Patriciah Andesoh
Nairobi
Summary
Strategic and innovative Security and Risk Management Professional with 20+ years of progressive leadership in governance, risk management, crisis response, and operational continuity across humanitarian, development, and corporate contexts. Currently serving as Country Security and Risk Manager at Mary’s Meals International - Kenya, with proven success in building resilient security frameworks, driving compliance, and managing operations in high-risk and complex environments. Expert in threat and risk assessments, incident management, safeguarding, and capacity building, with hands-on experience addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and integrating protection into security strategies. Recognized for fostering trusted partnerships with law enforcement, inter-agency actors, NGOs, and internal stakeholders to protect people, assets, and mission delivery. Brings cultural intelligence, discretion, and integrity in navigating sensitive environments, and is committed to advancing organizational goals through collaboration, innovation, and strategic foresight. Available for immediate deployment and holds a valid passport expiring 2035.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Country Security and Risk Manager
Mary’s Meals International
Nairobi
10.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the development and operationalization of Mary’s Meals Kenya's inaugural national security strategy aligned with global SMS, integrating climate risk assessments, safeguarding, and child protection.
- Conducted regular risk assessments and produced actionable security reports for operational decision-making.
- Oversaw security incident reporting and post-incident reviews; maintained up-to-date incident databases.
- Supported travel security planning including journey management, pre-travel briefings, and emergency protocols.
- Implemented GBV-sensitive reporting protocols and ensured confidential handling of whistleblowing concerns.
- Led staff and community volunteer security training programs to strengthen operational readiness.
- Coordinated cross-border humanitarian operations, ensuring uninterrupted food delivery during flood-induced displacements.
- Represented Mary’s Meals in regional NGO security networks and forums, promoting collaboration and policy reforms aligned with SDG 16.
- Managed orderly program closure following national program shutdown due to changes in government school feeding policy, ensuring staff safety, safeguarding compliance, asset security, and responsible exit management.
Security Risk and Safety Associate
United States International University - Africa
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Managed safety and security of 7,000+ students from 70+ nationalities, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- Coordinated contracted security personnel and maintained a 24-hour security monitoring center.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, incident investigations, and implemented mitigation strategies.
- Delivered security awareness training, counter-terrorism awareness, and cybersecurity briefings.
- Liaised with law enforcement, NGOs, UN bodies, and private security companies to enhance campus security.
- Reduced unauthorized access incidents by 40% and improved emergency response times by 30%.
Corporal of Police
Kenya National Police Service
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Served as a Police Officer across specialized units, including GSU RECCE, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), VIP & Dignitary Protection, Safeguarding & Child Protection (AHTCPU), and Police Training Units.
- Led and supported investigations into serious and organized crimes, including child trafficking, sexual exploitation, cybercrime, financial crimes, and transnational offences, working closely with prosecutors and international partners.
- Participated in high-risk counter-terrorism and tactical operations with GSU RECCE, applying advanced surveillance, intelligence gathering, and operational response techniques.
- Provided close protection and VIP security for the President, Deputy President, First Family, and visiting Heads of State, ensuring secure motorcades, events, and international travel movements.
- Delivered safeguarding-focused policing, supporting victim identification, rescue operations, and survivor-centred case handling, particularly involving women and children.
- Trained and mentored recruits in first aid, weapons handling, physical exercises, and security protocols.
- Conducted community outreach programs, fostering cooperation and reducing crime by 15–25%.
- Managed radio communications, patrol operations, and emergency response coordination.
- Served as a police instructor and trainer, mentoring recruits and junior officers in investigations, first aid, weapons handling, operational readiness, and discipline.
- Strengthened incident coordination and command-and-control through effective radio room and communications management, contributing to a 20% reduction in response times.
- Led community engagement and conflict resolution initiatives, improving public trust and cooperation in crime prevention.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations – Peace & Conflict Studies
United States International University – Africa (USIU-Africa)
Nairobi, Kenya2022
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Criminology & Security Management - (Forensic & Criminal Investigations)
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology [DKUAT]
Nyeri, Kenya2016
Diploma in Criminology & Security Management -
Kenya Institute of Studies in Criminal Justice [KICJ]
Nairobi, Kenya2012
Skills
- Security Risk Management
- Threat Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Post-Incident Analysis
- Travel Security Planning
- Journey Management
- Whistleblowing Mechanisms
- Investigations
- Security Training
- Capacity Building
- Safeguarding
- Protection of Vulnerable Populations
- Event Security
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Operational Risk Assessment
- Compliance
- Community Engagement
- Conflict Resolution
- Cross-Border Operations
- Crisis Operations
- Analytical Reporting
- Intelligence Sharing
- Incident Management Systems
- Risk Registers
- SOP Development
- Command Centre Coordination
- CCTV
- Access Control
- Security Equipment Handling
- Risk Assessment Matrices
- Movement Tracking
- Crisis Contact Databases
- Data Analysis
- Reporting
- Compliance Monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Incident management
- Security strategy development
- Crisis management
- Security training programs
- Operational risk management
- Policy writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Emergency response planning
- Conflict resolution
- Vulnerability assessment
- Compliance management
- Conduct Risk
- Business continuity planning
Certification
- SRMP-Regional & Country (Security Risk Management Professional - INSSA)
- Fraud Detection & Financial Crime Investigations
- MEAL Certification (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning - INSSA)
- Responding to Sexual Violence in the Aid Workplace
- Personal Safety & Security Certificate
- Cybersecurity Awareness
- Fire Prevention & Protection
- UNDSS Crisis Management & Emergency Response
- Core Humanitarian Certification (CHS)
- PSEAH Compliance
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Personal Information
Hobbies: Volunteering, Mentorship, Outdoor & Adventure Activities, Travel, Research, Sports & Fitness
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/patriciah-andesoh-srmp-regional-srmp-country-03aa1a155/
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Country Security and Risk Manager
Mary’s Meals International
10.2024 - Current
Security Risk and Safety Associate
United States International University - Africa
01.2017 - 01.2024
Corporal of Police
Kenya National Police Service
01.2003 - 01.2016
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations – Peace & Conflict Studies
United States International University – Africa (USIU-Africa)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Criminology & Security Management - (Forensic & Criminal Investigations)
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology [DKUAT]
Diploma in Criminology & Security Management -
Kenya Institute of Studies in Criminal Justice [KICJ]