Mentorship and coaching
SAMUEL NAKHAYO NAKHONE
Executive Director Forestry
Nairobi
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Executive Director Forestry
Better Globe Forestry Limited
3 2021 - Current
- Strategic Leadership:- Develop and implement organization's forestry strategy ensuring alignment with overall business objectives, sustainability goals, and industry standards.
- Project cycle management:- Designed and implemented projects focused on socio-economic empowerment of communities in Kenya and Uganda positively impacting on over 25,000 households in 8 years.
- Team Leadership and Development:- Built and mentored diverse and high-performing teams of over 360 staff resulting in successful execution of high value projects.
- Financial Oversight:- Oversee forestry department budgeting and financial management ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with long-term sustainability goals.
- Stakeholder Engagement:- Led stakeholder engagement, developing strong partnerships with governmental bodies, investors, and community organizations to drive project success.
Deputy Director Forestry
Better Globe Forestry Limited
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Operational Management:- Assisted the Executive Director Forestry in overseeing day-to-day operations of forestry projects in Kenya and Uganda, ensuring timelines , budgets, and quality standards are met.
- Departmental financial Oversight:- Monitored financial performance and provided reports to ensure that all forestry operations aligned with financial targets.
- Team Leadership:- Led and mentored forestry managers and staff, fostering a high-performance culture and professional development.
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):- Implemented and oversaw M&E frameworks to track project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
- Compliance and Risk Management:-Ensured all project's complied with local and international regulations, environmental standards, and certification requirements.
- Strategic Planning:- Assisted the Executive Director in long-term planning for the forestry department, contributing to overall strategy and vision of the company.
Forestry Manager
Better Globe Forestry Limited
03.2012 - 12.2017
- Program Planning and Development:- Prepared detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
- Project Implementation:- Led the execution of departmental projects, ensuring all activities are carried out according to project plans and environmental standards.
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E): - Implemented M&E frameworks to track progress and assess the impact of forestry programs.
- Financial Management: - Managed project budgets, ensuring that all expenses are within the allocated budget.
- Stakeholder Engagement: - Built and maintained relationships with local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders involved in the projects.
- Team Leadership: - Fostered a collaborative and high-performing team environment, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
Program Facilitator
DOT kenya
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Training and Facilitation: - Planned, organized, and facilitated workshops for youths and women on digital literacy, entrepreneurship, life skills, basic IT skills and employability. Over 100 youths and women impacted in 7 months.
- Community Outreach and Networking: - Built and maintained strong relationships with local institutions, community organizations, and potential program participants
- Monitoring and Reporting: - Tracked participant attendance, engagement, and outcomes to ensure program effectiveness.
- Administrative Support: - Maintained accurate records of training sessions, participant progress, and program documentation.
Education
Bsc - Forestry
Moi University
08.2005 - 04.2010
A level - undefined
Friends School Kamusinga
01.2000 - 12.2003
Skills
Strategic Planning
Community Engagement
Compliance and regulations
Quality Control
Stakeholder Relations
Program monitoring
Leadership Development
Project Management
Budgeting and financial management
Staff Management
Community Service
- Volunteered as an active member for Bungoma Youth Action Network, ACE Africa, Kenya, 2007-2009
- Community tree planting and wetland conservation, MUFSA (Moi University Forestry Students Association), 2005-2010
Accomplishments
- Sustainable Impact on Forestry Projects: - Led the successful implementation of a sustainable forestry programs have hitherto restored over 14,000 hectares of degraded land, contributing to carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation and improved livelihoods of over 25,000 households.
- Team Leadership and Development:- Built and led a high-performing team of 100+ forestry professionals over 10 year period, achieving over 90% project success rate through strong mentorship, performance management, and collaboration.
- Financial Oversight and Budget Management:- Managed forestry budgets exceeding Ksh 140 million annually, ensuring fiscal responsibility while delivering on project goals within budget and ahead of schedule.
- Stakeholder and Community Engagement:- Fostered partnerships with local communities and NGOs, resulting in 80% local participation in implementation and long-term project sustainability.
Interests
Creative writing and Blogging
References
- Jan Vandenabeele, Senior Director, Better Globe Forestry Limited, P.O Box 823-00606, Nairobi, Nairobi, 00606, Kenya, +254-721796811, jan@betterglobeforestry.com
- Andrew Abong'o, Director, Digital Enterprise, +254-706131320, andyabongo@gmail.com
Timeline
Deputy Director Forestry
Better Globe Forestry Limited
01.2018 - 02.2021
Forestry Manager
Better Globe Forestry Limited
03.2012 - 12.2017
Program Facilitator
DOT kenya
08.2011 - 01.2012
Bsc - Forestry
Moi University
08.2005 - 04.2010
A level - undefined
Friends School Kamusinga
01.2000 - 12.2003
Executive Director Forestry
Better Globe Forestry Limited
3 2021 - Current
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