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CURRENT CURRICULUM VITAE
CURRICULUM VITAE
PROF. PETER MULWA FELIX MBITHI
B.V.M., M.Sc., M.VSc., PhD, MKCVC (Surg.), IOM, EBS
VICE CHANCELLOR
AND
PROFESSOR OF VETERINARY SURGERY
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 PERSONAL INFORMATION ...... 4
2.0 PROFILE ...... 5
3.0 ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS ...... 9
4.0 ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS ...... 12
5.0 UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ...... 13
6.0 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT CAPACITY ...... 16
7.0 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY ...... 40
8.0 STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ...... 43
9.0 TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ...... 48
10.0 ASSETS AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT...... 59
11.0 MANAGEMENT REPORTS...... 62
12.0 PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING ...... 64
13.0 TEACHING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY ...... 70
13.1 Introduction ...... 70
13.2 Research ...... 70
13.3 Supervision, Mentorship and Examination of Undergraduate, Masters and PhD Students ...... 71
13.4 External Examination Outside Kenya ...... 74
13.5 Curriculum Development ...... 75
13.6 Professional Consultancy Services and Experience ...... 76
14.0 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES .. 79
15.0 PUBLICATIONS ...... 83
16.0 ATTENDANCE OF CONFERENCES/SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS ... 88
17.0 AWARDS AND HONOURS ...... 131 CV| PROF. PETER MULWA FELIX MBITHI
18.0 EXPERIENCE IN NETWORKING, FUND RAISING AND RESOURCE MOBILIZATION TO ASSIST IN MEETING UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVES AND FUNCTIONS ...... 134
19.0 MEMBERSHIP TO PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATONS AND SERVICE BOARDS ...... 116
20.0 INTEGRITY STATEMENT & COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER SIX OF THE CONSTITUTION OF KENYA ...... 151
21.0 CORE COMPENTENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION OF VICE CHANCELLOR ...... 154
22.0 REFEREES ...... 155
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1.0 PERSONAL INFORMATION
NAME: PROF. PETER MULWA FELIX MBITHI
DATE OF BIRTH: 4TH JULY 1956
PLACE OF BIRTH: KANGUNDO, MACHAKOS COUNTY, KENYA
NATIONALITY: KENYAN
MARITAL STATUS: MARRIED
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, KISWAHILI, KAMBA
CURRENT ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION: VICE CHANCELLOR, UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
ACADEMIC POSITION: PROFESSOR OF VETERINARY SURGERY, UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 30197 – 00100, NAIROBI, KENYA.
TELEPHONE-OFFICE: +254-732 020207
MOBILE NO: +254-721 214 713
EMAIL: [email protected] and [email protected]
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2.0 PROFILE
A full professor and holder of an earned doctorate degree
An accomplished senior executive and eminent scholar with visionary and high level leadership insights and experience to strategically plan, direct and control university organizational operations to capitalize on emerging scientific, social, technological, innovation and business opportunities.
A transformational leader with over thirty (34) years track record in providing progressive leadership and management of staff, students, research and academic agenda to achieve corporate strategies, build coalitions to support business growth, implement and navigate through change to drive outstanding corporate organizational performance at the University of Nairobi.
Current Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi. Responsible for the overall direction, organization, and administration of academic and administrative functions of the university. I am tasked with the responsibility of providing the overall direction, organization, and administration of academic and administrative functions of the university. As such I am responsible to the Council for maintaining and promoting the academic image and maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University. By virtue of my office I am a member of every committee appointed by the Council or Senate. I have the full leadership accountability as the Chief Executive Officer of the University and therefore responsible for policy matters, coordination, public relations, fund raising and general development of the University.
I have ensured that the University produces quality and holistic graduates in diverse fields of study that meet the expectations of the market and to provide solutions to the challenges affecting our society through review of academic processes in order to ensure quality programmes and increase the relevance of our graduates to industry. I have developed and up-scaled the integration of ICT into learning and teaching, inbuilt experiential learning
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CV| PROF. PETER MULWA FELIX MBITHI in our programmes, implemented an all-round student mentorship by faculty and sustained faculty training on pedagogy and andragogy.
I have enhanced the quantity, quality and relevance of research with greater focus on enhancing the capacity of researchers, improved management of research funds, enhanced dissemination of research outputs to society, incubate research efforts and partner with industry.
Under my guidance, the university has focused on the improvement of academic and social facilities for our students with more attention given to student mentorship, orientation, beyond classroom extracurricular activities and social life. A number of student focused infrastructural development have been initiated and many completed.
Collegially, I have increased staff productivity while at the same time enhancing institutional efficiency and effectiveness. I have led the automation of all core business processes and ensured that managers make informed decisions informed by computer based management information systems and analytics. More power, resources and decision-making have been devolved to the basic operating Units while ensuring total compliance to policies and standards.
I have implemented a student’s centred programme, which has put the students welfare first, in nurturing and developing the next generation of leaders.
I have embraced the philosophy of providing quality education, the commitment to give quality service to the community and make a mark at the global stage fashioned around ten strategic priorities:
1) Sustaining the World Class University 2) Strengthening the Alumni 3) Providing Visionary & Creative Leadership 4) Promoting positive Image & Competitiveness of the university 5) Growing the University’s Research and Innovation capacity
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6) Expanding and modernizing Infrastructure 7) Fundraising, Resource Mobilization and Sustainability Strategy 8) Enhancement of Graduate Skills 9) Enriching Students Life in Campus 10) Community Service
Over the past five years, united and determined, I have moved these priorities forward.
Previously, Deputy Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi (2005 to 2014). Responsible for Finance, Administration and Assets, Strategic Planning, Performance Contracting, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Quality Management Systems, Rapid Results Initiatives Programmes and Transformation, Reform and Performance Management Unit, among other functions.
I have an extensive record of supervision, examination and mentorship of doctorate, masters and undergraduate students.
I have conducted high quality research and published over one hundred (100) papers in peer-reviewed journals, books, conferences, academic workshops and seminars. I have attended many local and international conferences where I have made five hundred (500) scholarly, leadership and management presentations.
Served as Chairman of the Inter-Public Universities Council Consultative Forum (IPUCCF) negotiations committee. I have in-depth knowledge, understanding, skills and proven experience in negotiations, conflict resolution, Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and labour management in Kenyan Universities and, in particular, the University of Nairobi.
A firm believer and leader in decentralized systems and supporting teams rather than command and control, I have very strong convening power to build consensus around strategic issues affecting public universities in Kenya and abroad.
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I have presidential, international, national, professional and institutional honours, awards and special recognition.
An effective fund raiser and resources mobilizer, with the support of colleagues locally and abroad, I have raised over six billion five hundred million Kenya shillings (KES 6.5billion) to support infrastructure, scholarships, equipment and research in the University of Nairobi. I have established extensive and useful networks for the university both locally and abroad.
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3.0 ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
3.1 Earned Doctorate Degree (PhD)
I hold an earned doctorate degree in Clinical Studies from the University of Nairobi, Kenya, awarded in 1995. The doctoral programme was research-based and the title of my dissertation was “Studies on Pseudoarthrosis of the Bovine Metacarpophalangeal Joint”.
The objectives of the research were:
• To develop and describe a surgical procedure and post-operative management protocol for recreating curetted bovine metacarpophalangeal joints. • To obtain clinical data with respect to function in calves with curetted articular cartilage of the fetlock joint. • To evaluate the composition of the reparative tissue in healing deep articular cartilage defects in the calf. • To evaluate the efficacy of phenylbutazone and dexamethasone to reduce body temperature, pain and limping after fetlock joint curettage in calves.
The findings of the research were:
• A surgical procedure and post-operative management protocol for recreating curetted bovine metacarpophalangeal joints (surgical pseudoarthrosis) has been developed and described. • The protocol for surgical pseudoarthrosis developed in this study could be usefully adapted for the surgical management of bovine arthritides when curettage is indicated. • The surgical removal of the articular cartilage and subchondral bone of the bovine metacarpophalangeal joints (curettage) with subsequent three weeks partial immobilization of the operated joints is well tolerated and does not impair the general well-being of the animals.
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• Curetted and partially immobilized bovine metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints remain functional with joint mobility of more that 92% being maintained up to the 135th post-operative day. • Deep articular cartilage defects created by curettage of the bovine MCP joints heal by metaplasia of the connective tissue and 135 days old defects of partially immobilized joints are resurfaced by fibrous tissue which unites the distal metacarpal condyles to the proximal first phalangeal condyles of the curetted joints.
3.2 Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc),
I hold a masters degree in Veterinary Anaesthesiology, Radiology and Surgery from the University of Saskatchewan, awarded in 1987. The title of my thesis research was “Alternatives in the Management of Limb Wounds in Cattle”. The graduate courses taken include:
a. Advanced clinics b. Advanced veterinary anaesthesiology, radiology and surgery c. Advanced soft tissue surgery d. Advanced orthopaedic surgery e. Seminars in advanced diagnostic radiology and medical imaging f. Introduction to university teaching g. Laboratory and research animal care h. Principles of embryo transfer i. Experimental pathology
3.3 Surgical Residency Training–Advanced Surgical Specialty Programme. Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada, 1986 – 1987.
3.4 Master of Science (M.Sc) in Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1985 – Thesis Title: “The Use of Skin Grafts in the Treatment of Wounds of the Distal Limbs in Cattle”.
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3.5 Certificate–Participatory rural appraisal and social science research methodologies in agricultural and development research at the Organization of Social Science Research in Eastern Africa (OSSREA), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 1996.
3.6 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (B.V.M), University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1983.
3.7 East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE), Machakos School, Kenya, 1977.
3.8 East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Queen of Apostles’ Seminary, Kenya, 1975.
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4.0 ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS
2006 Full Professor of Veterinary Surgery, University of Nairobi, Kenya
2001 Associate Professor of Veterinary Surgery, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya
1997 Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Surgery, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
1988 Lecturer in Veterinary Surgery, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
1983 Tutorial Fellow in Veterinary Surgery, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
I am therefore a Full Professor and holder of an earned Doctorate degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
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5.0 UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
5.1 Leadership and Management Appointments
Jan. 2015 to date Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi, Kenya
2005 – 2014 Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, University of Nairobi, Kenya
2005 – 2015 Ag. Vice Chancellor (intermittently), University of Nairobi, Kenya.
2004 – 2005 Principal, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
2003 – 2004 Ag. Principal, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
2003 – 2004 Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
1995 – 2003 Chairman, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
5.2 Key Attributes
I am a proficient senior executive with visionary and leadership insights to strategically plan, direct and control organizational operations to capitalize on emerging scientific, technological, innovation and business opportunities.
In every senior position I have held, I stand out as a transformational leader with over thirty four (34) years track record in providing progressive leadership to achieve corporate strategies, build coalition to support business growth, implement and manage change to drive organizational performance in the following areas of expertise:
• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
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• Demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving and streamlining complex work processes through highly analytical thinking. • Computer-literate performer with proficiency in word processing applications such as Microsoft Office suite using email and the internet and operating systems such as Windows and Mac 2005. • Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring the ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent tasks/projects. • Proven relationship-builder with unsurpassed interpersonal skills. • Embracing integrity as a core guiding value in all transactions and dealings. • Ability to withstand pressure and work long hours. • Provision of strategic direction based on the knowledge of operating business issues and detailed research data. • Demonstrated foresight and boldness to present challenges that bring out the best in people and bring them together around a shared sense of purpose. • Creating a highly dynamic work environment that facilitates innovation and continuous improvement. • Skilfully communicate the “big picture” to employees and empowering them to produce beyond expected results.
5.3 Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi
I have served as the Vice Chancellor of University of Nairobi with effect from January 2015. The appointment and functions of my office derives from the University Act and Charter which states that the Vice Chancellor shall be the academic and administrative head of the University and as such I am:
• Responsible to the Council for maintaining and promoting the academic image and maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University.
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• Member of every committee appointed by the Council or Senate, unless otherwise expressly provided. • The accounting officer of the University by virtue of being the overall administrative head of the University. • Responsible for policy matters, planning, and coordination, public relations, fund-raising and general development of the University. • The Chairman of Senate • The Chairman of Associate Professorial Appointments Committee • The Chairman of the University Management Board • The Chairman of the Students Welfare Authority • Have such other powers and duties as may be conferred upon him by Council in accordance with the Act. • May assign or delegate any of his duties to a committee or to a member of the University staff and may withdraw any such assignment or delegation at any time.
5.4 Acting Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi
I have served as the Vice Chancellor in an acting capacity intermittently between 2005 and 2015. On two occasions I acted for a period of three (3) continuous months. The aggregated period can span to over two years (see attached addendum for reference). During the acting sessions my duties have been, but were not limited to:
• Chairman of the Senate • Chairman of the University Management Board • Overall administrative head and the accounting officer of the University
My management style can be described as ‘hands-on’ and decisive, yet flexible with exceptional organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
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6.0 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT CAPACITY
6.1 Highlights and achievements
2015 to date, as Vice Chancellor, University of Nairobi.
I was appointed Vice Chancellor in 2015, having served as the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance since 2005. I am tasked with the responsibility of providing the overall direction, organization, and administration of academic and administrative functions of the university. As such I am responsible to the Council for maintaining and promoting the academic image and maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University. By virtue of my office I am a member of every committee appointed by the Council or Senate. I have the full leadership accountability as the Chief Executive Officer of the University.
