters program, Shuga, and I Choose Life, providing support supervision to implementers and beneficiaries to ensure effective program implementation.
  • Reporting: Prepared weekly and monthly reports on field activities and work plans for the drop-in center, documenting progress and outcomes for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
  • Community Engagement: Engaged with the community to raise awareness about HIV prevention, treatment, and care services, promoting community participation and support for HIV-positive individuals.
  • Advocacy: Advocated for the rights and needs of people living with HIV, ensuring their access to quality healthcare services and support systems.
  • Networking: Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations, to strengthen collaboration and maximize resources for HIV-related initiatives.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensured the quality and effectiveness of HIV prevention, treatment, and care services through regular monitoring, evaluation, and feedback mechanisms, aiming to continuously improve service delivery.

Coast Montessori College

Lecturer
01.2003 - 10.2003

Job overview

  • Teacher Training: Provided training to trainee teachers on the philosophy and curriculum development of the Montessori system of early childhood education, ensuring they understand the underlying principles and practices.
  • Early Childhood Development: Conducted training sessions on early childhood development, focusing on the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of child growth and learning.
  • Play and Learning Materials: Trained teachers in the development and use of play-based learning materials that are essential for facilitating hands-on, experiential learning experiences in the Montessori classroom.
  • Supervision and Appraisal: Supervised and appraised trainee teachers who are attached to the educational institution, providing guidance, feedback, and support to ensure their professional growth and development in line with Montessori principles.
  • Curriculum Implementation: Assisted in the implementation of the Montessori curriculum, ensuring that teaching methods and materials align with the philosophy and objectives of the educational approach.
  • Classroom Management: Provided guidance on effective classroom management techniques within the Montessori framework, promoting a child-centered learning environment that fosters independence, exploration, and discovery.
  • Pedagogical Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in Montessori pedagogy, drawing on theoretical knowledge and practical experience to enhance teaching and learning practices in early childhood education settings.
  • Professional Development: Engaged in continuous professional development activities to stay abreast of current research, best practices, and innovations in Montessori education, further enhancing teaching effectiveness and instructional quality.
  • Collaboration: Collaborated with colleagues, administrators, and parents to create a supportive and collaborative learning community that prioritizes the holistic development of each child.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Developed and implemented assessment strategies to evaluate children's progress and development in the Montessori classroom, using observation, documentation, and reflection to inform instructional planning and decision-making.

Education

HSS-Pyramid Learning

Project Management from Development Sector
09-2024

University Overview

Kenya Institute of Management

Certification from Strategic Management and Leadership
12-2023

University Overview

The University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Psychology and Communication
12-2015

University Overview

Kenya Association of Professional Counseling

Higher Diploma from Counseling Studies
01-2011

University Overview

Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling

Certificate from Psychological Counseling
12-2005

University Overview

Coast Montessori College

Certificate from Early childhood development
01-2003

University Overview

Ngere High School

Kenya Certificate from Secondary Education
01-2000

University Overview

Skills

Presentation and Communication: Proficient in delivering effective presentations and communication, particularly in the context of dynamic integrated community development interventions and proposal development

Grants Management and Technical Leadership: Experienced in reviewing grants proposals, conducting institutional capacity assessments, and appraising sub-grantees Additionally, skilled in providing technical leadership to staff involved in implementing humanitarian programs

Child Protection Model Development: Instrumental in developing, coordinating, and implementing the Community Strengths-Based Child Protection Model, aimed at addressing issues related to child abuse and neglect

Research Skills: Possesses strong research methods skills, including expertise in sampling, quantitative and qualitative research design, and data analysis

Program Oversight and Capacity Building: Played a pivotal role in overseeing program implementation, capacity building initiatives, market access facilitation, and advocacy efforts, all while aligning with the organization's mission and vision

Data Management and Evaluation: Exceptional technical proficiency in data management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), survey design, mapping, and program evaluation

Report and Proposal Writing: Proficient in producing high-quality reports and proposals, reflecting strong writing skills and the ability to articulate complex information effectively

Transport and logistics: Management of delivery fleets to the customers and B,C1 driver with 10 plus years experince

Timeline

CEO, Business Development and Social Entrepreneur
Think Trail Center Limited
01.2023 - Current
Program Manager
Ubuntu Company Limited
08.2020 - 11.2022
Project Proposal Developer and WASH Manager
Africa Development Aid South Sudan
01.2020 - 07.2020
OVC Coordinator
COPTIC HOSPITAL-HOPE CENTRE DREAMS PROJECT
10.2018 - 12.2019
Program Manager
KICOSHEP-K (AMREF-Global Fund TB Project)
10.2016 - 08.2018
County Coordinator Nairobi
Plan International-Nilinde Project
11.2015 - 09.2016
Project Manager-Integrated Early Childhood Development
Child fund Kenya
11.2014 - 05.2016
Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s Project Officer
Child Fund Kenya (Aphiaplus Nairobi-Project)
01.2012 - 09.2014
Community Development Facilitator
ChildFund Kenya (Aphia II Nairobi-Central Project)
06.2008 - 12.2011
Assistant Project Officer
Kisumu Urban Apostolate Program – Health Program
01.2006 - 06.2008
Head Community Mobilizer
Our Lady of Perpetual Support/NEEMA
01.2005 - 05.2006
Lecturer
Coast Montessori College
01.2003 - 10.2003
Kenya Institute of Management
Certification from Strategic Management and Leadership
The University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Psychology and Communication
Kenya Association of Professional Counseling
Higher Diploma from Counseling Studies
Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling
Certificate from Psychological Counseling
Coast Montessori College
Certificate from Early childhood development
Ngere High School
Kenya Certificate from Secondary Education
HSS-Pyramid Learning
Project Management from Development Sector

References

References
Patricia, Nzioka, Service Delivery Manager, patomboto@gmail.com, 0721 401936, Christian Aid
Dennis Omondi OkelloSocial Enterprise and Humanitarian Development Leader