Hi, I’m
KOROS K. DENIS
Senior Research Associate
RONGAI
Summary
Exceptional administration skills with knowledge of equipment management and maintenance, with an understanding of tournament planning and facilitation.
Sports Enthusiast highly skilled in human-centered research, including managing research teams, designing effective research tools, and coordinating extensive field research across various Kenyan regions.
Sports management professional with strong foundation in organizing and overseeing sports activities.
Skilled professional qualitative researcher adept at conducting thorough data collection, team management performing rigorous field research activities.
Passionate to learn & gather knowledge to drive growth, innovation and designing solutions to create a better world.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Poa! Internet Ltd
Senior Research Associate
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Led extensive data collection efforts by conducting 20,000+ household surveys throughout Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Machakos, Malindi, and Nairobi.
- Developed innovative qualitative Experiential research methodologies for more accurate and reliable results. (FGD, semi-structured interviews, IDI's and Observations)
- Project Management: Oversaw simultaneous project lifecycles, ensuring timely execution and exceptional deliverable quality.
- Mentored junior researchers, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Established productive relationships with external research partners for collaboration on joint research initiatives. (Community Impact Research, Strategic Market Innovation, Churn Research)
Sports Kenya
Public Service Internship -Sports Facility Manager
02.2021 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Staff Management: Hiring and supervision of stadia casual staff. Assigning and evaluating tasks and responsibilities.
- Infrastructure & Equipment Management: Oversaw maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of all stadium assets, including pitch, seating, lighting, sound systems, and IT infrastructure.
- Maintenance of Sport Pitches/Facility: Oversaw cleaning duties, pitch conditions and other equipments.
- Assistant to Stadia Operations Coordinators: Supporting the Stadium Manager in daily operations, scheduling, and specific event management.
- Event Coordination: Assisted in Planning & Logistics of event e.g World U20 athletics championship, National Athletics Championship (e.g., sports matches & corporate functions).
- Budgeting & Financial Management: Manages budgets, tracks expenses, seeks revenue opportunities (e.g., non-sporting events), and ensures profitability.
- Strategic planning: Develops long-term plans for facility usage, upgrades, and revenue generation.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Reliable Research Services (RRS)
Research Assistant
01.2019 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Collection of qualitative data to explore Social Norms & Social Networks effects on the adaption of modern contraception in rural Kenya.
- Transcribing & translation of data.
- Listing and mapping of the community.
- Facilitating Focused Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews
Netwookie Kenya Limited
Research Assistant
01.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Reviewing data collected electronically by use of CS Entry; checking errors in the data and ensuring they are changed by communicating to the affected Research assistant.
- Ensuring correct facilities are visited.
- Assist in marketing of the products.
Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports, Culture and Social Services
Intern
04.2015 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Event planning and coordinating. (Road mapping for Kericho Marathon)
- Team management (County team manager for athletes representing the County).
- Purchasing and maintenance of sports Equipments.
- Scheduling of Activities.
- Computer Application in Sports (Recording, Programming and Results analysis during athletics events).
- Enhanced team productivity by assisting with organization of project documentation.
Education
Kenyatta UniversityNairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
Master of Science from Sports Administration
06.2025 - Current
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science from Exercise and Sport Science
01.2012 - 01.2016
Loreto Nakuru Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
01.2007 - 01.2011
University Overview
GPA: A
Leldet Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
01.1998 - 01.2006
Skills
Organizational Skills:
Project Management: Adaptability & Learning Agility to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables)
Time Management & Prioritization: Effectively balancing multiple research tasks, deadlines, and resources to meet project objectives
Interpersonal Skills:
Relationship Building: Establishing rapport and trust with participants, stakeholders, and team members to facilitate open and honest communication
Communication Skills (Data Storytelling):
Written Communication: Clearly articulating complex research findings, and recommendations in reports and presentations (on Figma, MiroBoard)
Verbal Presentation: Confidently presenting research insights to diverse audiences
Interests
Recreation, Exercise and Sports Activities.
Adventure and Learning.
Singing.
Leadership Positions
- Company Culture Secretary General, poa! internet - 2 years
- Head of poa! internet Runners Club. - 1 Year
- Chairman, Kenyatta University Catholic Choir, 01/01/14, 12/31/16
- Class Leader, Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science students
- Captain, Kenyatta University Netball Men, 01/01/13, 12/31/15
Additional Trainings
- Sports Facility Management Workshop
- Humanitarian Research (Ethics and Data and Quality Control)
- Sports Leadership Training, AFRICAN Sports Network, 01/01/18
- Human Centered Design Workshop
- Certificate in Leadership, Kenyatta University, 01/01/16
Certification
Certified Kobo ToolBox User
Timeline
Kenyatta University
Master of Science from Sports Administration
06.2025 - Current
Senior Research Associate
Poa! Internet Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Certified Kobo ToolBox User
05-2023
Public Service Internship -Sports Facility Manager
Sports Kenya
02.2021 - 02.2023
Research Assistant
Reliable Research Services (RRS)
01.2019 - 02.2021
Research Assistant
Netwookie Kenya Limited
01.2017 - 12.2018
Intern
Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports, Culture and Social Services
04.2015 - 08.2015
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science from Exercise and Sport Science
01.2012 - 01.2016
Loreto Nakuru Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
01.2007 - 01.2011
Leldet Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
01.1998 - 01.2006