A. 2015 to 2019 Key and Exceptional Responsibilities as the Vice Chancellor i. Statutory Responsibilities • Overall administrative head and the accounting officer of the University • Chairman of the Senate • Chairman of the University Management Board • Chairman of the Students Welfare Authority
ii. Non-Statutory Responsibilities • Member KENET • Member WUN • Member AAUN • Chairman ESDA • Member ARUA • Chairman, Kenyan Public Universities Security Committee • Board member of African Institute for Capacity Development (AICAD)
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• Member of CUE Joint working group on the Quality Assurance (JWG-QA)
B. Selected Accomplishments i. Sustaining the World Class University
I have ensured that the University sustains its leadership of the higher education sector by producing quality and holistic graduates in diverse fields of study. Purposively I have led the integration of ICT into teaching and learning, in-built experiential learning in our programmes, implemented all-round student mentorship by faculty, and sustained faculty training on pedagogy and Andragogy Critical to sustaining and enhancing quality, I have led the University in submitting itself to regular institutional quality audits by the regulator. In 2016, both the Mombasa and Kisumu Campuses underwent a successful quality audits and subsequently authorized to operate. In 2017 and 2018, under my leadership, the University further submitted to the same process and was found to have complied. Our commitment to maintaining quality standards is unwavering.
ii. Strengthening Alumni relations
The University of Nairobi has remained at the forefront of Kenya’s manpower development. It has the strongest alumni network in the region with over 210,000 men and women making their contributions in Public and Private sectors worldwide. Our Alumni and friends continue to support the University; by giving scholarships for bright and needy students, supporting endowed chairs and financing critical research initiatives and events at the university. More Alumni Chapters have been launched, with the most recent ones being School of Law in 2017, the dental chapter 2018, and the School of Nursing Chapter 2018.
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To improve and sustain institutional performance, I have overseen the induction and training of the newly appointed University Council and its Committees. Professorial appointments and promotions are ongoing. The new Strategic Plan 2018-2023 has been approved. The vacant Deputy Vice Chancellors positions have been advertised. The Chancellor’s tenure has been renewed. During the last five years all the University governance organs have signed and implemented the Mwongozo Code of Governance, a critical building block in entrenching principles and values of public service and best practices in corporate governance. I have reformed the student leadership and the dividend is permeating multiple areas within the University. Students’ matters have been addressed with care and professionalism as attested by the realignment of the Student leadership from Student Organization of Nairobi University (SONU) to University of Nairobi Student Association (UNSA) as per the Universities (amendment) Act 2016; the development of a new UNSA 2017 Constitution; and Students’ elections have been held on time and peacefully. The University’s strength in corporate leadership has been recognized in two consecutive Employer of the Year Awards (EYA) in 2017 and 2018. iv. Promoting Positive Image and Competitiveness of the University
The University’s brand visibility has continued to expand as result of the robust communication strategy and policies that I have put in place. Under my leadership, the University has registered favourable global rankings by reputable institutions such as Webometrics, Times Higher Education and QS ranking maintaining position one (1) as the leading university in Sub-Saharan Africa. On the whole, the University has maintained a leadership position nationally and regionally
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v. Growing the University’s Research and Innovation capacity
I have identified excellence in research, knowledge preservation and Impact as one of our greatest strengths. In the past five years, the University research fund has increased from KES 3.9 billion to KES 4.5 billion. Through purposeful research 14 Patents, 5 Utility models, 4 copyrights and 36 Trademarks have been acquired. Additionally, I have led the commercialization of nine (9) IP technologies and the application for protection of twenty-three (23) new bean varieties. Over 142 research projects across the Colleges are ongoing. Within the same period, the university has produced 4,213 Journal publications, 895 conference presentations and 73 books/chapters. Through the enforcement of the CUE regulations in 2017, PhD students published 218 papers in peer-reviewed journals. In 2018, 260 papers have been published in the peer-reviewed journals. Based on the research activities, the University has been accredited as government quality assurance and quality control agents in various areas. The University currently has over 300 active collaborations in various areas of interest and specialization. During this period, the University has received the Wangari Maathai Institute (WMI) Distinguished Chair, Prof. Kazuhiko Takeuchi. Relevant research policies have been developed and implemented. Older policies have been reviewed to ensure their relevance to the university's strategic direction. I have initiated acquisition and implementation of anti-plagiarism software for theses and dissertations before the award of degrees. vi. Expansion and modernisation of Infrastructure
In addition to refurbishing the existing physical infrastructure, I have focused on their rationalized utilization and management. We opened Mombasa and Kisumu campus complexes to support our growth strategy.
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The University average capital expenditure now stands at an estimated KSh 3.8b. The total assets value has more than doubled in the same period from 101 billion in 2105 to 215 billion in 2018. Under my leadership, a number of capital developments have been completed including: Phase I Wangari Maathai Campus, The UoN Towers the UoN Confucius Institute, the Mahatma Gandhi Graduate Library I have led the sourcing for support for construction of Phase II Wangari Maathai Institute at a cost of KShs. 800m, tarmacking of 3km of Kapenguria Road and reverting of 67 acres of Land to UoN from Ministry of Agriculture. I have explored PPP and debt financing for capital development projects including Students Hostels Project, Engineering and Science Complex, Dairy Project, University of Nairobi Teaching Hospital and Kibwezi Irrigation Project. vii. Fundraising, Resource Mobilization and Sustainability
I have instituted various austerity and cost cutting measures as steps towards lowering budget deficits as part of the University’s sustainability strategy. Rationalization of staff and implementation of staff workload report formed some of these measures. Under my leadership, in 2015 the University established the Directorate of University Advancement to lead an integrated and collaborative effort in developing, communicating and enhancing the University’s image and academic reputation; build and nurture relationships with constituents; and secure philanthropic investment in the University’s strategic goals, its programs and students. I have sourced US$ 30 million through China Aid Grant for development of Kenya Railway College to train skilled manpower for SGR in the level of technicians, engineers, managers and researchers. I have signed an MoU with Guangzhou Cherami China Africa Investment Management Co. Ltd., to establish a Cancer Research Institute in Nairobi. In 2018, under my leadership the University entered into US$ 50 million MoU with Cherami Group of China to
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develop a Phase 1 of Teaching Hospital by establishing a Cancer Diagnostic & Treatment Centre. Under my leadership, I have enhanced engagement with the larger community through initiatives such as the Stars for Africa, Mahatma Gandhi, Eminent personalities and Safaricom Blaze. I have established fundraising for appropriate endowment funds including Stars for Africa Endowment Fund for bright and needy students, University of Nairobi Foundation, Software for Fundraising, Networking and Collaboration and King Baudouin Foundation of USA Diaspora Account. viii. Graduate Skills Enhancement
The number of graduate enrolment has continued to grow exponentially from 20% to 48% of the student population. Remarkably, the number of PhDs has now reached an average 150 per year. So far we have graduated 46,378 graduates in Masters and PhDs. In the last five years we have graduated 2 Doctor of Science degrees. In the history of the University we have only produced 5 of these distinguished scholars. All common regulations of the postgraduate diplomas, masters, doctor of philosophy and higher doctorate degrees to align them to both CUE and the University of Nairobi requirements.
ix. Enrich Students Life in Campus
My third strategic direction is enriching student experience and success. Over the past year, we have started to really drill down and better understand who our students are and how we can best support them to achieve their dreams. Under my leadership, among others, 10 University of Nairobi students to Israel for Advanced Training in Agriculture as part of the 118 cohorts of students from Kenya, University of Nairobi Career Services Office has been operationalised, UoN ODeL Campus has been operationalized, a comprehensive and integrated work plan for lasting students’ security and safety has been operationalized and the Centre for Self-Sponsored Programmes (CESSP) has also been operationalized.
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x. Community Service
Over the last five years, the University of Nairobi successfully hosted the national World AIDS Day commemoration celebrations at the at the Chancellor's Court, tree planting exercise has been institutionalised to mitigate against adverse effects of climate change and conserving the environment. The University successfully re-implanted a hand of a 17-year boy that was accidentally chopped off by a chaff cutter machine, successfully separated conjoined twins and partnered with the city county of Nairobi to conduct Monthly cleaning programs and our students have made us proud by taking active role in this.
(Detailed highlights and record of performance and achievements are contained in Chapter 2 above)
2005 to 2014, as Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, University of Nairobi.
I was appointed the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance in 2005, having served as the Principal, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS), since 2003. I am tasked with the responsibility of managing and directing a workforce of over five thousand and five hundred (5,500) in eleven (11) campuses and six (6) constituent colleges across the country. I have full leadership accountability as the Head of Finance, Personnel and Assets with the task to steer the university to sustainable business growth and align the organization’s operations to the strategic objectives set overall. a) Key and Exceptional Responsibilities as the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance iii. Statutory Responsibilities • Head of Administration and Finance Division • Human Resource Management • Management of Finance and Assets
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• Chairman, appointment committees for non-academic staff within the central administration of the university up to the level of Senior Assistant Registrar and equivalent non-teaching staff grades • Chairman, appointment committees of non-teaching staff in the rest of the university at the level of Assistant Registrar and Senior Assistant Registrar and equivalent non-teaching staff grades iv. Non-Statutory Responsibilities • Management Representative, ISO 9001:2008. I ensure that the university adheres to the ISO Quality Management System standards. • Overall coordinator, performance contract management process. I have ensured that colleges and departments in the Central Administration meet their targets by evaluating them quarterly every year. • Chairman of Inter-Public Universities Councils Consultative Forum Joint Negotiations Committee, responsible for negotiating staff benefits with unions at the national level with the mandate of Vice Chancellors’ Committee. • Chairman, Tender Committee. I ensured that procurement procedures are adhered to. • Chairman of the Collective Bargaining Agreement teams for the university management. Despite pressure from the unions, I ensured that we eventually reach a consensus. • In-charge of Staff Performance Appraisal. I ensured that members of staff are appraised by their heads of department annually. • Chairman, Housing Allocation Committee. I ensured that staff houses are allocated on ‘first come, first served’ basis, while looking at unique needs and situations. • Chairman, Staff Disciplinary Committee for grades I-F in the Central Administration. I ensured that disciplinary cases are handled with due diligence. • Member, Staff Housing Policy Committee.
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• Member, Staff Committee on Staff Terms of Service. I ensured that all stakeholders are involved in amendments (if any) of the terms of service. • Member, Sealing Committee. v. Chairmanship of University Management Committees • Inter-Public Universities Councils Consultative Forums Negotiating Committee • University Management Board Sub-Committee on Review of Allowances of University Staff, 2004 • ISO Steering Committee–Management Representative • Strategic Planning Committee • University of Nairobi Pension Scheme 2007 (UNPS 2007) • Tender Committee • Housing Allocation Committee • Staff Appointment Committees • Veterinary Board Committee, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine. vi. Membership to University Management Committees • University Management Board • University Senate • University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Ltd Board of Directors • University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Ltd Finance and General Purposes Committee • University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Ltd Investment Committee • Staff Housing Policy Committee • Sealing Committee • Staff Disciplinary Committees • Standing Committee on Staff Terms of Service • Development, Planning and Establishment Committee • Building Committee • Library and Bookshop Committee
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CV| PROF. PETER MULWA FELIX MBITHI vii. Leadership/Coordination of University Strategic Functions • Strategic Planning Committee • Committee on Assessment of University of Nairobi for the grant of University Charter by Commission for University Education • International Organization for Standardization • Performance Contracts • Transformation Performance Management and Reform Unit • Risk Management • Tender committee • Budgetary Committee • Revenue enhancement • Cost Reduction and austerity measures • Major Projects b) Selected Accomplishments
i. Executive Leadership and Strategic Planning:
As a senior manager, I have provided first-hand executive leadership and support in the development and implementation of the university-wide comprehensive strategic plan as the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Committee from 2005 to date. The process required proven expertise in planning, execution, leadership and working collaboratively with management teams as the lead strategist and coordinator in a process that needed tact, focus and the ability to motivate and inspire the teams involved.
The well-coordinated process resulted in the successful delivery of the highly regarded University of Nairobi Strategic Plan as a blue print for growth and development.
I have meritoriously continued to offer exceptional leadership in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the strategic objectives in the strategic plan as part of an ongoing process of ensuring that the strategic plan is effectively operationalized. This has resulted in enhanced quality academic programming and well-built internal and external resource capacities.
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ii. Strategic Business Growth and Development • Planned, developed and implemented the following University of Nairobi strategic plans using a participatory approach to achieve established objectives that address emerging concerns: o Reviewed 2005-2010 University of Nairobi Strategic Plan o 2007-2013 University of Nairobi Strategic Plan o 2013-2018 University of Nairobi Strategic Plan o 2018-2023 University of Nairobi Strategic Plan • Prospected for, identified and recommended suitable investment opportunities that would add value to the corporate bottom-line while maintaining the integrity and reputation of the organization. • Conducted in-depth analysis of business strategy, identifying the best policies for the development and the avoidance of foreseeable difficulties with a focus on continuous progress. • Initiated appropriate actions to minimize risks and align performance goals with business targets. iii. Operations Management
• Managed and empowered senior managers in charge of key divisions and regions. • Provided leadership in acquiring real estate or building of new facilities and refurbishing existing facilities to meet demands of the organization. • Headed operational decision-making and strategic planning for supply chain management, facility management, technological management, quality management and cross-coordination functions. • Ensured continuous upgrade of information technology, including telecommunications and networking systems to meet operational needs. • Identified opportunities to enhance and strengthen procedures and policies, automate systems and improve efficiency of services, creating a more cost-effective organization.
