THOMAS JOSEPH OKALO

Conducted intervention activities for diphtheria prevention, focusing on community awareness and health education.

• Collaborated with Epool and Cell 3 to align intervention activities with mission objectives, supporting regular malnutrition and peak response to lassa projects while reporting to 2 RLOs.
• Supported the preparation of the 2025 BMR closure and adjustments to the 2026 budget as part of longer-term strategic planning. This included updating codes and aligning activities with the new mission and functional lines.
• Successfully managed the complexity of integrating the semi-project (intervention) and two projects captured within the matrix structure.
• Supported key operational improvements and infrastructure initiatives by implementing strategic projects.
• Planetary Health solarization of the warehouse facility.
• - Installation of fleet trackers to optimize fleet utilization and reduce exposure risks.
• - Completion of the MYR process.
• - Completion of energy upgrade initiatives.
• - Implementation of enhanced safety measures across operational sites.
• - Team life and working condition improvements.
• - Increase and replacement of fleet assets following proper fleet sizing analysis.
• - Migration of equipment to W11.
• - HR setup and process improvements.
• - Establishment of mutualisation mechanisms through workshop MoU setup.
• - Centralized stocking system implementation.
• Demonstrated coordination of logistics operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods and services across all operational locations.
• Contributed to strategic planning processes by aligning logistics activities with mission objectives, operational priorities, and approved budgets.
• Developed and implemented Emergency Preparedness (EPREP) plans, strengthening operational readiness and response capacity in high-risk environments.
• Conducted comprehensive safety and security assessments across multiple locations, identifying key risks and supporting the implementation of mitigation measures.
• Enhanced supply chain efficiency by planning, monitoring, and coordinating logistics activities with internal teams and external partners.
• Ensured compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and procurement procedures across all logistics activities.
• Maintained accurate logistics records, tracking systems, and reporting mechanisms, supporting transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making
• Successfully established an effective HR structure and strengthened team management within the Logistics Department, improving coordination and operational efficiency.
• Enhanced human resource capacity through Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives, promoting skills transfer, staff development, and continuous capacity building across teams.
• Implemented strategic adjustments to the mission’s HR setup by relocating selected technical positions to field support functions and restructuring others into split roles combining coordination and field responsibilities.
• Advanced workforce planning by initiating recruitment processes for several key positions while ensuring smooth onboarding for newly recruited staff.
• Strengthened the HR support framework by delegating HR-related responsibilities to the Deputy Logistics Coordinator (DLogCo), including gap filling and operational intervention support.
• Improved project coverage and remote operational support through role-splitting arrangements designed to optimize staffing flexibility and field responsiveness.
• Developed and scheduled phased staff training programs from Q1 to Q4 in collaboration with the Learning & Development (L&D) team.
• Supported the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for workshop setup aimed at enhancing technical fleet HR support and operational sustainability.
• Ensured regular follow-up across all logistics functions, strengthening overall logistics and technical systems management.
• Identified operational gaps and delivered targeted support to logistics team, enhancing performance and operational efficiency.
• Contributed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients and staff through energy system upgrades and optimization, fleet capacity expansion, fleet mutualization initiatives, and international order planning and supply coordination.
• Supported the development of replacement plans for overaged and high-mileage fleet assets to improve reliability and operational continuity.
• Strengthened staff safety through the implementation of security measures and staff training initiatives.
• Supported the Head of Mission (HoM) in security follow-up and operational risk management activities.
• Participated actively in POA and MYR processes, contributing to operational planning and review activities.
• Led the installation and monitoring of fleet tracking systems and ensured effective equipment monitoring and follow-up.
• Conducted logistics budget tracking and cost control to support efficient resource utilization.
• Provided biweekly operational and logistics updates to the Head of Mission (HoM).
• Monitored and tracked fuel consumption to improve accountability and cost efficiency.
• Took the lead in the development of the Logistics Emergency Preparedness (Log Eprep) strategy.
• Tracked risk management, and security tasks by supporting the Head of Mission (HoM) in drafting, reviewing, and updating security documents, ensuring all required measures were in place and that established security protocols were effectively implemented and adhered to.
• Strengthened coordination and teamwork by promoting cross-departmental collaboration, contributing to improved quality assurance and more effective safety and security management practices.
• Supported the implementation of secure housing arrangements as part of applied security measures, facilitating the transition of International Mobile Staff (IMS) from hotel accommodations to more secure and manageable residences where safe rooms and enhanced security measures could be established

• Logco (Gap Fill) for three months.
• Emergency mission deployment (Lassa and cholera).
• Installation of Eprep shelters.
• Discussion and implementation of Plan of Action 2025.
• SSP,
• Drafted the Mission Eprep strategy.
• Prepared annual report and SOPs, plus the Abuja Risk analysis.
• In collaboration with the HRCO, recruited several positions for transition to regular mission.
• Worked on safe installations and solarisation for patient and staff safety.
• Construction, fleet, rehabilitation works, and security assessment for new structures in (Project), and assessed movement routes (application of applied security).

