KIIGE Daniel

Duties

• General managerial duties of the firm including chairing of management meetings, development of company objectives and targets and co-ordination of all company departments.
• Development of networks and strategies relating to the company core business including negotiation of partnerships.
• Lead in the development of ESG Reports for World Bank and AfDB funded projects across various sectors including infrastructure, water & sanitation, energy, manufacturing among others.
• Co-ordination and Development of Environmental and Safety Management Systems for various institutions for ISO 14001 & 18001 Certification
• Technical advisory on E&S regulations and guidelines, guidance on Climate-related Risk Management, ESG Disclosures, Sustainability Disclosures, Performance Standards, World Bank EHS guidelines and SDGs, development of E&S Risk Assessment Reports,
• Lead Expert for Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) and Environmental Auditing including reports compilation, submission and follow-up with relevant agencies.

Achievement

• Increased client base by implementing effective marketing strategies and fostering long-term relationships.
• Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and productivity within the firm.
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessment - conducted over 100 ESIA studies and development of ESMPs. Significant projects handled include the following: Proposed Mashujaa Cement (Limestone Quarry, Clinker Plant and Grinding Plant), Proposed Tembo Sugar Mills (Sugar Plant, Power Generation and Ethanol Plant), 13 Small Holder Irrigation Projects in various ASAL Countries by JICA (SIDEMAN-SAL), 24 Level 3 & 4 hospitals in Nairobi by NMS.
• Preparation of Tender Documents and Supervision of World Bank funded projects such as Nairobi Modern Markets by NaMSIP, Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Programme (KISIP).
• Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
• Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
• Developed comprehensive business plans that led to significant revenue growth and expansion opportunities.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive organizational improvements and meet strategic objectives.
• Managed complex projects across multiple departments, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Built strong networks with key stakeholders both internally and externally to support business growth objectives.
• Championed change management initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency without compromising on service quality or employee satisfaction.

Duties

• Enhance team productivity by implementing agile project management methodologies and streamlining workflows.
• Led cross-functional teams for successful product launches, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
• Organised and conducted over 200 EIAs, SEA and EA for infrastructure, agricultural, manufacturing and oil and gas developments
• Developed and conducted Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety trainings for officers and staff for over 60 companies and organizations.
• Developed and delivered EIA, EA and HS presentations at seminars for land developers, architects, industries, government ministries among others.
• Carrying out risk assessments, environmental, health and safety audits.
• Conducted incident/accident investigation as they occurred in various companies.
• Preparation of accident/ incidents inventory and develop corrective and preventive action plans to be adopted by specific organization.
• Developed, implemented and maintained organization-specific Environment, Health and Safety programs and processes. Such programs/ processes included emergency preparedness and fire protection plans, safety risk assessments and safe working procedures for non-office activities, hazardous waste management, ergonomics, contractor safety, motor vehicle safety, radiation safety, Personal Protective Equipment , medical surveillance program, and crisis management.
• Evaluated various facilities on Environment, Health and Safety conditions, assessed risks and developed appropriate corrective-action plans and budgets.
• Evaluated regulations and internal policies/protocols for various firms and identified their deficiencies then recommended appropriate remedial measures/plans and budgets to meet the recommended standards of Environment, Health and Safety.

Achievement

• Developed technical strategies to align with business objectives, driving growth and innovation within the organization.
• Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive environment and promoting professional development.
• Delivered comprehensive technical training programs for staff members, enhancing overall team competency levels.
• Optimized team performance by establishing clear roles, responsibilities, expectations in accordance with best practices.
• Coordinated with other departments effectively, integrating technical requirements into broader organizational goals seamlessly.
• Successfully managed multiple high-stakes projects concurrently while adhering to strict timelines and budget constraints.
• Held classes to teach staff work procedures.

Duties

• Delivering lectures in Environmental Management, environmental economics, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Environmental Policy and Environmental Impact Assessment.
• Development of teaching materials
• Setting, administration and marking university examinations
• Review of examination from other staff members.
• Guiding student projects.

Achievement

• Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
• Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
• Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
• Developed strong relationships with Senior Lecturers, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
• Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
• Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
• Provided individualized support for struggling learners, using tutoring sessions and additional resources to close achievement gaps.
• Maintained open lines of communication with parents through conferences, email correspondence, and phone calls to provide ongoing updates on student progress.
• Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.

Duties

• Delivering lectures In Environmental management, environmental economics, water resource management, hydrology, Environmental Policy.
• Setting, administration and marking of exams for the units taught.
• Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.

Achievement

• Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
• Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
• Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
• Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
• Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
• Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
• Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
• Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement and increase memory retention.

• Organizing and Co-ordinating Occupational Health and Safety Trainings including Fire Safety and First aid Training under partnering training companies.
• Coordinating and undertaking risk assessment audits and reports for various industries.
• Undertaking accident and incident investigation for various companies.
• Undertaking personal protective equipment needs assessment for various companies.
• Organizing and Co-ordinating health and safety Audits, for submission to the Directorate of Occupational Health and Safety Services under registered Safety Advisors.
• Consultancy on Environmental, Health and Safety Policies development and provision of technical support in implementation of the policies.
• Carry out projects on integrated solid waste management for various companies
• Organizing and conducting Environmental workshops
• Participatory Rural Appraisal of community projects.
• Community mobilization, public participatory meetings and capacity building.

Achievement

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Involvement in over 100 Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit Projects throughout the country in almost all fields including agriculture, industrial, housing and infrastructure.
• Involvement in over 70 Safety Audits and over 30 EHS Trainings in different industries.
• Expansive training and implementation of Environmental and Safety Systems.

Thesis: Evaluation of the contribution of participatory forest management to rural households around Kieni forest: An economic analysis

• Degree Awarded with 2nd Class Honors - Upper Division
• Professional Development Studies: Environmental Impact Assessment, 2007
• Professional Development Studies: Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), 2007