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iv. Quality Management Systems/ISO 9001:2008 • Passionately committed to providing fast and high quality support to customer needs. • Conversant with the process of establishing quality management systems that would lead to ISO certification. • Have the knowledge to mobilize human and material resources and build capacity to develop high standards as required by the procedures. • Have the capacity to manage the implementation and maintenance of ISO procedures through consistent improvement as evidenced in the following reports: 1. UON/QMS Consolidated Internal Audit Report–March 2008 2. Internal Quality Audit Analysis and Comparison–December 2009 3. Sixth Internal Quality Audit Analysis–April 2011 4. Seventh Internal Quality Audit Analysis, Report Prepared For University ISO Steering Review Committee–February 2012. 5. Eighth Internal Quality Audit Analysis, report prepared for the University ISO Steering Review Committee–June 2012. 6. University ISO Steering Review Committee, Ninth Internal Quality Audit, Analysis Report-December 2012. 7. University ISO Steering Review Committee, 10th Internal Quality Audit Report– March 2013. 8. University ISO Steering Review Committee, 11th Internal Quality Audit Report– December 2013 9. A report of the ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System Sustenance and Improvements–March, 2014. 10. University ISO Steering Review Committee, 12th Internal Quality Audit Report– April 2013. 11. Analysis Report of the Second Recertification Audit–August, 2014 12. In April 2017, under my leadership the university aligned the QMS with the new ISO9001:2015 Standard
In July 2007, I was appointed the University Management Representative by the Vice Chancellor to spearhead and guide activities of ISO 9001:2000 and to
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Improved ISO 9001:2008: In April 2009, the University further acquired the newly improved ISO 9001:2008, thus becoming the only public university in Kenya with certification that covers all its functions. I coordinated the formidable task of steering the process to its successful establishment as the Management Representative.
• My role as the Management Representative included but not limited to:
1. ensuring that resources are available for ISO activities,
2. ensuring that processes needed for the Quality Management Systems are established, implemented and maintained,
3. ensuring that correction, corrective and preventive actions are taken in time,
4. reporting to the university top management on the performance of the Quality Management System and any need for improvement and,
5. ensuring the promotion of awareness of customer requirements throughout the organization.
• Preparation The process to have the University of Nairobi ISO certified started in the financial year 2007/2008. I ensured that the sensitization sessions were conducted for the members of the University Management Board to embrace and own the process.
In February and March 2007, I coordinated training sessions for members of the Senate together with senior and middle-level members of staff. This
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was followed by sensitization of all cadres of staff in the university to ensure the process was holistic and owned by all.
• Setting work plans In July 2007, I ensured a proper road map towards certification by determining the scope of certification and applying it to the entire University. By doing so I have had to coordinate Quality Management System planning by ensuring key relevant committees were in place. This includes the ISO Steering Committee headed by the Vice Chancellor, ISO Development teams in the colleges, the Students Welfare Authority and the Central Administration and Central Project Development Committee headed by Registrar, Administration.
• Documentation and preparation As the Management Representative and Resource Leader, between August and October 2007, I supervised the development of the University Quality Management System. I supervised development of the University’s Quality Manual, Quality Policy, Quality Objectives, 84 corporate and functional based procedures, and process maps. The work was done successfully and the implementation of the Quality Management System was approved by the University Management Board in a meeting held at the Tigoni Conference Centre on February 6, 2008.
In 2009, 2011 and 2014, under my guidance and leadership as the Management Representative, the university revised the Quality Management System to comply with the ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Training of internal quality auditors and preparation Training of Internal Quality Auditors (IQAs) was done in two groups and I attended all the training sessions to provide leadership and counsel to the staff to focus on this new area.
Prior to the next stage that was to involve the implementation of the Quality Management System, I ensured in December 2007 that the
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university trained sixty two (62) members of staff as ISO Internal Auditors. To strengthen the audit team in July 2009, I facilitated the training of an extra fifty (50) members of staff as ISO Internal Auditors, thus making a total of one hundred and twelve (112) ISO Internal Auditors.
• Audits In the last six years through my stewardship as the Management Representative, the university has gone successfully through a pre- certification, three certifications, and eight surveillance audits conducted by Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS). Twelve internal quality audits have been undertaken on my watch.
I planned to have the university carry out two internal quality audits every year since 2008 in order to ensure continual improvement of our customer service delivery.
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Internal Quality Audits
Analysis of First Internal Quality Audit • I mobilized an awareness of the University Quality Management System, explaining the need and value of the exercise to the entire university which resonates with ISO 9001:2008. • I identified 61 audit areas based on my experience and knowledge of the university operations. • I also selected 64 internal quality auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective was to determine if the university was ready after the first certification and if it was also implementing the Quality Management System. • I ensured that the exercise was carried out on March 25-28, 2008 with no hitches. • 278 Non Conformities were identified, and appropriate corrective action was taken under my close supervision.
Analysis of Second Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the second internal audit to be carried out on November 17-20, 2008. • I identified 77 audit areas to be covered, depending on university functions. I deployed 64 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to determine if the university was implementing the Quality Management System in line with the ISO 9001:2008 requirements. • 79 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions taken under my close guidance.
Analysis of Third Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled out the third internal audit to be carried out on August 17- 20, 2009.
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• I identified 76 audit areas based on a review of the performance of the last two audits. • I deployed 99 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the task. • The objective of the audit was to determine if the university was implementing the Quality Management System in line with the ISO 9001:2008 requirements and to identify opportunities for improvement. • 57 Non Conformities (NCs) were identified and corrective actions were taken accordingly.
Analysis of Fourth Internal Quality Audit • I planned for the audit to be carried out on January 25-February 5, 2010. • I identified 79 audit areas based on a review of the past performance of the last three audits. I deployed 96 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the task. • The objective of the audit was to determine if the university was implementing the Quality Management System in line with the ISO 9001:2008 requirements and to identify opportunities for improvement. • 198 Non Conformities (NCs) were identified and remedial measures were taken appropriately on time.
Analysis of Fifth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on October 26-28, 2010. • I identified 84 audit areas to be covered, depending on university functions. • I selected 96 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check on the effectiveness of corrective actions taken in the past. • 112 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions taken under my close supervision.
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Analysis of Sixth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on April 13-15, 2011. I identified 84 audit areas to be covered depending on university functions. • I selected 96 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check if the university was implementing the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2008 requirements. • I planned to have the auditors use the Q-Pulse System (Software) to fill in reports for the first time and get used to managing the Quality Management System through it. • The software is in use to date. • 189 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions taken under my close supervision.
Analysis of Seventh Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on October 26- 28-2011. • I identified 59 audit areas to be covered, depending on university functions. • I deployed 66 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check the effectiveness of corrective actions taken in the past. • 168 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions taken under my close supervision.
Analysis of Eighth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on April 3-5, 2012. • I identified 59 audit areas to be covered, depending on university functions. • I deployed 66 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check the effectiveness of the Quality Management System, focusing on certain clauses of the ISO 901:2008. • 162 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions were taken under my guidance.
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Analysis of Ninth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on October 24-26, 2012. • I identified 64 audit areas to be covered depending, on university functions. • I deployed 46 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check on the effectiveness and continual improvement of the Quality Management System. • 39 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions were taken under my guidance.
Analysis of Tenth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on January 23-24, 2013. • I identified 14 audit areas to be covered, depending on university functions. • I deployed 14 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • The objective of the audit was to check on corrective actions were taken in identified areas. • 10 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions were taken under my supervision.
Analysis of Eleventh Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled the audit to be carried out on November 4-6, 2013. • I identified 51 audit areas to be covered based past performance. • I deployed 14 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit. • I directed the auditors to focus on Clause 7 of ISO Standard: Product Realization. • 101 Non Conformities (NCs) were identified and corrective actions were taken under my supervision.
Analysis of Twelfth Internal Quality Audit • I scheduled this audit to be carried out on January 24-26, 2014. • I identified 40 audit areas and deployed 46 Internal Quality Auditors to carry out the audit.
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• The objective of the audit was to determine if the Quality Management System was effectively being implemented. • 54 Non Conformities were identified and corrective actions were taken under my supervision.
The Thirteenth Internal Quality Audit I have scheduled this to take place from November 19 to 21, 2014.
v. Public Procurement Management My role as the accounting officers has been to ensure the following:
As the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration and Finance, I served as the Chairman of the University of Nairobi Tender Committee from April 23, 2007. All this time the committee was guided by the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005, and the Public Procurement and Disposal Regulations, 2006, which have been fully complied with.
i) Section (26) 4 of the Act, 2005, on the establishment of the Tender Committee and Procurement Unit. ii) The second schedule of the Regulations, 2006, on the composition of the Public Universities Tender Committee. iii) Regulations, 2006, (10) on the functions of the Tender Committee and (12) on the procedure for Tender Committee meetings.
The foregoing sections of the Act, 2005, and Regulations, 2006, were fully complied with and as the Chairman of the Tender Committee I always drew the attention of the members to them so as to ensure that the university continued to be compliant.
In this brief summary I wish to touch on the main achievements of the Tender Committee.
Achievements of the Tender Committee (2007 – 2014)
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The University of Nairobi Tender Committee made great strides since 2007 when I was appointed its Chairman. i) Training, Sensitization and Vetting of Tender Committee Members The Tender Committee members with the assistance of the Public Procurement Oversight Authority (PPOA) were trained on the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005, and the Public Procurement and Disposal Regulations, 2006. The Tender Committee members were vetted to maintain integrity and confidentiality on all procurement matters. This had the effect of making it much easier for the Chairman to lead and guide deliberations of the committee meetings.
ii) Efficient Utilization of Time Tender Committee meetings were prompt. Meetings started at 7:00 or 7:30am so that members were released to attend to their other official functions. The agenda was circulated to members at least two days in advance to ensure their effective participation. Other management committees borrowed this tradition that started with the Tender Committee.
iii) Assisting Other Public Procuring Entities That Lack Capacity The University Tender Committee with the authorization of PPOA continued to provide service to other public procuring entities that lack capacity. The South Eastern University College and the Embu University College have since developed capacity and have their own tender committees. The Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board and the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service were served by the University of Nairobi Tender Committee. Further, members of the Tender Committee occasionally provided technical advice to tender committees of other public entities.
iv) Independent and Impartial Tender Committee The Tender Committee continued to maintain objectivity and impartiality in its deliberations and adjunctions. This served the university well as the decisions of the committee have never been
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challenged or petitioned before the Administrative Review Board in the seven years that I chaired the Committee.
I therefore, • Have in depth understanding of the legislative framework governing public procurement practice and processes in Kenya, • Possess skills in areas of strategic, tactical and operational domains necessary for team leadership to successfully navigate the process, • Have the ability to design and implement procurement planning in the public procurement framework, • Have the ability to develop supplier relations with public service providers, • Have global skills to follow procurement requirements as regulated by the legislative framework, and • Have the ability to negotiate effective procurement contracts in a public institution context. vi. Pension Scheme Management
In 2005, the University of Nairobi Council nominated me to serve as a trustee of the University of Nairobi Pension Scheme. Later in 2007, I was elected by the Board of Trustees to serve as its Chairman. As Chairman and member of the Investment Committee of the Board of Trustees, I led the scheme to distinguished success as follows:
• In July 2008 the scheme was successfully reorganized and the secretariat was reduced from eleven to four members of staff. • In 2013/2014 the secretariat signed the first performance contract which the trustees used to monitor its performance. • During my tenure as the Chairman of the Board of Trustee, I successfully held board meetings that lasted for at most one hour and business was transacted efficiently and comprehensively. • Measures were put in place to ensure that members’ retirement benefits were paid one day after their last day of service.
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• Over the years the scheme has been able to cut down on administrative costs by 15%, despite the growth in fund value and membership, without compromising on the standards regarding the delivery of service. • During my tenure as the Chairman, the scheme embraced a risk- management model and measures to mitigate the risks of the pension scheme. • In February 2014, the scheme held the first planning for retirement seminar for teaching members of staff who had five or fewer years to retirement. The seminar was very successful, the turnout was very good and a steering committee for a post-retirement medical scheme was initiated. • The steering committee initiated the process of setting up the first ever post-retirement medical scheme in the University of Nairobi.
According to the scheme’s actuaries, the University of Nairobi Pension Scheme is one of the very few excellently managed pension schemes. The fund value grew by 248% from KES 3.37 billion in 2006 to approximately KES 12 billion as of June 30, 2014.
Fund Value-KES
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Above all, the rates of returns were extremely good: 20% in 2012, 23% in 2013, and 20% in 2014.
The following were my key responsibilities as Chairman of the Board of Trustees:
• Provide strategic leadership and support to the management
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• Establish a stable pension scheme and develop policies governing processes and procedures • Provide continuous improvement in response to feedback from members • Ensure compliance with current legislations and regulations • Ensure that the pension scheme is effective and meet agreed quality, performance and customer care standards.
vii. Building Collaborative Relationships
• Develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships internally and also with external organizations. • Seek to establish shared interests and experiences and other common grounds that enable building of team synergy. • Recognize business concerns and perspectives of others and acknowledge them for the greater good of the organization. • Communicate and express gratitude to all who have provided information, assistance or support to strengthen openness and initiative with all stakeholders. • Support and encourage collaborative forums for engagement to foster information sharing and networking.
I therefore have a thorough knowledge of the structural, legislative and regulatory framework for administering university education in Kenya.
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7.0 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY
7.1 Resource Mobilizations and Sustainability
As part of the University’s sustainability strategy, I have instituted various austerity and cost cutting measures as steps towards lowering budget deficits. Rationalization of staff and implementation of staff workload report will form some of these measures. Under my leadership, the University is exploring new sources of revenue and specifically through fundraising. Among recent achievements include University of Nairobi, Beijing Jiaotong University and Kenya Railways Corporation signing an MoU worth US$ 30 million through China Aid Grant during the China Africa Forum to train skilled manpower for SGR in the level of technicians, engineers, managers and researchers. Currently over 120 students are being trained in Jiaotong University in Beijing.