• Applied security in the field: I covered and supported PCs as the security focal point, ensuring the measures are implemented and applied to mitigate the security risks to acceptable levels.
• Implemented PoA/Mid-Year Review 2024: Collaborated with the PC, Fin/HR Manager, to ensure that the project log department is following the validated budget of the PoA 2024.
• EPREP project: In collaboration, PC and LogCo/DLogCo proposed EPREP at the project level in relation to the mission strategy, and ensured a successful mass drug administration (MDA) exercise.
• Carried out an exploration to high-risk East Kordofan, Sudan (Muglad).
• Transitioned the project from emergency to regular mission.
• Implementation of proper WASH support, proper energy installations and solarisation, support proper supply SOPs, flight and fleet enhancement for international and locally hired staff.
• Staff shortlisting, recruitments, and rainy season preparedness.

• Ensured safety in Mosul, Iraq, participated in OCG expansion by erecting new structures to evacuate and hand over MSF-occupied community streets as part of the hospital.
• Energy upgrades with MSF standard practices (ATS and UPSs), set up water lab and implemented water sampling, supported planetary health implementation (Steriplus waste management equipment).
• Installed 400kVA AVR to support the hospital.
• Supported biomedical operations by collaborating with DOH/MSF staff, and coordinated with local police for the security of the facility.
• Constructed and upgraded structures, supported implementation of minilab modules as a pilot project, set staff JDs, tracked fuel, supported DOH ambulances, set up cold chain, and installed backup systems.
• FIWI installation.
• POA for the project, reporting, appraisal, inductions, and installation of safety equipment.
• Recruitment, energy sizing, winterisation, and currently working on the implementation of an STU.

• I initiated a new OCG project in Lebanon, conducted recruitment, identified the location of the project, and managed the rehabilitation and construction of offices, hospital, and guest house.
• Played a leading role in the handover, taking over from the OCBP project in Lebanon.
• Worked on the energy setup, ensuring MSF standard practices are applied, Watsan, supply, objective setting, organogram setup, JD setting, fleet follow-up, fuel tracking, support for MOPH in COVID vaccinations, cold chain setup, and backup system installation.
• IT installation, update of IT equipment, and purchase of necessary equipment.
• Budget adjustment to cover the costs of the new project.
• Mid-Year Review estimates and POA for the project, reports, transversal file reporting, appraisal, sitreps, inductions and trainings on safety practices, and installation of safety equipment.
• Equipment purchase, training of drivers, training of specialised technicians, energy sizing, winterisation, warehousing, and security follow-up.
• PC gap filling and handling of contractors.

• Elaborating the technical project (construction, WASH, Supply, energy, fleet, communication, cold chain) and proposing a plan of action to coordination team.
• Gap filled for the Watsan, Workshop and Logmanager
• Appraisal and objective setting for my team, reviewed the organigram, and worked to adjust the team due to COVID restrictions.
• Construction of Covid ward and installation of new generators. + energy upgrades.
• IMS evacuation plan and staff medivac management in collaboration with Medco.

• Defined human, financial, and technical resources, developed implementation plans, evaluated costs globally, and adhered to execution deadlines.
• Executed technical projects across construction, WASH, supply, energy, fleet management, communication, and cold chain, proposing actionable plans to the Coordination team.
• Monitored project implementation and team performance, coordinating assistant tasks under supervision to ensure project objectives were met.
• Aligning the integration and coordination of the technical project with operational objectives.

• Supervised, coached, and trained energy logistics workforce to enhance operational capability
• Maintained metrics and analysed data to assess performance, implementing targeted improvements
• Planned movements of equipment and personnel to optimise workflow
• Scheduled shipments, determined modes of transportation, and oversaw loading processes
• Ensured compliance with laws, regulations and ISO requirements.

Aeronautical Engineer (Flight Crew, Head of Flight Line, Kenya Air Force) 2000–2008.

• Served as part of the fighter aircraft crew at Laikipia Air Base, supporting flight operations.
• Managed ejection seat systems, radar systems, and safety equipment, ensuring operational readiness during night flight operations.
• Performed phase and scheduled inspections, and served as flight technician on casualty evacuation missions, contributing to mission success.
• Functioned as an aircraft technician within the Kenya Air Force, maintaining and repairing aircraft systems.

Worked on Dornier Aircraft (Piston Engines) as an Engineer Technician.

• Completed on-the-job training on helicopter aircraft as an engines technician, specialising in Turmo IVC engines.
• Piston Engine and turbo prob specialist (Y12, Dornier aircraft)

Inspected and evaluated inventory management activities, ensuring compliance with policies and accuracy for effective resource allocation.

• Ensure coordination with maintenance activities on repairable components.
• Accounted for all items in readiness for mobility, including spare packages.
• Maintained personnel and equipment readiness for deployment.
• Aircraft Technician 1997 - 1998