Susan Waithira Chege
Summary
A motivated, responsible and reliable hardworking person with a background in Animal Science and Livestock Production but not in any way limited in that area. A quick learner who can absorb new ideas in coordinating, planning and organizing a wide range of required activities. Well organized and has technical and professional skills developed through past experiences in carrying out livestock production activities. Over the past years I have had proficiency in areas of livelihood diversification, Sustainable Agriculture Land Management, Agroforestry, climate smart agricultural technologies and climate change adaptation. Consistent track record of establishing and training to a sustained; community inclusive economic growth, optimized food systems and nutrition, and income generation while building resilience to the region's unique shocks and stresses.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
General Agriculture Trainer
Mwala Technical and Vocational College
Machakos
01.2024 - Current
- Training diploma and certificate trainees in general agriculture and animal health courses. Preparing and marking assessment tests and exams.
- Planning and preparing students' excursions and academic trips in their respective fields.
- Managed to set up an animal farm within the institution for which the trainees use for their practical training and assessments.
- As a member of the Career Services Office, I have contributed to guiding learners on their career paths and creating awareness of the various opportunities they have in their career goals.
- Coach of the badminton team.
Climate Change Resilience And Livelihood Officer
Agile Consulting
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Conducted or facilitated training workshops for stakeholders, including Sustainable Land and Water Management, climate-smart agricultural technologies, Sustainable Agriculture Land Management, agroforestry, and Business development services, agroforestry, and advocacy.
- Provided technical support and supervision to Community-Based Structures and conducted on site ecosystem restoration training for community structures and ensured ecosystem restoration and management objectives are met.
- Managed the delivery of the livelihood aspect of the project in adherence with Agile Consultants and donor guidelines and protocols.
- Collaborated with the local administration to conduct community mobilization and awareness sessions on program activities.
- Liaised with other technical specialists within the consortium partners to ensure that the implemented activities are in line with national, regional and global best practices.
- Participated in the development of the project annual work plans and ensured they are implemented accordingly.
- In liaison with the MEAL officer, ensured that monthly reports are submitted on time according to internal and donor guidelines.
- Worked closely with the Project Lead and the Procurement Officer to ensure that any planned procurement for livelihood activities is done on time.
- Documented best practices and promising practices in climate smart agricultural technologies, economic recovery, microfinance/credit, voluntary savings and loan schemes and organized and ecofriendly tours for learning and sharing for selected groups.
- Collaborated with Project Manager, Project M&E, and other departments to support the project in conducting measurements, surveys, designs, monitoring, and evaluations according to established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Monitored and supported the timely and appropriate utilization of budgeted resources for climate smart agricultural technologies and business development services related project interventions.
Internship Trainer
Animal Health Industrial Training Institute
Ndomba
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Lecturing in livestock production and animal health courses, preparation of learning materials, setting and marking of assessment tests, preparation of practical materials, planning student excursions and field trips.
Intern
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livestock Production
Nyeri County
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Part of the Climate Smart team to mobilize, train and sensitize farmers on good agricultural practices to maximize food profit and ensure food security for small scale farmers in Nyeri County.
- Record keeping of trained farmers and farm inputs provided to them.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Agriculture and Biology majors
The University of Nairobi
Bachelors of Science - Animal Science
Egerton University
KCSE Certificate -
Kahuhia Girls' High School
Skills
- Project cycle management
- Sustainable Agriculture Land Management
- Agroforestry
- Climate-smart agriculture
- Business Development Services
- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Water supply systems
- Natural resource management
- Value chain development
- Do no Harm
- Conflict Sensitivity
- Human Rights Based Approach
- Gender Equality
- Teamwork
- Government and community-based structures
- Grant management
- Compliance issues
- Computer networking
- Physical Farm handling
- Animal handling
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
References
- Mr. Kelvin Yatich, Head of Department, Agriculture and Applied Sciences Department, Mwala Technical and Vocational College, 0704939481
- Mr. C. E. Kamau, Principal Livestock Production Officer, AHITI, Ndomba, 0734 751868, kamauireri8@gmail.com
- Patrick Kituu Mwaniki, Manager, Agile Consulting, +254 723515069, patkituu@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading inspirational books
- Watching nature documentaries
Registration - License
TVET License no: TVETA/T246348
Timeline
General Agriculture Trainer
Mwala Technical and Vocational College
01.2024 - Current
Climate Change Resilience And Livelihood Officer
Agile Consulting
01.2022 - 11.2023
Internship Trainer
Animal Health Industrial Training Institute
01.2020 - 12.2020
Intern
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livestock Production
09.2019 - 12.2019
Postgraduate Diploma - Agriculture and Biology majors
The University of Nairobi
Bachelors of Science - Animal Science
Egerton University
KCSE Certificate -
Kahuhia Girls' High School