Eunice Jemalel Nyavanga
Deanside,Australia
Summary
Experienced educator, administrator, and clinical psychologist with over 20 years of secondary school teaching, 10 years in administrative leadership focused on drug and substance abuse prevention, and 14 years of clinical practice in hospitals and rehabilitation settings. Recently the head of department at The Technical University of Kenya, with 12 years of university-level teaching and research. Holder of a Bachelor's in Psychology Counselling, a Master's, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Dedicated to improving mental health and educational outcomes through innovative practices and comprehensive support systems. Engaged in volunteer work among refugees in Kenya, especially from Congo, Southern Sudan, and Ethiopia, living in Kenya, providing psychosocial support and psychoeducation especially women undergoing domestic violence from January 2012 to January 2024. Additionally, during the COVID-19 pandemic, provided crucial psychosocial support to the community, focusing on individuals with traumatic experiences due to war and losses. Volunteered in community outreach programs, helping individuals with mental illness, including drug and substance abuse disorders, by giving referrals, providing psychoeducation in residential rehabilitation centers, and offering psychoeducation to family members. Versatile manager with background in coordinating diverse teams and managing complex projects. Skilled in strategic planning, operational improvement, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining high standards of quality. Successfully implemented innovative solutions that resulted in positive organizational changes. Seasoned Department Manager with relevant experience in overseeing daily operations, improving process efficiencies and leading productive teams. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated success in implementing new processes to enhance operational performance. Strong ability to inspire team members while maintaining focus on achieving departmental objectives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Department, Clinical Psychology
The Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Lead departmental initiatives and academic programs
- Oversee curriculum development and research projects
- Mentor faculty and students in clinical psychology practices
- Coordinate with university administration on policy development
- Organized quarterly meetings with senior management to review departmental goals and objectives.
- Monitored and reported on departmental performance metrics, adjusting strategies as necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations across multiple teams.
- Assisted Human Resources in recruiting qualified candidates for open positions within the Department.
- Created monthly schedules for staff members to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology
The Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Conduct lectures and seminars on clinical psychology
- Supervise graduate, post-graduate and doctoral research projects
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals
- Serve on academic committees and boards
- Facilitated collaborations between departments or universities through external partnerships.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Assisted colleagues with grant writing processes or other administrative tasks.
- Advised undergraduate and graduate students on academic matters such as course selection and career paths.
- Provided professional development workshops for adjunct instructors within the department.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Attended conferences to present findings from research studies conducted by faculty members.
- Supervised dissertational research work to assist research publication process.
- Advised students in personal matters, driving academics, attendance and behaviors.
- Supervised work of postgraduate students by supporting research.
- Created materials for online learning platforms used by students across multiple campuses.
- Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
- Maintained students' attendance records, grades and reports in strict confidence.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.
- Supervised graduate student research projects in support of their dissertations.
- Developed and taught courses in the fields of Anthropology, Sociology, and Cultural Studies.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
- Integrated technology into regular classroom use for student engagement and learning.
Volunteer Work giving Psychosocial Support & Psychoeducation
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2012 - 01.2024
- Organizing and conducting workshops and seminars on various topics related to mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence
- Facilitating support groups where individuals can share their experiences and support each other in a safe and structured environment
- Providing personalized support through individual counseling and mentorship programs
- Running campaigns to raise awareness and educate the broader community about mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence
- Conducting training sessions for healthcare professionals, community leaders, and other stakeholders to better support their communities
- Incorporating educational content into recreational activities to make learning engaging and accessible
- Providing information and referrals to appropriate services and resources for those in need
- Reaching out to underserved or hard-to-reach populations to ensure they have access to psychoeducational resources
- Establishing programs to provide immediate support and intervention for individuals in crisis situations
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology
Kenya Methodist University
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2009 - 01.2023
- Conduct lectures and seminars on clinical psychology
- Supervise graduate, post-graduate and doctoral research projects
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals
- Serve on academic committees and boards
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Advised undergraduate and graduate students on academic matters such as course selection and career paths.
- Designed comprehensive assessment plans aligned with curricular objectives set forth by accrediting agencies.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Collaborated with professors to manage education projects from start to finish.
- Attended conferences to present findings from research studies conducted by faculty members.
- Supervised dissertational research work to assist research publication process.
- Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
- Participated in university initiatives designed to increase diversity among faculty members.
- Supervised work of postgraduate students by supporting research.
- Created materials for online learning platforms used by students across multiple campuses.
- Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
- Maintained students' attendance records, grades and reports in strict confidence.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.
- Implemented strategies aimed at improving student engagement during lectures or discussions.
- Supervised graduate student research projects in support of their dissertations.
- Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
- Coordinated with department staff to ensure proper scheduling of classes and events.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Practicing Clinical Psychologist
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2009 - 01.2023
- Provided therapeutic services to patients with substance abuse and mental health issues
- Developed treatment plans and conducted therapy sessions
- Collaborated with medical professionals for holistic patient care
- Conducted workshops and training for healthcare staff
- Provided individualized assessments of clients' psychological functioning, including cognitive ability testing and personality assessment.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Participated in research projects related to mental health conditions or therapies.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress towards goals set by clinicians.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Developed specialized programs tailored towards meeting the unique needs of specific populations such as veterans or seniors.
- Worked on outside cases by consulting with different doctors, therapists and clinical staff.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute mental health issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of urgent assistance.
