Research
Winnie Wamalwa
Nasimiyu
Kitale
Summary
Education and refugee youth development professional with over four years of experience supporting academic progression, learner engagement, mentorship, and program coordination in refugee and underserved contexts in Kenya. Skilled in academic coaching, student support systems, community engagement, and data-driven program implementation. Proven ability to coordinate learning activities, monitor student progress, and facilitate inclusive education initiatives that strengthen retention and learner success. Passionate about expanding higher education access and long-term opportunities for refugee youth.
Overview
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Certifications
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years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Coach
Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), Kakuma
Turkana, Kakuma
01.2024 - Current
- Support over 100 refugee scholars through academic coaching, learner tracking, and individualized support interventions, contributing to a 90% academic progression rate.
- Guide students in navigating the Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) College for America platform and support timely completion of academic projects.
- Monitor learner engagement and performance data to identify at-risk students and provide targeted academic support.
- Facilitate workshops and learner engagement sessions focused on digital learning, academic success, and student motivation.
- Coordinate with internal academic and operational teams to ensure smooth program delivery and compliance with organizational standards.
- Prepare program documentation, progress updates, and reports contributing to continuous program improvement.
- Facilitate structured dialogue and participatory engagement with educators, mentors, and community stakeholders to strengthen inclusive education programming.
- Support mentorship and learner wellbeing through regular follow-up and individualized guidance.
Girls’ Mentor
Finn Church Aid, Kakuma
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Coordinated mentorship sessions for adolescent girls focused on education retention, personal development, and psychosocial wellbeing.
- Facilitated community dialogue sessions involving girls, parents, educators, and local leaders to promote girls’ education and gender-responsive programming.
- Supported creation of safe and inclusive learning environments through safeguarding-sensitive engagement and mentorship.
- Documented learner feedback, mentorship outcomes, and community insights to inform program improvement and reporting.
- Strengthened collaboration between community stakeholders and implementing partners through consistent engagement and follow-up.
Research Assistant
USAID Nawiri Program, Turkana
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted participatory data collection and verification using KoboToolbox and CommCare, capturing community perspectives on service delivery
- Coordinated field activities with county officers and community stakeholders, ensuring accurate and transparent data processes
- Supported data analysis and reporting that informed program planning, accountability, and decision-making.
- Contributed to accountability and monitoring systems through quality data management and documentation.
Project Management Intern
Uasin Gishu County Government
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Supported monitoring, documentation, and reporting of county development projects, enhancing transparency and accountability
- Assisted in stakeholder coordination and tracking project progress against implementation plans.
- Contributed to administrative and reporting processes that strengthened project accountability.
Volunteer
Family Care Eldoret
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Educated youth on sexual and reproductive health, promoting awareness, safe practices, and informed decision-making.
- Facilitated workshops and interactive sessions to engage young people on SRH topics, including hygiene, consent, and healthy relationships.
- Supported development of educational materials and resources tailored for adolescents and young adults.
- Encouraged youth participation and open dialogue, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Assisted in monitoring and evaluating program impact to improve outreach and engagement strategies.
- Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Education Programs
Education
Master of Education - Policy and Management
Kibabii University
01-2024
Diploma - Project Management
Kenya Institute of Management
01-2019
Bachelor of Education - Arts – History
Kisii University
01-2018
Skills
Program coordination & implementation
Stakeholder engagement & community facilitation
Girls’ education & gender-responsive programming
Refugee & Community-Based Education
Mentorship & Youth Development
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
Digital Learning Support
Data Collection & Analysis
Learner Progress Tracking & Reporting
Certification
Gender Equality in Humanitarian Action – UNICEF (2023)
Leadership And Professional Engagement
- Alumni, ASPIRE Leadership Program
- Finalist, Social Impact Award East Africa - 2025
- Member, African Gender Budgeting Network
- Training: Gender Responsive Budgeting - African Leadership Foundation
Interests
Youth Empowerment
Accomplishments
- Supported 100+ refugee scholars through academic coaching and learner support, contributing to a 90% academic progression rate.
- Facilitated mentorship and community engagement initiatives promoting girls’ education and inclusive learning in Kakuma Refugee Camp.
- Conducted participatory research and data collection using KoboToolbox and CommCare to support evidence-based programming.
- Finalist, Social Impact Award East Africa (2025).
Work Availability
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Timeline
Academic Coach
Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), Kakuma
01.2024 - Current
Girls’ Mentor
Finn Church Aid, Kakuma
10.2023 - 12.2024
Research Assistant
USAID Nawiri Program, Turkana
08.2023 - 12.2023
Project Management Intern
Uasin Gishu County Government
07.2020 - 10.2020
Volunteer
Family Care Eldoret
01.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Education - Arts – History
Kisii University
Diploma - Project Management
Kenya Institute of Management
Master of Education - Policy and Management
Kibabii University