Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Accomplishments
Key Achievements
Timeline
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Faith

Portfolio Manager
Nairobi
Faith

Summary

Strategic and impact-focused Portfolio Manager with over a decade of experience leading complex humanitarian and development programs across health, disaster response, and livelihoods sectors. Skilled in portfolio oversight, donor engagement, multi-stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver high-impact, donor-aligned projects in challenging environments. Adept at using data-driven approaches for monitoring and evaluation, risk management, and sustainability planning.

Results-driven public administration professional with extensive experience in overseeing county operations and implementing policies that improve community services. Known for fostering team collaboration and driving results, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and regulatory compliance.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
2026
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
2
Languages

Work History

Kenya Red Cross Society

Program Manager & County Manager
03.2023 - Current

Job overview


  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Led the planning, budgeting, and coordination of donor-funded programs across Livelihoods, Health (Risk Communication and Community Engagement), and Disaster Preparedness sectors.
  • Supervised a multidisciplinary team of 30+ staff and 650+ volunteers and Members across program activities.
  • Directed Risk Communication and Community
    Engagement (RCCE) campaigns on Mpox and Polio reaching over 11,000 community members through targeted outreach.
  • Resolved inclusion discrepancies and led transparent community feedback forums to address beneficiary selection concerns.
  • Oversaw procurement, distribution, and Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) of livestock to 800 women groups under the Livelihood Recovery Project.
  • Coordinated multi-sector food relief distribution informed by vulnerability mapping.
  • Executed the first Charity Golf Event in Machakos County to replenish the disaster response fund.
  • Raised funds and procured the first County Project Response Vehicle, improving mobility and emergency logistics.

Kenya Red Cross Society

Procurement & County Administrator
11.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Procurement & Compliance:
    Streamlined procurement processes for multi-donor projects, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Vendor & Contract Management:
    Supported contract negotiations, vendor coordination, and financial tracking through Navision ERP, enhancing transparency and accountability.
  • Infrastructure Coordination:
    Facilitated county-level infrastructure improvements to upgrade public spaces and transportation systems.
  • Administrative & Inventory Support:
    Managed office supply inventory and coordinated distribution with project teams to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Financial & Logistical Coordination:
    Oversaw invoice routing, tracked vendor payments, and organized meeting logistics, including agenda preparation and on-site arrangements.

Kenya Red Cross Society

Project Assistant - NCDs, COVAX, UCRB
10.2020 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Project Coordination & Implementation:
    Effectively supported the implementation of health and crisis response projects (NCD in Crisis, UCRB, COVAX) by managing timelines, budgets, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:
    Led documentation efforts, developed project plans, tracked progress, created status reports, and ensured timely data updates to support evidence-based decision-making and donor reporting.
  • Stakeholder & Partner Engagement:
    Built and maintained strong partnerships with the Ministry of Health, Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS), county health departments, Danish Red Cross, and other NCD stakeholders to enhance project impact and reach.
  • Community Outreach & Capacity Building:
    Mobilized communities, trained CHPs/CHAs, organized COVID-19 vaccine outreach programs, and drove behavior change communication on health practices like hand hygiene and vaccination.
  • Financial & Resource Management:
    Assisted in budget preparation, monitored expenditures, sourced vendors, and ensured optimal allocation and use of financial and material resources within project scopes.
  • Administrative & Technical Support:
    Managed calendars, scheduled meetings, transcribed minutes, and used tools like Excel and Google Docs to support documentation, logistics, and operational efficiency.
  • Compliance, Risk & Process Improvement:
    Identified project risks, ensured compliance with organizational standards, reviewed procedures, and contributed to continuous process improvement and project quality assurance.