- Attended continuing education conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in clinical psychology.
- Monitored patient response to medication regimens and adjust dosages accordingly.
- Consulted with attorneys regarding psychological evaluations needed for court cases.
- Trained newly hired psychologists on clinic standards and procedures.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs.
- Provided educational and outreach programs, prevention talks and other presentations to social service agencies, businesses and general public audiences.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Conducted psychoeducational seminars at local schools or community centers on topics such as adolescent development or substance abuse prevention.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions with students to build trust and deliver therapeutic support.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to develop strategies to combat anxiety.
- Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
- Reviewed medical charts or legal documents related to a patient's case history prior to providing treatment services.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as stress management, anger management and coping skills.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatment options.
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals, couples and families to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Communicated progress to teachers, parents and guardians, addressing concerns on areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Offered referrals to additional resources such as support groups or community organizations when appropriate.
- Provided occupational, educational and other informational services to individuals to aid in making educational or vocational plans.
- Partnered with teachers to create individualized education plans to meet students' learning needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Supervised interns learning clinical psychology techniques from an experienced practitioner's perspective.
- Advised caregivers on how best to support their loved ones during the recovery process.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Administrator, Wellbeing Department (Drug and Substance Abuse)
Teachers Service Commission
, Kenya
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Headed initiatives to prevent drug and substance abuse among students
- Implemented wellbeing programs and policies
- Conducted seminars and workshops for students, parents, and staff
- Managed crisis intervention and counseling services
- A member of the staff and other employees disciplinary committee
- Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks and managing workload distribution.
- Responded promptly to customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements.
- Created presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint for management team members.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Improved office organization by developing filing system and customer database protocols.
- Developed spreadsheets to track project progress, budgets and other related data.
- Handled correspondence, including drafting emails, memos, and reports for senior management.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Prepared presentations using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Monitored emails, sorted mail and distributed correspondence accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the office environment.
- Maintained filing system for important documents such as contracts and invoices.
- Answered incoming calls and responded to customer inquiries.
- Implemented filing systems to improve document organization and retrieval.
- Provided general administrative support to staff members.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended training programs for staff development.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Secondary School Teacher
, Kenya
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Skills of a Secondary School Teacher and Deputy Head Teacher
- Ability to create and maintain a positive learning environment
- Skilled in managing student behavior and implementing discipline strategies
- Expertise in organizing classroom resources and time efficiently
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, tests, and grading assignments.
- Reviewed academic records to develop complete understanding of each student's abilities and initiated learning solutions to address areas of concern.
- Created lesson plans that met state curriculum standards while also being engaging and relevant to students.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Adapted lessons according to varying levels of comprehension among students.
- Monitored student growth and academic process.
- Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level science students.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and report cards for many students.
- Identified students' needs and cooperated with other professional staff members to develop solutions for health, behavioral and learning challenges.
- Supervised after-school clubs like chess or debate teams.
- Facilitated group discussions on course topics to promote critical thinking skills.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Provided individual and small group instruction in order to adapt curriculum to needs of each pupil.
- Kept regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Organized field trips to enhance student learning experiences outside of the classroom.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
- Attended professional development courses related to teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, test scores.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and behavior issues.
- Encouraged a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations for students.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
- Motivated underperforming students by providing personalized feedback on their work.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the school district.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Clinical Psychology
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya12-2012
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Clinical Psychology
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya12-2008
Bachelor of Psychology - Counselling
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya12-2005
Diploma in Education - Humanities
Siriba Teachers College
Maseno, Kenya07-1985
Skills
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Program Development and Administration
- Academic Research and Teaching
- Leadership and Mentoring
- Public Speaking and Workshop Facilitation
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Teaching and Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention and Management
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Advocacy and Awareness Raising
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Empathy and Compassion
- Active Listener
- Curriculum development
- Research techniques
- Data analysis
- Student assessment
- Policy formulation
- Employee mentorship
- Workshop facilitation
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership skills
- Team building
- Personnel training and development
- Time management
- Task delegation
- Performance evaluation
- Performance management
- Staff development
- Training and mentoring
- Department leadership
- Work planning and organization
- Departmental activities
- Team leadership
- Relationship building and management
- Supervisor
- Behavioral interventions
- Classroom management
- Community outreach
- Verbal and written communication
- Student engagement
- Assessment analysis
- Recordkeeping
- Instructional design
- Progress reporting
- Teaching strategies
Affiliations
Clinical Psychologists Association of Kenya (CPAK)
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Ministry of Health, Kenya, 2024
- Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, NACADA, 2010
References
Available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Department, Clinical Psychology
The Technical University of Kenya
01.2023 - 01.2024
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology
The Technical University of Kenya
01.2013 - 01.2024
Volunteer Work giving Psychosocial Support & Psychoeducation
01.2012 - 01.2024
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology
Kenya Methodist University
01.2009 - 01.2023
Practicing Clinical Psychologist
01.2009 - 01.2023
Administrator, Wellbeing Department (Drug and Substance Abuse)
Teachers Service Commission
01.2002 - 01.2012
Secondary School Teacher
01.1997 - 01.2001
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Clinical Psychology
University of Nairobi
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Clinical Psychology
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Psychology - Counselling
University of Nairobi
Diploma in Education - Humanities
Siriba Teachers College
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