UoN has also signed an MoU with Guangzhou Cherami China Africa Investment Management CO. Ltd., to establish a Cancer Research Institute in Nairobi.
(Key highlights and record of performance and achievements as a vice chancellor under this pillar are detailed in Chapter 2 above)
7.2 Head of Administration and Finance
As head of Administration and Finance, I successfully served in the role that requires the knowledge to translate financial concepts, broad financial and operations management skills, and the ability to effectively collaborate with problematic colleagues who do not necessarily have financial backgrounds.
• Improved Financial Performance: I have a successful track record in being able to set priorities; in being keen on critical analysis, and in problem solving skills which I have consistently used to support and enable sound decision making. This has led to the improved financial performance as shown later in this document. I have employed credible leadership, innovation and strategy that have yielded immense results through the establishment of prudent
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financial management procedures, revenue enhancement, cost containment and austerity.
• Financial Management System: As the team leader, I have implemented a robust financial management and reporting system that ensures improvement in billing and adherence to collection schedules and that ensures that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Budgeting/Financial Planning and Asset Management I, in conjunction with the university financial officers, am charged with the responsibility to oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process and review all financial plans and budgets. I monitor progress and changes and keep the University Council and the management team abreast of the institution’s financial status. During my tenure, our financial reports have been provided in a timely manner to the Public Finance Auditing teams with not a single registered delay. The other responsibilities I am charged with include:
• making strategic and operational planning decisions based on prudent financial analyses, using efficient and practical accounting and financial control tools, • implementing prudent financial management systems to improve recording, analysis and reporting for internal and external audit functions, • generating detailed projections for costs, expenses and inventory as part of the process of developing fully integrated financial systems with requisite projections, • monitoring financial performance to ensure alignment with corporate financial performance, and • implementing strategies to achieve operational efficiencies and value for money.
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Attributed to my judicious leadership there are a number of accomplishments leading to improved financial performance that define a progressive and dynamic leader able to initiate transformative change.
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8.0 STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
8.1 Human Resource and Asset Management: I have displayed an in-depth knowledge of the university’s asset base, culture, policies, revenue, clients and internal issues in order to handle high level administrative issues with minimal or no margin of error. 8.2 Performance Management/Appraisal • Conversant with Performance Contract Management system and able to establish, coordinate and manage an organization-wide process. • Experience in alignment of organizational activities to strategic objectives to ensure compliance to set performance parameters. • Excellent capacity to track effects of changes across the organization to reinforce and reward employees for achievement of desired outcomes of the change effort. • Demonstrated ability to focus on pertinent aspects of programmatic performance likely to be affected by change and engage relevant responsible persons with a view of preparing them for change. • Proven capacity to clarify objectives of public service institutions and their relationship with the government and being able to facilitate performance evaluation based on results instead of conformity with bureaucratic rules and regulations.
8.3 Labour Relations Management • Highly developed negotiation skills with proven results in a premium institution. • Conversant with the development of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs). • Hands-on experience in managing complex industrial conflicts to an amicable conclusion. • Strong communication skills and ability to accurately explain policies, limits and provide guidance. • Experience in and capability of managing unions and providing leadership on emerging issues.
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• Development and implementation of staff contracts and terms of service. • Inter-Public Universities Consultative Councils Forum.
Selected Achievements • Corporate Training and Development: As the team leader, I have been entrusted by the university to ensure continuous growth and development and to provide leadership in identifying competency needs and recommending appropriate pedagogical skill sets that improve personnel effectiveness in the delivery of services. • As the results leader and coordinator of corporate training and development, I have led in the establishment and implementation of workforce improvement initiatives that demonstrate skills in relationship building, communication and leadership. • Staff Training and Development: I have ensured improved teaching skills through pedagogical training in order to enhance productivity and maintain relevance in tandem with new developments and initiatives. Numerous professors, associate professors and lecturers have from time to time benefitted from the university-wide training sessions. • Capacity and Quality Improvement: I have also ensured the Training of all teaching staff in pedagogical and androgogical skills, which entails the use of modern teaching techniques. The result has been enhanced capacity and quality of teaching and learning. • Enhanced Strategic Mind-set: I have inspired strategic thinking and ability for senior members of staff to usefully contribute in the advancement of university programmes. I have guaranteed the successful implementation of the same by the introduction and implementation of a number of management and staff training programmes which have seen executive teams, business units, IT personnel, human resource managers, and the teaching fraternity benefit in the following programmes:- o Pedagogy and Androgogy Training: To increase knowledge and competencies in skills delivery, use of improved technology and innovativeness.
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o Team Building Forums: To foster team spirit and team work in line with the university core values. o Financial and human resource management training: To sharpen skills and refresh knowledge base to keep up with changing technology and innovativeness. • Sustained Performance: As the resource leader, I have provided guidance and help in the development of a knowledge improvement base in the university as a platform to empower the workforce to improve and sustain performance. • Team Integration: I am credited for transformative leadership that has seen the university progressively build teams of powerhouses that are able to collaboratively achieve the broad objectives of the university in an integrated manner. • Policy Implementation: I am resolute in ensuring that policy implementation is achieved to the letter. Institutionalization of rules and procedures that govern processes in a multidisciplinary institution requires tact, diligence and ability to command respect with all stakeholders. To this effect, I successfully ensured the implementation of staff training and promotion policy and a new scheme of service for clinical officers, nurses, secretarial staff, drivers and clerical staff. • ICT Networking and Automation: I provided leadership in creating and implementing new and progressive business structures through leadership and cohesion leading to the establishment and expansion of ICT networks and automation in the university. • In-house Professional Capacity: I provided leadership in the comprehensive and well-coordinated process that has been crafted to establish a team of highly qualified professionals in ICT to plan, implement and support infrastructure and related services in the university without relying on external support. • Asset Enhancement Initiatives: I have successfully provided direction and insight to various parties on strategizing, implementing and completing asset enhancement initiatives. Some of the services enjoyed in
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the university as a result of such forward thinking initiatives include but are not limited to: o Functional data centre services o Network infrastructure and communication services o Internet services with improved bandwidth o Efficient email services o Powerful messaging platforms, and o Management information systems to manage complex installations and fixtures.
As the Vice Chancellor, I have been a role model and national figure to many people by upholding professional integrity and maintaining ethical standards. My transformational leadership has contributed to significant changes in the life of the institution and individuals. I took up the task of inspiring and challenging teams to come up with new and innovative ways that challenge the status quo which has yielded immense results as demonstrated over my tenure in the university leadership.
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9.0 TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
To succeed in providing progressive leadership, I have deliberately set aside time and space for personal growth and development to sharpen my knowledge and skills as depicted in the training and development sections. In a number of team oriented tasks, I have been able get people to look beyond their self interest and work together as a team for the task at hand regardless of their positions in the university hierarchy. I have consistently offered business leadership by setting clear goals with high expectations and inspired people to reach them. I have been a model of integrity and fairness who gets people to look beyond their self interests by taking corporate responsibility.
9.1 Strategic Planning • Development and Execution. I have hands-on experience and high level skills in strategic planning and execution. In 2005 I was appointed Chairman and Results Leader for the University Strategic Planning Programme and tasked with the responsibility of developing and leading the execution of the university’s corporate strategic plans. Under my strategic and transformational leadership, the University of Nairobi has developed and executed the following corporate strategic plans: o Reviewed, University of Nairobi Strategic Plan 2005 o University of Nairobi Strategic Plan 2007-2013 o University of Nairobi Strategic Plan 2013-2018 o University of Nairobi Strategic Plan 2018-2023 • Setting the Pace for Reforms at the University of Nairobi. The strategic plans set the pace for reforms at the university with the aim to propel the institution to become a world-class university committed to scholarly excellence and benchmark with the best universities in the world. All the activities in the university are now anchored on the strategic plan.
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9.2 Change Management • I have provided top-notch leadership in this complex but rewarding strategy execution involving changes on structures, incentives, controls, people, objectives and responsibilities. • I have been directly involved in engaging and mobilizing teams to understand the key objectives of certain university projects they are involved in, hence managing and enforcing ownership. A number of instances required effective change management and reduction of resistance to new ideas, decisions and actions.
9.3 Performance Management I have provided leadership in the recurrent process of performance management with skill and commitment in assessing and developing employees to ensure their effective contribution to organizational objectives.
9.4 Objective Setting On many occasions, I have led in the rigorous university-wide process that requires coordination, management and a well-developed approach that entails setting objectives for employees to achieve, rating the performance against set objectives and outlining future development activities with an aim of achieving the objectives.
9.5 Building Management Confidence • I have applied performance management processes to provide transparency in workstations and a framework for documenting issues related to performance. Besides bringing a perspective change, such processes have brought confidence in the management and assurance of structured assessment of future career development requirements. • Team preparation to ensure that staff who will be engaged in the execution clearly understand the process, their role and how they should professionally conduct the performance review based on the procedures stipulated.
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• As the lead strategist and resource person, I have led in the process of linking strategic goals to operational objectives and ultimately to individual objectives by cascading them down from the senior management to the rest of the university staff.
9.6 Building team consensus I have spearheaded this effort to ensure that the university’s performance review ratings are agreed upon in a fair manner and that individual performance is qualified and used to compare relative performance across the institution. In so doing, the university has been able to achieve specific objectives. The aggregate achievements have brought improved competencies and behavioural change based on understanding.
9.7 Specific Achievements: • Performance Contracting: I assumed office through a competitive recruitment process at a time when there was a great shift from traditional public service models to performance-guided systems.
I have successfully coordinated as the team leader, the university- wide change management process that has seen the development and signing of performance contracts within a tight deadline.
• High Performance: Over and above statutory duties, I had the daunting task of mobilizing the university fraternity, training and managing the varied expectations from the University Council, the Government and the staff with an aim of engendering high performance at the initiation stage of the new performance contracting system. • Top Ranking: My tenacious approach to service delivery and quality output has contributed to maintaining the University of Nairobi at the top right from the inception of performance contracting in 2005/2006. The published government performance contract results of 2005/2006 ranked the University of Nairobi at number twenty one (21) out of all state corporations in the country, with a composite score of 2.1209
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(very good). In the same period under my leadership the university was ranked number one (1) out of the public universities and number one (1) in the Ministry of Education. o Repeat Top Ranking: In 2006/2007, mastery of the requisite quality standards and the ability to steer the institution towards achieving them saw the university ranked number six (6) among all state corporations, with a composite score of 1.8304 (very good). The same excellence was exhibited 2008/2009 with a score of 1.8509 (very good/excellent). The above phenomenal performance is attributed to astute leadership that is able to motivate individuals and teams in a concerted effort to meet specific goals. o In 2009/2010, the university posted excellent performance and became a leading institution in the higher education sector with a composite score of 1.843 (excellent) and position (2) in the state corporations, under my leadership. o 2010/2011 was an exceptional year, as the university continued to perform exemplarily by posting a better composite score of 1.4917 (excellent) thereby ranking position one (1) in the categories of both the higher education sector and the state corporations and all other agencies. Under my leadership of the performance contract process, the university was the first public institution to obtain such a high score. o In 2011/2012 and 2012/2013, the government did not release the results, though the annual performance evaluation was done. The composite score for the two years was 2.0953 (excellent) and 1.9244 (excellent), respectively. The apparent drop in the composite score for these two years is largely on account of changed the composite value range. o In 2013/2014, the university posted excellent performance with a composite sore of 2.3088 (excellent)
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o In 2014/2015, the university posted excellent performance with a composite sore of 1.9648 (excellent)
o In 2015/2016 and 2016/2017 the government did not release the results, though the annual performance evaluation was done.
o In 2017/2018, the university posted excellent performance with a composite sore of 2.0395 (excellent)
This exemplary performance was achieved under my leadership of the performance contracting process.
• Yearly Performance Contract Negotiations and Evaluations: Performance contracting targets are negotiated and are driven and derived from the strategic objectives of the university and in turn of the unit.
Every year for the fifteen (15) years: o I have led teams to develop and negotiate the Performance Contracts with the Government. o I have represented the University Council in all performance evaluation sessions with the government where I vigorously and very ably defended the University of Nairobi’s performance with excellent results. o I have negotiated with the Deputy Vice Chancellors, colleges, schools/faculties, teaching departments and the central departments their performance contracts, ensuring compliance with strategic university targets and preparing performance contracts for signing by the management.
The highlights of performance contracting at the university have been cost reduction, implementation of a service charter, new publications in refereed journals, enhanced IT facilities and use, operating in a neat and clean environment, and addressing corruption, HIV/AIDS, enhanced national cohesion and integration, gender & disability mainstreaming and, innovation and competitiveness.
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The performance contract serves as a management accountability framework focusing on outputs and outcomes rather than inputs, processes or pre-occupation with activities.
The university’s performance contracting has acquired a component of staff performance with the university developing tools for staff appraisal which aim primarily at staff participating and being involved in planning, delivery and evaluation of work performance.
• Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Quality Maintenance Customer Satisfaction: I have been instrumental in leadership geared towards fulfilment of customer needs. The implementation of the Quality Management System requires a clear orientation towards the customer, a consistent quality philosophy, a clear definition and fulfilment of processes, objective and evidence based decision making and proactive rather than reactive system management and leadership.
The passion, expertise, skill and achievements here-in are essential to the functions of the office I hold.
Continuous Quality Maintenance: Considering that quality management is a continuous process, I have been involved in the elaborate process of fine-tuning the systems that saw the university get ISO certification in July 2008.