Apollo Agriculture, TNS-RMS, USIU, Mobile World Ltd, IDS Ltd

ICT & Customer Experience Roles
08.2012 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Customer Service & Relationship Management
    Resolved customer concerns on orders, billing, and product delivery, maintained service quality, and supported retention through timely follow-ups and personalized support.
  • Technical Support & Troubleshooting
    Provided in-person and remote IT support, resolving software, hardware, and network issues. Installed systems, upgraded hardware, and conducted preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
  • CRM & Documentation
    Maintained accurate customer records in internal databases, created service reports, and monitored KPIs to support targeted marketing, up-selling, and service improvement.
  • ICT Infrastructure & Network Coordination
    Managed ICT operations in regional offices, oversaw CCTV installations, network setups, and coordinated system rollouts, particularly in Central-Rift Valley region.
  • Training & Capacity Building
    Conducted product and IT training for clients and internal personnel, enhancing user proficiency and supporting adoption of systems and tools.
  • Operations & Project Coordination
    Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement engineering, safety, and ICT projects—ensuring compliance, resource allocation, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Strategic Support & Brand Promotion
    Promoted brand awareness through customer-facing engagements, tailored solutions, and process improvements that enhanced service delivery and contributed to food security initiatives.

Education

Kenyatta University

MBA from Project Management

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

BSc from Computer Science
08.2008 - 10.2013

International Business Management Institute (IBMI)

Diploma from Project Management

Skills

Emergency management

Certification

PMP Certification (In Progress) - PMI

References

  • Caleb, Kirui, Dr., kirui.caleb@ku.ac.ke, +254 722 685986, Kenyatta University
  • Martin, Ayoo, mayoo@nhif.or.ke, +254 722 860236, NHIF
  • Nixon, Sekoh, nsekoh71@gmail.com, +254 721 912006, Equity Bank Ltd
  • Kevin, Ngereso, ngereso.kevin@redcross.or.ke, +254 720 823679, Kenya Red Cross Society
  • Evelyn, Munyao, munyao.evelyn@redcross.or.ke, +254 722 948298, Kenya Red Cross Society
  • Benson, Waweru Wanjama, wanjama@readosom.org, +254 723 539332, READO

Accomplishments

  • Author: RSIS International Journal Article https://www.rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss/digital-library/volume-iv-issue-xi.
  • https://x.com/KenyaRedCross/status/1667386949982666752?s=20
  • linkedin.com/in/faithkavuli


Key Achievements

  • Raised funds and procured the first County Project Response Vehicle, improving mobility and emergency logistics.
  • Executed the first Charity Golf Event in Machakos County to replenish the disaster response fund.
  • Coordinated multi-sector food relief distribution informed by vulnerability mapping.
  • Oversaw procurement, distribution, and post-distribution monitoring of livestock to 800 women groups under the Livelihood Recovery Project.
  • Resolved inclusion discrepancies and led transparent community feedback forums to address beneficiary selection concerns.
  • Successfully organized and led the first Power of Humanity Walk in Machakos County, rallying support against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The event, held in partnership with UNFPA, No One Out, Inua Dada, and the Machakos County Government, marked a key milestone in community advocacy. https://x.com/KenyaRedCross/status/1667386949982666752
  • Portfolio lead for Polio, Mpox, and Livelihood Recovery interventions across Machakos County.
  • Delivered Risk Communication and Community Engagement outreach to over 11,000 community members across 4 sub-counties.
  • Oversaw full project lifecycle including Post-Distribution Monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability plannin

Timeline

Program Manager & County Manager

Kenya Red Cross Society
03.2023 - Current

Procurement & County Administrator

Kenya Red Cross Society
11.2022 - 03.2023

Project Assistant - NCDs, COVAX, UCRB

Kenya Red Cross Society
10.2020 - 11.2022

ICT & Customer Experience Roles

Apollo Agriculture, TNS-RMS, USIU, Mobile World Ltd, IDS Ltd
08.2012 - 09.2020

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

BSc from Computer Science
08.2008 - 10.2013

International Business Management Institute (IBMI)

Diploma from Project Management
01.2021

Kenyatta University

MBA from Project Management
01.2020

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