Moses Maina is a seasoned entrepreneur and a programmes operations manager. He holds a PGD in Project Management and a BA in Community Development.
He is also a certified Prince2 Project Manager. For the last decade Moses has held various leadership roles in different development agencies where he has gained diverse and rich hands-on experience in organizational strategic thinking, agile project management, driving start-ups and business development. Today Moses backs upcoming entrepreneurs in different sectors as he aims to become an angel investor.
James is an experienced Certified Business Analyst with over 12 years of expertise in performance management, project management, and operations management. Possesses extensive skills in project monitoring and evaluation, business process re-engineering, research, as well as development and management of high-performing teams. Demonstrates exceptional analytical abilities and the capacity to generate and deliver top-notch reports using dashboards.
Proficient not only in establishing and enforcing policies and procedures but also in conducting successful research to drive process improvement. Has accomplished various research projects with organizations such as Geothermal Development Company, Africa's Voices Foundation and Biovision Africa Trust. Additionally, has conducted HR Dashboard and Analytics training in collaboration with Jeyax Development and Training and other similar ventures.
James holds a Master’s degree in Statistics, Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a Post graduate diploma in Project Management. He has also attended relevant short course training M&E and Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification, a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of hazards.
Omwando Sheilah, an agriculture extensionist, an agronomist is Farm manager and agriculture teacher in Sacho-Baringo. She has almost 6 years of professional knowledge and experience in running agricultural enterprises. Omwando’s multidisciplinary experience is spread in the domains of agronomy, monitoring and evaluation, Climate Change adaptation and mitigation strategies, organic agriculture practices. Omwando has specific expertise in;
• Expert knowledge of the crop grade standards
• Knowledge with methods and grading, technics and tests used in quality control processes for agricultural commodities.
• Expertise in training communities on environmental issues particularly touching on climate change, renewable and conservation of energy and agriculture.
• Expert in avocado management on pests and disease control such as spider mites, false codling moth, scales, root rot, anthracnose, scab
• Expertise in content creation; developed content for the www.infonet-biovision.org farmers’ library on agronomy: agro-forestry, climate smart farmer technologies and coordinate periodical expert reviews.
• Expertise in developing information materials, user manuals and training communities in sustainable farming practices on different types of crops
An An experienced environmental scientist, he posseses distinctive skills in conservation, risk assessment and, animal protection. Managerial and leadership. He is also skilled in developing, monitoring, and evaluating frameworks for projects. A dept at developing content, and offering training on agroecology practices. Experienced in offering technical support for climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Passionate in community development and gender equity campaign in education for sustainable development, experience earned through Myoung Environmental Initiative. Proficient tour guiding, with over 4 years working experience at AFEW-Kenya (Giraffe Centre)
Joseph has over 8 years of experience in designing, coordination and implementation of monitoring, evaluations and Learning frameworks with proven success working on multi-year educational and agricultural development programs funded by various donors including USAID, GIZ, BMZ, SDC, SSNC and other donors. He has proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, theory of Change, M&E frameworks, operations research, among others using mobile data collection applications (Tangerine and Kobo tools), reporting, Data Quality Audit (DQA), data analysis using STATA, SPSS & advanced Excel and presentation/visualization using Power BI as well as knowledge management process; Extensive experience and mastery of M&E systems, practices, standards and innovations. Experience working with the national and international partners across 9 countries (4 in West and 5 in East Africa) on project implementation. Excellent knowledge and experience of statistical package for data manipulation and analysis (SPSS, STATA & advanced excel) and data visualization through dashboard using Power BI.
Derick is an experienced finance officer who is well-versed in grant management, auditing, accounting, and financial concepts. He is skilled in keeping and analyzing financial records, as well as ensuring compliance with accounting rules and providing precise financial insights. He maintains high ethical standards and takes a meticulous approach to completing work tasks within agreed-upon timelines. He promotes great teamwork and possesses strong analytical abilities. He has effectively managed budgets and financial operations to ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational objectives.
He is known for his thorough attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and a desire for financial excellence, making him an asset to any team or company aiming to achieve its financial goals.