• Reduced Wastage: As a result of my enabling leadership, I have streamlined management and operation processes, thereby reducing wastage and improving productivity, leading to customer satisfaction as follows:
Area of FY 10/11 FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Assessment (%) (%) (%) (%) Customer 76.98 80 81.02 91.17 Satisfaction Employee 63.6 77 84.48 87.13 Satisfaction
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Work 66 93 94.84 97.34 Environment
• Rapid Resource Initiatives: To overcome implementation risks and to tackle endemic and systemic problems within university systems, I embarked on rolling out Rapid Results Initiatives (RRIs) with focus on selected thematic areas in line with the university’s strategic plans and with well-defined goals. The following are the Rapid Results Initiatives in which I was the Results Leader:
o RRI for Financial Sustainability–2007 The objective was to reduce the cost of consumables by 10% by ensuring that the University of Nairobi Central Stores are fully operational in 100 days.
o RRI for ICT–to increase utilization of existing ICT–2007 The objective was to reduce the time taken to update Curriculum Vitas on the University of Nairobi Website from the current 4 weeks to 1 day in 100 days.
o RRI for Implementation of the Results of Steadman Survey-2007 The objective was to increase student satisfaction with academic staff from 65.5% to 70.5% within 100 days.
o RRI for Streamlining of the Procurement System-2007 The objective was to reduce acquisition time for transport, maintenance services and consumables by 30% in 100 days.
o RRI for Review of Staff Performance Appraisal Tools-2007 The objective was to examine four staff appraisal forms and review and develop tools in line with the performance appraisal best practices benchmark to a world class organization in 100 days.
o RRI for Streamlining the Processing of Transcripts, Examinations and Release of Results–2007
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The objective was to reduce the period of issuing transcripts to three (3) days from the current 14 days within 100 days.
o RRI for Implementation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 - 2013 The objective was to sensitize university staff, students, alumni and the public on the role of the university in the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and the Public Service Integrity Programme within 100 days.
I worked hard with all stakeholders and all of the objectives of the RRIs were met and surpassed.
• Webometrics Ranking: In the 2008/2009 financial year I developed the initial concept “University of Nairobi’s Marshal Plan for Webometrics Ranking” and presented the idea in a Senate retreat. The Senate adopted the report and approved the recommendation for the university to make the ranking as a strategic issue and endeavour to be ranked among the top 10 universities in Africa.
I spearheaded the process of Webometrics Ranking which is the largest academic ranking of higher education institution is the world. Since 2004, every six months, an independent, objective, free, open scientific exercise is performed by the Cybermetrics Lab (Spanish National Research Council, CSIC) to provide reliable, multidimensional, updated and useful information about the performance of universities from all over the world based on their web presence and impact.
The Webometrics Ranking process in the university has primarily aimed at promoting web publications, supporting open access initiatives and enhancing electronic access to scientific publications as well as to other academic materials. The ranking is a useful tool showing the commitment of the university to Open Access initiatives through carefully selected web indicators. The university has been ranked in the following manner from 2014 to 2018:
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RESULTS PERIOD AFRICA RANK WORLD RANK July 2014 9 907 January 2015 7 855 July 2015 7 923 January 2016 6 697 July 2016 8 765 January 2017 8 775 January 2018 7 874 July 2018 5 621
• Service Delivery Charter: Apart from inspiring creative thinking, I have exhibited a hands-on pioneering spirit by developing the original concept that led to the production of the first ever university Service Delivery Charter in March 2006. The charter, with an outline of the range of services offered by the university was reviewed in December 2007. I provided leadership in ensuring that different sectors of the university develop department specific charters indicative of their commitment to our customers, but maintaining the overall sync with the broad University Charter.
• I ensured that the charter enhanced a high level of awareness on the roles of the university as an internal performance evaluation tool, besides being able to provide an insight on core values, standards and client expectations to foster redress where applicable. From its initiation to date, I have continued to provide guidance as the team leader of the Service Charter Development Committee.
• Results Based Management System: I spearheaded, as the overall university coordinator and results leader, the development of a Results Based Management System which is a management strategy focusing on performance and achievement of outputs, outcomes and impacts. This has ensured focus on achieving results and improving performance, while
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integrating the lessons learned into management decisions at all the levels. The system has helped in monitoring and reporting performance across the vast university.
• My contribution in this regard has been the evident massive skills development, rapid results initiatives, and changed attitudes and responsiveness in the manner in which business is done at the University of Nairobi.
9.8 ISO Quality Management System Certification • Guided by the need to perfect quality service delivery, I led the university in initiating the involving exercise of developing an ISO Quality Management System that involved sensitization sessions and Quality Management System (QMS) training for the Senate, the university management and university’s middle level management. The exercise which required excellent presentational skills and ability to coordinate a multilevel process that is strategic in nature benefited from my leadership skills. As the resource leader, I provided the requisite guidance and worked tirelessly to provide strong emotional energy and strategy to deliver the evidently good results.
• Continuous Quality Maintenance: Considering that quality management is a continuous process, I was involved as the resource leader in the elaborate process of fine-tuning the systems that saw the University get ISO certification in July 2008. • Improved ISO 9001:2008: In April 2009, the university acquired the newly improved ISO 9001:2008, thus becoming the only public University with certification that covers all its functions. As the management representative, I coordinated the formidable task of steering the process to its successful establishment. • Improved ISO 9001:2015: In August 2017, the University acquired the newly improved ISO 9001:2015. The new standard provides many benefits to the University that includes better process integration,
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10.0 ASSETS, INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT
Markedly Improved Academic Infrastructure
Under my leadership and guidance in the last 15 years, the university has invested over KES 7.3 billion in new projects and completion of stalled projects.
The development projects undertaken between the 2005/2006 and the 2018/2019 financial years and financed through internally generated funds include: • Completion and occupancy of Phase I Wangari Maathai Campus • Completion and occupancy of the UoN Towers. • Completion and occupancy of the Kisumu Campus Complex. • Completion of the UoN Confucius Institute to enhance the collaborative link between University of Nairobi and Tianjin Normal University to train Kenyan professionals in Chinese language and culture. • 2016: The University of Nairobi secured a grant of US$ 1 million provided by the Government of India for the renovation/refurbishment of the Mahatma Gandhi Graduate Library into a State-of-the-art Graduate Library. On completion, It will be the most resourced graduate library in East Africa. • 2016: Sourced for support for construction of Wangari Maathai Institute. President support to Institute with KShs. 800m for Phase II, tarmacking of 3km of Kapenguria Road and reverting of 67 acres of Land to UoN from Ministry of Agriculture. • Completion of the Central Examination Centre, previously a stalled building. It is a modern examination centre, which consists of two examination rooms with a capacity of 1000 users each, office space, a computing unit and wide reception rooms. • Cabro-paving of the 8-4-4 parking lot at the Main Campus. • Cabro-paving works on the trunk road between YMCA Nairobi to the Chiromo Campus. • Cabro-paving of the parking lots at the College of Biological and Physical Sciences.
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• Renovation of the former International Centre for Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) headquarters at the Chiromo Campus, now known as the Centre for Biotechnology and Informatics. • Acquisition of the British Council Library building in Kisumu which has adequate office space, lecture rooms, a modern computerized library, a computer laboratory and an amphitheatre for the Kisumu Campus. • Purchase of the Uni-Plaza building in Mombasa. It both houses the Department of Extra Mural Studies and is used as teaching space for programmes of the schools of business and Law. • Construction of a lecture theatre and three laboratories at the Kenya Science Campus. • Completion of the library and stalled 8-4-4 students’ halls at the Lower Kabete Campus. • Facelift of facilities at the Lower Kabete Campus. • Completion of the 8-4-4 Building at the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Services. The building has modern lecture theatres, seminar rooms, offices, a computer laboratory and facilities for international seminars. • Cabro-paving of the parking lots in the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences. • Construction of a Library Complex at the College of Education and External Studies (CEES). • Completion of stalled facilities and vertical extension of the School of Computing and Informatics building. • Installation of power generators in the Central Administration building and all the six Colleges. • Re-roofing of Central Catering Unit and students’ halls. • Completion of level three laboratories and an extension block in the Department of Surgery, the College of Health Sciences. • Purchase of twelve 62-seater buses, four ambulances, two water bowsers and other vehicles.
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I have also explored PPP and debt financing for capital development projects including Students Hostels Project, Engineering and Science Complex, Dairy Project, Wangari Maathai Institute, University of Nairobi Teaching and Referral Hospital and Kibwezi Irrigation Project. The students’ hostel project entails construction of student hostels to accommodate approximately 10,000 undergraduate students at 5.7 acres in Mamlaka and 5,000 postgraduate, international students and visiting scholars’ studio apartments on 3.7 acres along Harry Thuku road between Hotel Boulevard and Norfolk Towers. IFC has been requested to finance the project fully at a cost of KShs 6.7b and is currently seeking approval for funding from World Bank.
As the Chairman of the University Management Board I have been at the forefront in the process of providing the necessary resources, wisdom and vision to guide the university. It is due to such guidance that the university has managed to excel in performance, not just at the national level, but also internationally as evidenced by Webometrics Ranking.
The good performance of the university is an indicator of the relevance, wholesomeness and proper implementation of the university’s vision, mission and strategic objectives as outlined in various strategic plans since 2005. I have been a key and very active player in this regard.
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11.0 MANAGEMENT REPORTS
I have been the team leader of several strategic committees that have generated the following reports which now form part of documentation and reference materials for the purpose of strategic management.
• Report on University of Nairobi Revenue Enhancement, Cost Containment and Austerity Measures 2008, (NAIVASHA I). • Report on University of Nairobi Revenue Enhancement, Cost Containment and Austerity Measures 2009, (NAIVASHA II). • Report on University of Nairobi Revenue Enhancement, Cost-Cutting and Austerity Measures 2014, (NAIVASHA III). • University of Nairobi annual budgets for 2005/2006 to 2014/2015. • University of Nairobi annual reports and financial statements for 2005/2006 to 2014/2015. • UON/QMS Consolidated Internal Audit Report – March 2008 • Internal Quality Audit Analysis and Comparison–December 2009 • Sixth Internal Quality Audit Analysis–April 2011 • Seventh Internal Quality Audit, Analysis, a report prepared for University ISO Steering Review Committee–February 2012. • Eighth Internal Quality Audit Analysis, a report prepared for University ISO Steering Review Committee–June 2012. • University ISO Steering Review Committee, 9th Internal Quality Audit, Analysis Report-December 2012. • University ISO Steering Review Committee, 10th Internal Quality Audit Report–March 2013. • University ISO Steering Review Committee, 11th Internal Quality Audit Report–December 2013 • Report of the ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System Sustenance and Improvements–March, 2014. • University ISO Steering Review Committee, 12th Internal Quality Audit Report–April, 2013. • Analysis Report of the Second Recertification Audit–August, 2014.
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University of Nairobi policy documents
• Human Resource Policy. • Policy on Staff Training, Promotion and Establishment (Kagiko Report). • Safety Policy. • Maintenance and Repair Policy. • Communication Policy. • University of Nairobi Service Charter. • University of Nairobi ICT Policy. • University of Nairobi Anti-Corruption Policy. • HIV Policy. • Gender and Disability Mainstreaming Policy. • ISO Quality Management Systems (QMS) Reports from 2005 – 2013. • Commission for University Education (CUE) report for University of Nairobi 2013. • University of Nairobi Self-Assessment Report for Institutional Quality Audit 2013. • Harmonization Ethnicity Report, 2013. • Performance Contracts reports from 2005 to 2014. • University of Nairobi 2005-2013 reports of the customer satisfaction survey of students and employees prepared to disseminate and improve management’s tasks and responsibilities in meeting the university’s goal of delivering quality services to its internal customers. • Inter-Public University Consultative Councils Forum reports, 2005–2014. • University of Nairobi Real Estate Valuation reports, 2005-2013. • University of Nairobi Procurement plans, 2005/2006 to 2014/2015. • Staff Appraisal reports from 2005–2014.
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12.0 PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING
12.1 Balanced Scorecard (BSC): BSC is a strategic planning and management system that is used widely in organizations worldwide to align business activities to the vision and strategy of an organization, improve its internal and external communication and monitor its performance against strategic goals.
The training armed me with practical tools and techniques to build and implement the BSC in the university. As the head of administration and finance, this training equipped me with the following skills: • Ability to translate an organization’s strategic themes and objectives into a balanced scorecard and knowledge of how to use the BSC to align operational activities with strategy. • Ability to communicate strategic intents throughout an organization however complex it like the University of Nairobi. • Ability to track performance against established strategic and operational goals. • Ability to leverage best practice research for an organization considering that University of Nairobi is a research based institution.
I have used the BSC knowledge practically in strategic planning, execution and evaluation of progress across the vast campuses, colleges, institutes and departments of the University of Nairobi.
12.2 Performance Contract (PC): This is a performance management tool used to equip public officers with skills to improve public sector performance and strengthen governance as a key element of the Kenya Vision 2030 goals.
Given that the University of Nairobi is a public institution, I was one of the senior officers who acquired and since then have used the skills at the university. In line with my administrative roles, and as a key liaison officer between the government and the University in implementing the performance contract programme, I have acquired and shared this skill as a result of the training:
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• Pass on useful information as the resource leader among the key university stakeholders on why and where change is necessary and make a case for the change. • Track the effects of changes across the different campuses of the university to reinforce and reward employees for the achievement of desired outcomes of the change effort. • Focus on pertinent aspects of programmatic performance likely to be affected by change and engage relevant responsible persons with a view of preparing them for change. • Clarify objectives of public service institutions and their relationship with the government and facilitate performance evaluation based on results instead of on conformity with bureaucratic rules and regulations.
