ELIZABETH MWENDE NGAVA
Mombasa
Summary
I am highly organized and adaptable administrative professional with 15 years’ experience in public administration and executive support roles. Proven track record in coordinating high-level government programs, strategic communication, policy dissemination, and leadership support at national and county levels. Recognized for exemplary service during key national assignments, crisis management, and international diplomacy representation. Adept at multitasking, fostering inter-agency coordination, and delivering results under pressure. Seeking a leadership role in international development or government consultancy that allows me to contribute to impactful governance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Administration Officer
Kenya School of Government
11.2019 - Current
- Serve as key liaison between the Director General and Directors/Heads of Department
- Oversee protocol management for visiting high-level officials
- Draft official communication, reports, and correspondence for the DG
- Maintain compliance in policy implementation, dispatches, and timelines
- Prepare minutes and monitor implementation of DG’s directives
- Hold brief for the Manager, Administration Services
Administration Officer
Kenya School of Government
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Provided administrative and logistical support to the DG’s office
- Drafted official communication and ensured regulatory compliance
- Coordinated DG’s meetings and documented key action points
- Managed protocol functions and facilitated timely correspondence
District Officer / Assistant County Commissioner
Ministry of Interior & Coordination of National Government
03.2010 - 02.2018
- Coordinated government development programs at the sub-county level
- Managed public order, security, and conflict resolution initiatives
- Led disaster response operations and coordinated peace-building forums
- Organized state functions and mobilized inter-agency collaboration
Intern – Protocol Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
04.2007 - 07.2007
- Served as Protocol Officer during the 12th COMESA Summit (First Ladies Round Table)
- Supported administration across directorates (Europe & Commonwealth, Middle East, Americas)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations, Minor: Management
United States International University – Africa
08.2007
Certificate - Computer Proficiency
Horizon Institute of Professional Studies
08.2003
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Pangani Girls’ School
11.2002
Master of Arts - Diplomacy
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya09-2026
Skills
- Public Administration & Policy Implementation
- High-Level Executive Support
- Protocol & Diplomacy
- Strategic Communication
- Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution
- Disaster & Emergency Coordination
- Minute Writing & Monitoring
- Leadership & Mentorship
Certification
- Kenya School of Government – Nov 2021: Strategic Leadership Development Program (SLDP)
- Kenya School of Government – Dec 2019: Senior Management Course (SMC)
- Kenya School of Government – Feb 2019: Strategic Communication & Media Management
- International Peace Support Training Centre – July 2015: Governance & Diplomacy for Peace and Security (GDPS)
- Kenya School of Adventure & Leadership – April 2015: Leadership Development Course
- Administration Police Senior Staff College – April 2015: Paramilitary Course for National Government Administrative Officers
- Kenya Institute of Administration – March 2010: Administrative Officers’ Induction
References
- Ludeki, Chweya, Prof., 0721849684, 0702168290, Kenya School of Government & Senior Lecturer in Political Science & Public Administration, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya, Associate Professor
- Patrick M., Maluki, Prof., 07222626286, Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies & Council Chairperson, Foreign Service Academy, Ministry of Foreign & Diaspora Affairs, Nairobi, Kenya, Director
Accomplishments
- Mentor for newly recruited administrative officers (KESAL, 2015)
- Successfully oversaw two peaceful general elections in a volatile sub-county (2017)
- Represented Kenya School of Government in bilateral negotiations with the Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) and Angola in 2023.
Affiliations
Member, Kenya Association of Public Administration and Management (KAPAM)
Timeline
Principal Administration Officer
Kenya School of Government
11.2019 - Current
Administration Officer
Kenya School of Government
02.2018 - 10.2019
District Officer / Assistant County Commissioner
Ministry of Interior & Coordination of National Government
03.2010 - 02.2018
Intern – Protocol Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
04.2007 - 07.2007
Certificate - Computer Proficiency
Horizon Institute of Professional Studies
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Pangani Girls’ School
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations, Minor: Management
United States International University – Africa
Master of Arts - Diplomacy
University of Nairobi
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