KIBET M JOSHUA
Nakuru
Summary
Results-driven professional with 6+ years of proven experience leading donor-funded conservation and community development projects in forest-adjacent communities across Kenya. Demonstrated expertise in ecosystem management, stakeholder coordination, and participatory approaches with government agencies, CBOs, and marginalized communities. Strong track record in financial management, partnership building, and capacity development with women, youth, and indigenous groups in natural resource management sectors.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Programme Officer - Community Conservation & Rights Project
ActionAid International Kenya
Nakuru, Kenya
01.2019 - Current
- Led implementation of multi-outcome conservation project reaching 1,800+ beneficiaries across forest-adjacent tea-growing communities in Nakuru ecosystem
- Coordinated cross-functional project teams and managed partnerships with county government departments (Agriculture, Gender, Lands, Health) and Community Forest Associations (CFAs)
- Delivered 100% compliance in donor reporting cycles, maintaining adherence to strict financial regulations and timeline requirements
- Developed and executed quarterly work plans and budgets in collaboration with finance teams
- Designed and implemented participatory approaches for community-led conservation planning with 30+ organized community groups
- Built technical capacity of 90+ community-based trainers in sustainable natural resource management and conservation practices
- Facilitated establishment of community governance structures including women's networks and youth groups for forest management participation
- Led over 100 community sensitization sessions on land rights, environmental sustainability, and ecosystem conservation
- Coordinated implementation of climate-resilient livelihood programs (beekeeping, sustainable agriculture, livestock management) promoting income diversification while supporting forest conservation
- Supported development of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) strengthening community financial systems and conservation investments
- Facilitated community access to sustainable forest products and alternative nature-positive enterprises
- Built and maintained strategic relationships with government agencies, CFAs, and local organizations to advance ecosystem management objectives
- Represented organization at county-level meetings and workshops on forest conservation and community development
- Coordinated with partner organizations to ensure integrated service delivery and avoid duplication of efforts
Agricultural Systems Data Officer
Elgon Tea & Coffee Ltd
Kitale
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Collected and analyzed compliance data from 800+ smallholder farmers in forest-adjacent agricultural systems
- Collaborated with field agents to improve sustainable farming practices and environmental compliance metrics
- Supported development of climate-adaptive agricultural practices reducing pressure on forest resources
Research Assistant - Agroforestry Systems
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)
Kericho
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Conducted baseline surveys on agroforestry practices and climate adaptation in forest ecosystems
- Supported data synthesis for climate resilience research in mountain forest environments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Eldoret
Eldoret01.2015
Skills
- Programme Design, Implementation & Monitoring
- Climate Resilience & Livelihood Diversification
- Gender Equality, GBV Prevention & Safeguarding
- Multi-Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Influence
- Participatory Rural Appraisal & Community Mobilization
- Budgeting, Procurement & Financial Compliance
- Training Facilitation & Capacity Building
- Community Forest Association (CFA) Coordination
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed donor-funded conservation projects with 100% financial compliance across multiple reporting cycles.
- Established 30+ community conservation groups in forest-adjacent areas with strong women and youth representation.
- Built strategic partnerships with county departments and CFAs advancing integrated ecosystem management.
- Mentored 90+ community leaders in participatory forest governance and sustainable resource management.
- Implemented climate-resilient livelihood programs supporting community conservation while improving household incomes.
Technical Skills And Certifications
- Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) Training
- Project Management
- Donor-funded project implementation and financial management
- Participatory planning and community engagement methodologies
- Monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks
- Forest ecosystem management principles
- Climate adaptation and resilience planning
- Sustainable agriculture and livelihood systems
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Certification
- ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
- Agricultural Extension and Tea Husbandry
- Computer Applications & Financial Management Systems
References
- Benard Kirui, Factory Manager, Elgon Tea & Coffee Ltd, r.b.kirui@elgonteas.com, +254 724381561
- Mr. Clement A. Okia (PhD), Scientist/Country Representative, ICRAF Uganda, c.okia@cgiar.org, +256 755588200/+256 414220611
- Dr. Anderson Kipkoech, HOD, Agricultural Economics, University of Eldoret, hodaerd@uold.ac.ke, 0532063111
Timeline
Programme Officer - Community Conservation & Rights Project
ActionAid International Kenya
01.2019 - Current
Agricultural Systems Data Officer
Elgon Tea & Coffee Ltd
03.2017 - 11.2018
Research Assistant - Agroforestry Systems
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)
09.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Eldoret
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