The benefits to the university as a result include but are not limited to:
• Improved Public Accountability: The University of Nairobi being a public institution benefitted from development of systems that hold public officials to account in their behaviour, actions and decisions. The university is now under continuing evaluation, oversight, and surveillance and under defined institutional constraints on the exercise of power by its leaders. • Enhanced Policy Coherence: The resultant good governance at the university is as a result of the establishment of coherence policies for socio-economic development. This has seen a stimulation of better policy choices and a review of existing policies to enhance good governance. • Strengthened Capacity: Human and institutional capacities have been developed as a result of the performance contract system. The university boasts of the ability to consistently improve on policy and development outcomes using internal resources.
12.3 ISO Certification: To align myself with the university quality policy statement, I trained in ISO, a quality management system that I helped integrate into the management of the university. This has ensured that the university delivers a consistent level of quality to its customers (students) by having well-
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• customer focus, • leadership, • involvement of people, • process approach, • system approach in management, • continual improvement, • factual approach to decision making, and • mutually beneficial supplier relationships.
12.4 Investment and Risk Management Training: The programme enabled me to have basic understanding of principles that underpin modern investment and risk management. As the university head of finance and administration, I was equipped with the following vital skills by the training
• Techniques to manage and control risks from an enterprise perspective. • Understanding the practice of investment and risk management from a regulatory compliance point of view. • Understanding investment opportunities and how best to time and take advantage .of each to improve income generation and boost sustainability. • Increased understanding of financial and money markets.
12.5 Corporate Governance: On recognizing the key role I play in advancing corporate governance in the university, I trained to equip myself with tenets of good leadership in accountability, responsibility, transparency, and fairness.
As a leader, I was armed by the training with knowledge and practice in corporate ownership, control and accountability of resources with a focus on shareholders, employees and other stakeholders and how these interests are expressed, aligned and reconciled. I am now conversant and able to accomplish the following:
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• Adopt appropriate approach and mechanisms for effective governance. • Value the shareholder and stakeholder rights and responsibilities. • Adhere to sound principles of direction and management. • Understand the significance of support committee, their composition and responsibilities. • Implement best practice on corporate management.
12.6 Training on Integrity: I gained an awareness of the core values of integrity, professionalism and respect of diversity in the university and how to provide guidance on appropriate actions to take should there be suspect threats to integrity in the organization. Some of the skills gained out of this training include:
• Ability to clarify benefits of honesty and truthfulness. • Emphasise on internal controls to minimize fraud and abuse. • Addressing ramifications of non-compliance and educating followers on their roles and responsibilities.
12.7 Financial Management for Non-Financial Managers: The programme equipped me with appropriate skills in finance to deal with the finance and administration docket and develop an insight into financial analysis, budgeting, working capital management, capital investment and cost control to help make better strategic and operational decisions that the University so dearly needs. The training armed me with the following skills:-
• Better understanding of the financial objectives of the university and how to translate them into action in the respective functional areas of the university. • Ability to assess the financial implications of day-to-day decisions and make decisions that have a positive and progressive impact on the financial objectives of the institution. • Being able to read and interpret financial statements and understand the basis for evaluating investment decisions.
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12.8 Human Resource Management Training: This training equipped me with strategic human resource management skills on how to acquire, reward, motivate, use and manage the vast university workforce effectively. Some of the areas that I am well versed in as a result of the training include but are not limited to:
• Basic legal and conceptual framework in the labour industry. • Practices and techniques for evaluating performance. • Developing and structuring teams. • Coaching and mentoring people. • Varied people management skills
12.9 University Management: As a leader in institutional reforms and change management process, I had to enlist in a programme to enable me develop a broad set of leadership and governance skills in the areas of policy reform, institutional strategy making, organizational development, change management and administration of academic processes. The training enhanced my knowledge base in a number of areas such as:
• Development and global trends in higher education and how they affect the institutional leadership and management. • Higher education policies and implications for management. • Specific roles of leadership regarding strategic management, organizational development, leadership styles, planning, monitoring and evaluation. • Higher education quality assurance, labour market related education and technology enabled learning.
12.10 University Advancement: The training prepared me to be in the forefront in championing change by providing transformative leadership with new and vibrant forms of decision making structures and information flow. Some of the positive changes that were as a result of the training include but are not limited to the following:
• Transformation in financial management and resource allocation.
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• Changes in educational delivery system. • Changes in staff management, development and appraisal.
12.11 Fund Management: The training provided me with insights into, and skills in the administration of endowment funds and the improvement of portfolio balance to enable sustained expansion of financial and material resources. Some of the broad areas covered include fund management, financial planning, portfolio management, risk and return, investment strategies and performance management. I was equipped with the following skills:
• Ability to develop and implement investment strategies for institutions. • Ability to understand and describe the current investment environment. • Ability to obtain and interpret investment information from various sources. • Ability to analyze the various investment vehicles among others.
I therefore have over fifteen years hands-on experience at senior level management in managing a large and complex university, with demonstrable leadership and management capacity including financial management and strategic people management.
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13.0 TEACHING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY
13.1 Introduction
I am a well-trained and accomplished university professor who steadily rose from the rank of Tutorial fellow, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate professor to a full University Professor with vast experience in teaching, student supervision, research, curriculum development and consultancies.
13.2 Research Research Conducted
1. Studies on pseudoarthrosis of the bovine metacarpophalangeal joints, 1995. 2. The use of skin grafts in the treatment of wounds of the distal limbs in cattle, 1985. 3. Alternatives in the management of limb wounds in cattle, 1987. 4. Evaluation of ultrasonographic diagnosis, treatment methods and epidemiology of cystic echinococcosis in sheep and goats, 2001. 5. Clinical and pathological features of osteoarthritis of the IDP joint in adult German shepherd dogs in Kenya, 2005. 6. Pharmacological and clinical evaluation of the Anthelmintic activity of Albizia Anthelmintica Brogn Maerua Edulis de wolf and Maerua Subcordata plant extracts in sheep and mice, 2001. 7. Evaluation of animal health care delivery systems in West Pokot and Turkana districts of Kenya, 2010. 8. Characteristics of laminitis and associated claw lesions in dairy cows in Nairobi and its environs, 2007. 9. Evaluation of plaster of Paris casts available in Kenya, 1991. 10. Evaluation of 4-aminopyridine and yohimbine for the antagonism of xylazine hydrochloride in small East African goats, 1998. 11. Prevalence and intensity of infection with gastrointestinal parasites in the Thomson’s Gazelle in the Marula Ranch in Kenya, 2013.
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Ongoing Research 1. Orthopeadic surgery, wounding and traumatology with special interest in lameness, joint surgery and athritides.
Areas of Continuing Interests 1. Clinical Veterinary Medicine.
2. Veterinary Routine, Operative Surgical Procedures
13.3 Supervision, Mentorship and Examination of Undergraduate, Masters and PhD Students
I have successfully taught, guided and supervised several Masters of Science and doctoral thesis undertaken through course work, research and thesis as follows:
• I have supervised and mentored the following PhD Theses as the principal supervisor:
1. Dr. E.N. Njoroge, PhD (Clinical Studies), “Evaluation of Ultrasonographic Diagnosis, Treatment Methods and Epidemiology of Cystic Echinococcosis in Sheep and Goats”, 2001. - Completed. 2. Dr. J.D. Mande, PhD (Clinical Studies, Surgery), “Clinical and Pathological Features of Osteoarthritis of the IDP Joint in Adult German Shepherd Dogs in Kenya”, 2005. -Completed. 3. Dr. D. Gakuya, PhD (Clinical Studies). “Pharmacological and Clinical Evaluation of the Anthelmintic Activity of Albizia Anthelmintica Brogn Maerua Edulis de wolf and Maerua Subcordata Plant Extracts in Sheep and Mice”, 2001. - Completed. 4. Dr. Anne Lewa, PhD (Clinical Studies). “Evaluation of Animal Health Care Delivery Systems in West Pokot and Turkana Districts of Kenya”, 2010. – Completed. 5. Dr. James Nguhiu-Mwangi, PhD (Clinical Studies). “Characteristics of Laminitis and Associated Claw Lesions in Dairy Cows in Nairobi and Its Environs”, 2007. - Completed.
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• I have examined the following PhD Theses
1. Onyango, D.W. “Mechanical Properties of Bamboo Bambusa vulgaris Grown in Muguga, Kenya”, 2000.
2. Gikunju Joseph Kangangi. “Studies of Fluoride Dietary Sources, Effects on Mild Production, Excretion in Dairy Cattle and Toxicity in Rats”, 2002.
3. Gakuya Daniel. “Pharmacological and Clinical Evaluation of the Anthelmintic Activity of Albizia Anthelmintica Brogn Maerua Edulis de wolf and Maerua Subcordata Plant Extracts in Sheep and Mice”, 2002.
4. Gathumbi James Kinuthia. “Application of Enzyme Immunochemical and Immunohistochemical Methods in the Diagnosis of Aflatoxicosis in Animals”, 2002.
5. Langat Daudi Kipngetich. “Molecular Characterization on Paan-ag, an hla- g-like Gene Expressed in Baboon (papio Anubis) Placenta”, 2002.
6. Makanya Andrew Ndegwa. “Postnatal Mammalian Lung Development: The Normal Events in a Marsupial, the Quokka Wallaby Setonix brachyurus and the Effects of Glucocorticoid Treatment in a Eutherian, the Rat Rattus norvegicus”, 2001.
7. Gitau Thomas, 2003. “An Integrated Assessment of Health and Sustainability of a Tropical Highland Agroecosystem”, 2003.
8. Macharia Raymond Gaturuku. “Vertebrate Muscle Growth and Development”, 2004.
9. Mande John Demesi. “Clinical and Pathological Features of Osteoarthritis of the IDP Joint in Adult German Shepherd Dogs in Kenya”, 2005.
10. Mbuthia Elly Wainaina , 2004
11. Nga'ng'a James Chege. “Epidemiology and Control of Gastrointestinal Helminth Infections in Sheep in a Semi-Arid Area of Kajiado District of Kenya”, 2004.
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12. Towett Phelemon Kipkemoi. “A Physiological Study of the Oploid Receptors in the Naked Mole Rat heterocephalus label”, 2004.
• I have supervised and mentored the following Masters Theses:
1. Dr. J.D. Mande, M.Sc. (Clinical Studies, Surgery). “Evaluation of Plaster of Paris Casts Available in Kenya” 1991. - Completed. 2. Dr. D.R. Ndeereh, M.Sc. (Clinical Studies, Anaesthesiology). “Evaluation of 4-Aminopyridine and Yohimbine for the Antagonism of Xylazine Hydrochloride in Small East African Goats, 1998. Completed. 3. Dr. P. Egesa, M.Sc. (Clinical Studies, Surgery) - In progress.
4. Ms. Linda Mutwiri, M.Sc. (Clinical Studies) . “Prevalence and Intensity of Infection with Gastrointestinal Parasites in Thomson’s Gazelles in Marula Ranch in Kenya”, 2013. Completed.
• I have examined the following Masters Theses:
1. Macharia M. Joseph, Master of Science, 2000. 2. Aboge G. Oluga, Master of Science in Vet. Med, “Antimicrobial Residues Detected in Marketed Milk in Urban and Rural Areas in Kenya”, 2002. 3. Koroti Elizabeth, Master of Science in Vet. Med., “Assessment of Risks of Zoonotic Escherichia Coli 0157: h7 and Brucellosis in Informally Marketed Unpasteurized Milk in Nairobi and Nakuru Districts, Kenya”, 2002. 4. Owuor Roselida Achieng, MSc in Vet. Med.,“A Study on the Effect of Khat Catha Edulis on Plasma Testosterone L. Prolaxin and Cortisal Levels in Male Olive Baboons Papio Anubis”. 2002 5. Sichangi W. Moses, MSc in Vet. Med, “Analysis of Endogenous Retrovirus- Like Particle Expression in Normal Male Olive Baboon papio Anubis Reproductive Tissure”., 2002 6. Eregae Michael Ekidor, Master of Vet Med., “Participatory Market Research in Business Planning for Prairie Pastoral Veterinary Practice in Turkana District – Kenya”, 2004.
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7. Kaitho Daudi Titus, Master of Vet. Med., “A Participatory Epidemiologic Study of Contagious Bovine Pleurophoneumonia in Lopar Division, Turkana District – Kenya”, 2004. 8. Mochabo Kennedy Miyoro, Master of Vet. Med., “Community Participatory Approaches in the Epidemiology and Control of Trypanosomiasis in Camels in Turkana District – Kenya”, 2004. 9. Ngoroi Allan Njogu, Master of Science, “A Morphological and Ultra Structural Study of the Female Reproductive Tract and Placenta of the Lesser Bush baby (Galago senegalensis)”, 2004. 10. Ochiel Daniel Otieno, Master of Science, “Assessment of Viral Shedding and Local Immune Responses to HIV in the Female Reproductive Tract Using SHIV/Baboon Model”, 2004. 11. Njagi Lucy Wanjiru, Master of Science, “Endemicity of Newcastle Disease Virus in Village Indigenous Chickens and the Role of Carrier Ducks”, 2004. 12. Nyabende Bernard Ochieng, Master of Science, 2004. 13. Mwenda Mbaka, Master of Veterinary Public Health, “An Assessment of Bacteriological Quality, with Special Emphasis on the Presence of Escherichia Coli, in the Roof- Collected Rain Water from Some Peri-Urban Areas of Nairobi, Kenya”, 2004.
