Key skills and expertise

With 18 years of experience, the expert is proficient in procurement, logistics, and supply chain management, specializing in contracts management and supplier relationship management. Leadership roles have included managing procurement and logistics for USAID-funded projects, enhancing agricultural growth and resilience in Kenya. Career highlights include negotiating cost-saving measures and developing procurement plans. Responsibilities have included leading project start-ups and logistics coordination, contributing to international initiatives and achieving significant project efficiencies.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with USAID on initiatives such as the Kenya Crops and Dairy Market Systems Activity and the Africa LEAD II Program. Involvement included project implementation, procurement, and logistics management. The thematic areas covered agriculture-led growth and capacity building for agricultural transformation. These projects were national in scope, focusing on Kenya and other African regions, including Tanzania and South Africa.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors including food security, logistics, procurement, administration, program management, and agriculture. Previously held roles such as Procurement & Logistics Specialist and Procurement Officer, managing supply chain operations and logistics for agricultural development projects. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating ERP systems in business solutions and enhancing procurement processes. The geographic scope of work is primarily in Kenya and South Africa, with involvement in regional initiatives across East Africa. Background includes extensive experience in Kenya, focusing on agricultural development and procurement, as well as contributing to projects in South Africa involving ERP systems and data management. Regional expertise includes managing logistics and procurement in East Africa, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania, and coordinating high-level events and meetings across the continent, including Uganda and Ethiopia.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in English and Swahili, language competences have been utilized in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. These skills have been essential in managing projects and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders in international development initiatives. Educational background includes a BCom in Risk Management from the University of South Africa, Pretoria, with studies in accounting, economics, and corporate governance. Additionally, holds a CIPS Diploma Certification in Procurement and Supply, covering contexts of procurement, business needs, sourcing, and contract management. Completed a Certificate in Information Technology from the Kenya School of Professional Studies, Nairobi, focusing on MS Office and accounting software.