FRANCIS NGURU NGUMBA
Agribusiness Specialist And Knowledge Manager
Nairobi
Summary
I am a skilled agribusiness and knowledge management specialist with over 13 years of experience. I am passionate about the people agenda; developing and implementing projects and trainings that bring value to people through engagement that leads to understanding and growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Technical Specialist
Agribusiness Research, AIAR
Nairobi
10.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented the organization’s trainings and business advisory services
- Co-facilitated and trained over 133 participants in agribusiness through the company’s boot camp services
- Reviewed technical documents and collaborated on customized design to achieve process improvement and compliance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Wrote research papers, reports and summaries regarding the outcomes of the organizations agribusiness bootcamps.
- Collaborated with teams to strategize and implement projects and research activities.
- Facilitated communication between internal personnel and our clients for project cohesion and new business.
Founder
ICASE Ventures Consultancy
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Established a consultancy firm that provided research support to Individuals and organization.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
Project Assistant
Cereal Growers Association, CGA
07.2012 - 10.2013
- Supported in organizing and facilitating farmer training
- Coordinated various organization partners in the development and implementation of research projects
- Handled administrative duties, filing and errands.
- Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts and presentations
- Updated the association's website and main corporate blog.
- Created and updated the association's farmer member database
Debt Collector & Credit Assistant
NIC Bank
03.2008 - 08.2010
- Used scripted conversation prompts to convey current account information and obtain payments.
- Set up drafts and processed immediate payments after conducting thorough research and analysis of account.
- Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
- Monitored accounts for compliance with established payment plans and flagged non-compliances.
- Notified co-signers of delinquent accounts to assist in collecting payments.
Subject Matter Specialist
Ministry of Agriculture
Kiambu
05.2006 - 07.2006
- Supported in creation of various farm enterprise profitability analysis
- Co-ordination farmer field days within the region
- Facilitation of farmers training by both extension officers as well as private organization
Education
Certificate - Knowledge Management For Sustainable Development
Forum For Agricultural Research in Africa
Accra, Ghana 09.2021 - 12.2022
Certificate on Kingdom Leadership by -
Ubalozi Kenya
Nairobi 12.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics and Resource Management
Moi University, School of Business And Economics
Eldoret 04.2003 - 10.2007
Skills
Project planning and project development
undefinedAccomplishments
- Co-developed the National Livestock Knowledge Management Strategy for the State Department for Livestock that will be used in the establishment of the Livestock Knowledge Management Centre in Kenya
- Advocated for Knowledge Inclusion and Adoption of Viable Business Models in the Creation and Dissemination of Knowledge within National Agricultural Research Services (NARS) in Africa
- Creation of a credit access program for the small informal businesses struggling during the Covid-19 pandemic in Accra, Ghana under the Hope City Church, City Hearts program
- Developed the value chain analysis for the proposal for the Common African Agropacks Program (CAAPs) by the African Union
- Developed 18 High-Level case studies for the Certificate Program in Management and Innovation for Agribusiness Entrepreneurs in United State International University - Africa
Timeline
Certificate - Knowledge Management For Sustainable Development
Forum For Agricultural Research in Africa
09.2021 - 12.2022
Certificate on Kingdom Leadership by -
Ubalozi Kenya
12.2017 - 12.2017
Technical Specialist
Agribusiness Research, AIAR
10.2016 - Current
Founder
ICASE Ventures Consultancy
01.2014 - 10.2016
Project Assistant
Cereal Growers Association, CGA
07.2012 - 10.2013
Debt Collector & Credit Assistant
NIC Bank
03.2008 - 08.2010
Subject Matter Specialist
Ministry of Agriculture
05.2006 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics and Resource Management
Moi University, School of Business And Economics
04.2003 - 10.2007
Publications and Research
Advocating for Knowledge Inclusion and Adoption of Viable Business Models in the Creation and Dissemination of Knowledge within National Agricultural Research Services (NARS) Policy Brief: https://library.faraafrica.org/2022/07/22/advocating-for-knowledge-inclusion-and-adoption-of-viable-business-models-in-the-creation-and-dissemination-of-knowledge-within-national-agricultural-research-services-nars-policy-brief/
Agriprenuers determined to Increase access to nutritious Foods in Kenya through improved Business practices: Five Success Stories of gain’s Community of Practice members: http://www.ai- ar.org/book/agri-preneurs-determined-to-increase-access/
Certificate Program in Management and Innovation for Agribusiness Entrepreneurs Alumni Case Study booklet: http://erepo.usiu.ac.ke/handle/11732/2854
Engendered Business Advisory Services: Availing Quality & Affordable Nutritious foods: http://www.ai-ar.org/book/aiar-gain-business-advisory/
Wajane Report 2017: https://wajaneinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Wajane-Training- report.pdf
Referees
Nkurumah Mauncho
Managing Director
Kantara Solutions Ltd
Tel: +254703913923
Benjamin Abugri
Knowledge Manager
Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa
Tel: +233201734038
Professor William O. Ograra
Department of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology
University of Nairobi
Tel: +254722719828
Publications and Research
Advocating for Knowledge Inclusion and Adoption of Viable Business Models in the Creation and Dissemination of Knowledge within National Agricultural Research Services (NARS) Policy Brief: https://library.faraafrica.org/2022/07/22/advocating-for-knowledge-inclusion-and-adoption-of-viable-business-models-in-the-creation-and-dissemination-of-knowledge-within-national-agricultural-research-services-nars-policy-brief/
Agriprenuers determined to Increase access to nutritious Foods in Kenya through improved Business practices: Five Success Stories of gain’s Community of Practice members: http://www.ai- ar.org/book/agri-preneurs-determined-to-increase-access/
Certificate Program in Management and Innovation for Agribusiness Entrepreneurs Alumni Case Study booklet: http://erepo.usiu.ac.ke/handle/11732/2854
Engendered Business Advisory Services: Availing Quality & Affordable Nutritious foods: http://www.ai-ar.org/book/aiar-gain-business-advisory/
Wajane Report 2017: https://wajaneinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Wajane-Training- report.pdf
Referees
Nkurumah Mauncho
Managing Director
Kantara Solutions Ltd
Tel: +254703913923
Benjamin Abugri
Knowledge Manager
Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa
Tel: +233201734038
Professor William O. Ograra
Department of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology
University of Nairobi
Tel: +254722719828
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