Undergraduate Teaching I have taught hundreds of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Veterinary, Agriculture, Wildlife and Biomedical Technology.
13.4 External Examination Outside Kenya I have served as external examiner for the Sokoine University of Agriculture and the University of Zimbabwe for Masters of Science in Anaesthesiology.
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13.5 Curriculum Development I am credited for providing leadership in curriculum development in the following subject areas: 1. PhD Programme in Veterinary Surgery Medicine
2. PhD Programme in Theriogenology
3. PhD Progamme in Veterinary Medicine
4. Master of Veterinary Medicine
5. Master of Science in Wildlife Health and Management
6. Master of Science in Clinical Studies
7. Master of Veterinary Medicine (MvetMed)
8. Master of Theriogenology
9. Master of Science in Wildlife Health and Management
10. Master of Veterinary Surgery (MvetSurg)
11. Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
12. Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
13. Artificial Insemination and Fertility Management
14. Diploma in Extension, Livestock Economic and Entrepreneurship
15. Diploma in Animal Health and Production
16. Certificate in Artificial Insemination
17. Certificate in Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
18. Certificate in Artificial Insemination and Fertility Management
19. Over 400 curricula, University-wide as member of the Senate from 1995 to date
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13.6 Professional Consultancy Services and Experience • Provision of expert services in animal health delivery, monitoring and personal training • Evaluation/ inspection of private veterinary practices and participatory social research • Experience in participatory rural livestock development work • Experience in carrying out research and appraisals for the enhancement of sustainable animal health care delivery systems, drugs/supply kits, supply centres and ethno veterinary practices • Experience in livestock healthcare delivery policy formulation and training. • Over 21 years’ experience in delivery of animal health services extension training • Involved in development and implementation of syllabi for veterinary and agriculture students • Experience and expertise in setting up private veterinary practices under the Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme (KVAPS) and the recruiting and training of CAHWS under Regional dry land husbandry project • Served as consultant animal health care specialist for ETC-EA: Client DRDP and AHS Tanzania June-August 1999. Conducted study to evaluate animal healthcare and drug delivery systems in Mwanza and Shinyanga regions of Tanzania • Consulting/setting up animal based enterprises for dairy, poultry, beef, dairy goats and pigs • Created and managed Veterinary Consultancy Unit at the Department of Clinical Studies • Consulting for international/regional bodies in policy formulation and organizations for animal healthcare providers, 1999-May 2001, AHSP- DFID Mwanza, Tanzania • Peer reviewed and reported on a manual, “Ethnovet Practices of Pastoralists of Butana Region of the Sudan” by Prof. Bakika in 1999
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• Appointed Chairman and Team Leader, Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme 1996 • Training of community-based animal health workers (CAHWS) and development of syllabi for training of CAHWS • Carried out PRA/RRA/RASK to enhance sustained animal health care delivery systems e.g. CAHWS drugs/supply kits, supply centres and ethno veterinary practices • National Committee Member, Delivery of Animal Health Services in Eastern Africa, 1998 • Initiator and coordinator, University of Nairobi, Clinical Studies Department and University of Edinburgh (CTVM) linkage programme, funded by the British Council Higher Education Link, 1989-2000 • Coordinator, British Council-funded link between Clinical Studies Department, Department of Veterinary Medicine, the Sokoine University of Agriculture and the Department of Veterinary Medicine, Makerere University, Kampala • Chairman, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Conference, 1990, with 60 scientific papers published in proceedings • Chairman, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Conference, 2000, with 56 scientific papers published in proceedings
• Chairman, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Conference, 2002, with over 50 scientific papers published in proceedings.
The above therefore epitomize me as an eminent scholar who has contributed immensely in academia as a Professor, researcher, consultant, team leader and a mentor in Veterinary Sciences and in the wider public and private practice of the profession where I am recognized as resourceful leader.
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14.0 LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES
I am endowed with skill and elaborate experience in managing academic programmes by supporting and offering leadership to students, academic and administrative support staff involved in the specific divisions. This is exemplified in the progressive leadership growth and the positions I have held as a chairman of a department, dean of a faculty and as a principal of a college.
14.1 Chairman, Department of Clinical Studies, 1995
I was the head of academic programmes/research leading to B.V.M., M.Sc., and PhD and extension services in Veterinary Surgery, Theriogenology and Medicine, where I provided leadership in planning, organizing and executing all the programmes in the department.
• Provided management and leadership to the busy Large and Small Animal Research, Teaching and Commercial Hospital under the department which required an ability to supervise and ensure tasks are followed through to their completion. • Charged with the responsibility of planning, organizing and implementing the objectives of the department as the departmental head of administration and personnel. • Acted as the Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and stood in for the Principal, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, for short periods on a number of occasions, as a result of my exemplary performance as a chairman of department • Held numeral leadership positions while serving as the departmental head: o Secretary to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Scientific Conference in 1999 and 2000. o Senate Representative to the Board of Postgraduate Studies in 1989. o Member of several faculty and college and university-wide committees o Member of University Management Board Committee on Double Intake in 2001.
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14.2 Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, January 2003
I provided leadership as the academic and administrative head. My position required my commitment in sharing my skills in other management and decision making organs in the university and, in the process, I served in the following positions:
1. Chairman of the Faculty Board 2. Chairman of the Faculty Management Board 3. Member of the University Senate 4. Senate Representative in the Board of Postgraduate Studies 5. Member of the University Management Board Committee on Distribution of Income.
As a transformational leader, I was able to inspire the teams working in the faculty to change expectations and perceptions and motivate them to work towards the common university goal, leading to the following worthy results:
Selected Accomplishments • During my tenure, I managed to create an environment where students and staff were inspired and motivated to focus on their individual goals and the corporate goals of the university. • I provided academic and career counsel to students as the academic advisor while inspiring lecturers to deliver their best in carrying out their duties. • I mobilized resources that led in the computerization of the faculty thereby setting up personal computers and related networks for staff and students. • During my tenure, I provided leadership that saw the installation of the transmission electron microscopes, a major milestone in fostering upgraded research efforts. • To upgrade and boost high end research, I led in the acquisition of light laboratory microscopes for research and teaching. • My development record saw the Department of Clinical Studies acquire a state-of-the-art X-ray machine to facilitate top-notch imaging.
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• I provided leadership and mobilized lecturers, staff and students in the development of the strategic plan of the faculty • I provided leadership and guidance in the review of the curriculum of faculty programmes and development of new programmes • I used my resource mobilization skills to marshal research funding through the Deans Committee from AICAD, KARI, DFID, DANIDA, RF, FAO, and DAAD, among others. • To grow and manage partnerships, I nurtured collaboration with national, regional and international bodies. • I successfully managed staff development leading to promotions, of PhD attainment for, recruitment and induction, of and acquisition of scholarships for members of staff. • I enhanced postgraduate programmes and strengthened the postgraduate student association. • I provided leadership and mentorship in the establishment and strengthening of Veterinary Student Association. • I introduced and provided oversight in the development of the students’ magazine. • I improved efficiency and effectiveness in teaching and managing examination processes.
14.4 Principal, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, April 2004
I exhibited tactical and technical proficiency required for driving high level performance in teams and demonstrated skill, strategy and transformational leadership as the lead resource person. By virtue of the position I held, I served diligently in a number of positions that also doubled as an opportunity for me to comprehensively and practically gain knowledge in the structural, legislative and regulatory frame of the university system. Besides my statutory responsibilities, I served in the following positions:
1. Chairman, the College Management Board
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2. Chairman, the College Academic Board 3. Chairman, the Staff Development Committee 4. Chairman, the College Appointment Committee 5. Chairman, the College Staff Disciplinary Committee 6. Chairman, the College Student Disciplinary Committee 7. Member, the University Council 8. Member, the University Management Board
Selected Accomplishments • I introduced market-driven programmes and involved industry stakeholders in reviewing content through focus groups. • I was actively involved in the process of establishing and legalizing of the affairs of the student council as a platform for students to engage management constructively to avert unnecessary strikes. • I worked with the community to restore confidence in the College and reduced hostilities from the neighbouring villages occasioned by student persistent strikes • I mobilized human and financial resources to transform the physical appearance of the college through beautification programmes that saw the college revamped to admirable aesthetic levels.
• I mobilized and allocated resources to priority areas that led to strengthening of income generation, medical service improvement and curriculum development and enhancement
Based on the accomplishments above, I therefore stand out as a progressive, skilled and astute leader having professionally pioneered and managed academic programmes while being able to provide the requisite administrative leadership to faculty, staff and students in their respective departments.
I am therefore an accomplished scholar with a proven track record in formulating and managing academic programmes and supervising and mentoring masters and PhD students.
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15.0 PUBLICATIONS
15.1 Theses
1. Mbithi , P.M.F. (1985). Autologous skin transplants in the treatment of wounds on the distal parts of the limb in cattle. M.Sc. thesis, University of Nairobi.
2. Mbithi, P.M.F. (1987). Treatment of contaminated wounds in cattle, M.V.Sc. project, University of Saskatchewan.
3. Mbithi, P.M.F. (1995). Studies on Pseudothrosis of the bovine metacarpophalangeal joints,PhD thesis, University of Nairobi.
15.2 Refereed Journals
4. J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi and Mbithi, P.M.F. (1990). Effect of location on severity and prognosis of limb cellulitis in cows. Vet. 125, 152.
5. Mbithi, P.M.F., (1991). Comparative healing of untreated and saline bandage treated skin wounds of cattle. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 39, 191-194.
6. J.A. Nguhiu Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F., S.J.M. Munyua, S.M. Mbiuki and E.G. Mogoa (1991). Large animal abdominal hernias. “Modified overlapping technique”. Bull Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr., 39, 315-320.
7. Mbithi, P.M.F. and J.V. Bailey (1991). Comparative healing of nitrofurazone bandage treated and untreated skin wounds of cattle. Bull Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr., 39, 93-96.
8. J.A. Nguhiu Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1991). Necrosis and sloughing of skin associated with limb cellulitis in 4 cows and a calf; predisposing causes, treatment and prognosis. Vet. Rec. 129, 129-195.
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9. Mbithi, P.M.F., S.M. Mbiuki, J.A. Nguhiu Mwangi and D.O. Kihurani (1991). Non-fracture lameness in cattle: A retrospective study. Bull Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr., 39, 307-309.
10. Mbithi, P.M.F., S.M. Mbiuki and J. Kiptoon (1991). Clinical and experimental evaluation of the healing of autologous free full thickness skin grafted and untreated skin wounds in cattle. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 39, 289-291.
11. J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi, D.O. Kihurani, Mbithi, P.M.F., S.M. Mbiuki and E.G.M.Mogoa (1991). Factors used to predict prognosis and Econiomic outcome of surgery for advanced bovine ocular squamous cell carcinoma. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. (1991), 39, 435-439.
12. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1993). The breaking strength and resistance to abrasion of some plaster of Paris Casing bandages. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 41, 143-146.
13. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1993). Mechanical strength of some plaster of Paris casts. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 41, 151-153.
14. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1993). The resistance to abrasion of Plaster of Paris casts P.M.F. Mbithi and S.M. Mbiuki (1993). Radiological evaluation of plaster cast bandages. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 41, 151-153.
15. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1993). Radiological evaluation of plaster cast bandages. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 41, 151- 153.
16. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1994). Clinical evaluation of casting bandages available in Kenya. Bull. Amim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 42, 103-107.
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17. D.O. Kihurani, V.M. Nantulya, S.M. Mbiuki, E. Mogoa, J. Nguhiu-Mwangi and Mbithi, P.M.F. (1994). Trypanosoma brucei, T. congolese and T. vivax infections in horses on a farm in Kenya. Trop. Anim. Hlth., Prod. 26 95- 101.
18. Mutasa, J.A. and Mbithi, P.M.F., (1994). Gastro-intestinal obstruction in dogs at the Veterinary clinic, Kabete. Kenya Veterinarian Journal 18 (1) 102.
19. C.M. Mulei and Mbithi, P.M.F. (1998). A comparison of the clinical hematological values of healthy adult beef and dairy cattle at Kabete. The Kenya Veterinarian, Vol. 13 pp. 33-34.
20. J.K. Wabacha, G.K. Gitau, J.M. Nduhiu, A.G. Thaiyah, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.J.M. Munyua (1998). An outbreak of urticarial form of swine erysipelas in a medium-scale piggery in Kiambu District, Kenya. J.S. Afr. Vet. Med. Ass. 69 (2) 61-64.
21. Mbithi, P.M.F., J.M. Nduhiu and J.K. Mahia (1998). Incidence of animal skin surface infections and its correlation to environmental contamination: a clinical and experimental study. Kenya Veterinary Journal 23 (4) pp. 221-224.
22. J.D. Mande, I.B.J. Buoro, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.W. Mbugua (1998). Polysulfated glycosaminoglycans in the treatment of osteorthritis in animals. Kenya Veterinary Journal 23 (4) pp. 95-98.
23. J.D. Mande, I.B.J. Buoro, S.W Mbugua and Mbithi, P.M.F., (1998). Experimental models of osteoarthritis. Kenya Veterinary Journal, 23 (4) pp. 91-94.
24. Mbithi, P.M.F. (1998). An overview of postgraduate training in veterinary clinics worldwide. Kenya Veterinary Journal 23 (4) pp. 217-221.
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25. J.K. Wabacha, G.K. Gitau, L.C. Bebora, C.O. Bwanga, Z.M. Wamuri and P.M.F. Mbithi (1998). Occurrence of dermatomycosis (Ringworm) due to trichophyton verrucosum in dairy calves and its spread to animal attendants. Kenya Veterinary Journal 23 (4) pp. 213-215.
26. J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi, S.M. Munyua, Mbithi, P.M.F. (1999). Ways of improving the prognosis of ventral hernias in food animals. The Kenya Veterinarian 14, 20-22.
27. J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F., D.O. Kihurani, S.M. Mbiuki (1999). Prognostic indicators and economic implications of advanced bovine ocular squamous cell carcinoma after radical surgery. The Kenya Veterinarian 14, 23-25.
28. J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi and Mbithi, P.M.F. (1999). Anaesthesia in urinary tract disease. The Kenya Veterinarian 14, 28-31.
29. Njoroge E.M., Maxson-Sage A., Wachira T.M., Zelye E.E., Weber E.P., Smith G., Mbithi, P.M.F. and Gathuma J.M. (2000). Determination of sensitivity and specificity of ultrasonography in diagnosis of hydatid cysts in the liver and right lung of sheep and goats. Kenya Veterinary Journal 23 (4) pp. 215-216.
30. D.R. Ndeereh, Mbithi, P.M.F. and D.O. Kihurani (2000). Evaluation of 4- aminopyridine for the reversal of xylazine sedation in goats. Israel J. Vet. Med. 35 (1) pp. 23-26.
31. D.W. Gakuya, Mbithi, P.M.F. and N.K.R. Musimba (2000). Preliminary study of three medicinal plants used as antihelmintics for livestock in Kibwezi and Tunyo divisions of Makueni and Marakwet districts, Kenya. Kenya Vet. Journal 24 pp. 81-93.
32. D.R. Ndeereh, Mbithi, P.M.F. and D.O. Kihurani. (2000). Clinical and experimental evaluation of yohimbine for the reversal of xylazine anaesthesia in goats. Kenya Vet. Journal 24 pp. 69-72.
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33. E.M. Njoroge, Mbithi, P.M.F., J.M. Gathuma, J.K. Magambo and E. Zeyhle (2000). Application of ultrasonography in prevalence studies of hydatid cysts in goats in Northwestern Turkana, Kenya and Toposoland, Southern Sudan. Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research. 67: 251-255.
34. D.R. Ndeereh, Mbithi, P.M.F. and D.O. Kihurani (2001). The reversal of xylazine hydrochloride by yohimbine and 4-aminopyridine in goats. Tydskr.S.Afr.vet.Ver. (2001) 72(2): 64-67.
35. Mogoa E.G.M., Mbithi, P.M.F., Nguhiu, J.M. and Kihurani D. (2001). Alpha-2-adrenoceptor agonists in veterinary practice. The Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 22 pp. 82-90.
36. Mande, J.D. and Mbithi, P.M.F. (2001.) An overview of the role of veterinary schools in emergency and disaster management. The Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 22 (2001) 66-68.
37. Mulei, C.M., J.K., Wabacha and Mbithi, P.M.F.. (2001). Short-term economic impact of foot and mouth disease outbreak in large dairy farm in Kiambu District, Kenya. The Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 22 (2001) 76-78.
38. E.M. Njoroge, Mbithi, P.M.F., J.M. Gathuma, T.M. Wachira, P.B. Gachura, J.K. Magambo and E. Zeyhle (2002). A study of systic echinococcosis in slaughter animals in three selected areas of Northern Turkana. Veterinary Parasitology. 104: 85-91.
39. Mande J.D., I.B.J., Buoro, S.W. Mbugua and Mbithi, P.M.F. (2002). Experimental Models of Osteoathritis: A Review. The Kenyan Veterinarian Vol 23 (2002).
40. J.D. Mande and Mbithi, P.M.F. (2003). Volume of ligamentum capitis femoris in osteoarthritis of the hip joints of adult dogs. Journal of South African Veterinary Medical Association. 74 (1) 11-13.
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41. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.G. (2007): Prevalence of sole haemorrhages and its correlation with subclincal and chronic laminitis in dairy cows. Bulletin of Animal Health and Production in Africa 55 (4): 232-242.
42. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.G. (2008): Factors associated with the occurrence of claw disorders in dairy cows under smallholder production systems in urban and peri-urban areas of Nairobi, Kenya. Veterinarski Arhiv 78 (4): 343-355
43. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.G. (2008): Retrospective study of foot conditions in dairy cows in urban and periurban areas of Kenya. Israel Journal of Veterinary Medicine 63 (2): 40- 45.
44. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.G. (2008): Prognostic indicators and the importance of trimming in non-infective claw disorders in cattle. The Kenya Veterinarian 32 (1): 26-40.
45. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.G. (2009): Prevalence of laminitis and the patterns of claw lesions in dairy cows in Nairobi and the peri-urban districts. Bulletin of Animal Health and Production in Africa 57 (3): 199-208.
46. Mutembei HM, J Kimaru, Mulei CM, Mbithi PMF. (2015)."Benefits of Entrenching Animal Disaster Management and Livestock Emergency Guidelines Standards (LEGS) Courses into the Veterinary Curriculum: Case study of the University of Nairobi, Kenya." JASFT.1 (7):101-106.
47. Mutembei HM, Mulei CM, Mbithi PMF (2015). "Restoring community Livelihoods and Food Security through Livestock Asset during Drought Disasters: Case study of Mwingi, Kenya." AJFAND. 2015; 15 (3):10047- 10059.
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48. Moturi, C., & Mbithi, P. M. (2015). ISO 9001: 2008 implementation and impact on the University of Nairobi: a case study. The TQM Journal, 27(6), 752-760
49. Mutembei H.M., Mulei C.M., Mbithi P.M.F. (2016). A Kenyan economic analysis on utilization of Ovum pick up, in vitro embryo production and embryo transfer technologies in cattle. International Journal of Veterinary Science, 2016
50. Nguhiu-Mwangi J, Mbithi PMF, Wabacha JK and Mbuthia PG (2017): Disorders of the claw and their association with laminitis in smallholder zero-grazed dairy cows. International Journal of Veterinary Science 2017, 6(2): 64-69.
15.3 Professional/Academic Books
51. Mbithi, P.M.F., Charles M. Mulei and G.M. Magoa (2003). Restraint of Domestic, Wild and Laboratory Animals: A manual for students, practitioners and animal handlers. Published by, University of Nairobi Press.
52. C.M. Mulei and Mbithi, P.M.F. (2003). Metabolic and Nutritional Diseases of Food Animals. Published by, University of Nairobi Press.
53. Mbithi, P.M.F., J.A.N. Mwangi, et al (2004). Principles of Veterinary Surgery. Accepted for publication by, University of Nairobi Press.
54. Mbithi, P.M.F., C.M. Mulei and J. Nguhiu-Mwangi (2004). Handbook on Veterinary Routine Operative Surgical Procedures. Accepted for publication by University of Nairobi Press.
55. D.W Gakuya, Mbithi, P.M.F., T.E Maitho and N.K.R. Musimba (2004). Potential use of plant antihelmintics for the control of livestock helminthoses in Kenya. Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 26 pp. 14-26.
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56. E.M. Njoroge, E. Zeyhle, J.K. Magambo, Mbithi, P.M.F. and J.M. Gathuma. (2004). Evaluation of cost of ultrasound surveys for cystic echinococcosis in goats in a nomadic pastoral community. International Archives of the Hydatidosis Vol. 35 pp. 100-102.
57. J.K. Wabacha, C.M. Mulei, M.N. Kyule, K.H. Zessin, Mbithi, P.M.F., W.K. Munyua and J.M. Maribei. (2004). Helminthosis in smallholder pig herds in Kikuyu Division, Kiambu District, Kenya. Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 26 pp. 29-33.
58. E.M. Njoroge, Mbithi, P.M.F., T.M. Wachira, J.K. Magambo and E. Zeyhle (2004). Ethyl Alcohol: Is it necessary in the P.A.I.R Technique? International Archives of the Hydatidosis Vol. 35 pp. 149-150.
59. D.W. Gakuya, J.M. Mbaria, Mbithi, P.M.F. and R.W. Munenge (2004). Evaluation of the bioactivity of some traditional medicinal plants using the Brine Shrimp Lethality Test. Kenya Veterinarian Vol.26 pp. 8-11.
60. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F., et al (2004). Pathophysiology and clinical management of degenerative joint disease. Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 27 pp. 42-44.
61. Mbithi, P.M.F., E.M. Njoroge, J.M.Gathuma, T.M. Wachira, J.K. Magambo, S. Njiru and E. Zeyhle (2005). Evaluation of Ethyl Alcohol in Treatment of Cystic Echinococcosis using Puncture Aspiration Introduction Reaspiration (PAIR) Technique. Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances Vol. 4 pp. 414-416.
62. Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.E. Mitema (2005). The ability of Phenylbutazone and dexamethazone to modulate post-operative phenomena in cattle. Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 28 pp. 10-12.
63. Njoroge E., Mbithi P.M.F, et al (2005). Comparative Study of Albendazole and Oxfendazole in Treatment of Cystic Echinococcosis in Sheep and
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goats. Accepted for publication by, The Journal of Applied Research Vol. V No. 2.
64. J.D. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F., et al (2005). Some clinical features of osteoarthritis in the hip joints of adult dogs in Kenya. Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 28 pp.20-22.
65. J.M. Mande, I.B.J. Buoro, Mbithi, P.M.F. 2005. Pathology and Clinical Management of Generative Joint Disease. The Kenyan Veterinarian. 28:33-36.
66. Gakuya, D.W., Mbithi, P.M.F., Mugambi, J.M., Maitho, T.E., Musimba N.K.R, 2005. Evaluation of the efficacy of agueous extracts of algizia anthelmintica and maeerua edulis against the nematode heligmosomoides polygyrus infections in mice. Kenya Veterinary Scientific Conference.
67. E.M. Njoroge, Mbithi, P.M.F., T. Wachira, J. M. Gathuma, P. Gathura, T.E. Maitho, J. magambo, E. Zeyhle (2005). Comparative study of Albendazole and Oxfendazole in the Treatment of Cystic Echinococcosis in Sheep and Goats. International J. 4th TICH Annual Scientific Conference.
68. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J, Mbithi, P.M.F., Wabacha, J.K., Mbuthia, P.G., 2006. Sole haemorrhage is the most diagnostic sign of subclinical and chronic laminitis in cattle. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. 2006, Special Scientific Conference, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
69. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F., 2007, Radiographic features oflaminitic claws of dairy cows around Nairobi. A Journal of the Kenya Veterinary Association.
70. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J., Mbithi, P.M.F., Wabacha, J.K., Mbuthia, P.G., 2008. Factors associated with the occurance of claw disorders in dairy cows under smallholder production systems in urban and peri-urban areas of Nairobi, Kenya.
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71. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F., J.K. Wabacha, P.G. Mbuthia (2009). Prevalence of Laminitis and the patterns of claw lesions in dairy cows in Nairobi and the Peri-Urban Districts. Bull. Anim. Hlth. Prod. Afr. (2009), 57, 199-208.
72. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F., J.K. Wabacha, P.G. Mbuthia (2008). Retrospective study of foot conditions in Dairy cows in Urban and Peri Urban Areas of Kenya. Israel Journal of Veterianry Medicine. Volume 63 (2) 2008.
73. James Nguhiu-Mwangi, Joshua W. Aleri, Eddy G. M. Mogoa and Peter M. F. Mbithi (2013). Indicators of Poor Welfare in Dairy Cows Within Smallholder Zero-Grazing Units in the Peri-Urban Areas of Nairobi, Kenya, Insights from Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Rita Payan Carreira (Ed.), ISBN: 978-953-51-1005-7, InTech, DOI: 10.5772/53678. Available from: http://www.intechopen.com/books/insights-from-veterinary-medicine/
74. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, P.M.F. Mbithi, J.K. Wabacha and P.G Mbuthia (2012). Risk (Predisposing) Factors for Non-Infectious Claw Disorders in Dairy Cows Under Varying Zero-Grazing Systems, A Bird's-Eye View of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Carlos C. Perez-Marin (Ed.), ISBN: 978-953-51- 0031-7, InTech, DOI: 10.5772/29795. Available from: http://www.intechopen.com/books/a-bird-s-eye-view-of-veterinary- medicine.
75. Peter M. Mbithi, Charles M. Mulei and James Nguhiu-Mwangi, Veterinary handbook on routine Operative Surgical Procedures, University of Nairobi Press (accepted for publication).
76. Peter M.F. Mbithi, James Nguhiu-Mwangi and Charles M. Mulei (2009). Book Title: Basic Principles of Veterinary Surgery. ISBN: 9966 846 60 1. University of Nairobi Press, Nairobi, Kenya 2009. A reference textbook for veterinary students, surgery lecturers and veterinary practitioners. © 2009.
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77. James Nguhiu-Mwangi, Peter M.F. Mbithi and Paul G. Mbuthia (2015). Book Title: Claw Disorders in Dairy Cows Under Smallholder Zero-grazing Units. ISBN: 978-3-639-66879-7. Publisher: Scholar’s Press, OmniScriptum Marketing DEU GmbH & Co. KG, Heinrich-Bӧcking-str. 6- 8, 66121 Saarbrücken, Deutschland/Germany. © 2015.
15.4 Chapter Publications
78. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J.; Mbithi, P.M.F. (2019). Book Chapter: “Macroscopic, Radiographic and Histopathologic Changes of Claws with Laminitis and Laminitis-Related Disorders in Zero-Grazed Dairy Cows”, Published in Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology," ISBN: 978-1-78985-706-1. Edited by Catrin Rutland and Valentina Kubale (London, UK). Intech Open Limited, England No. 11086078, Chapter 3, pg. 37-56, March 2019.
79. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, J W Aleri, E M Mogoa and PMF Mbithi. (2013). Book chapter titled: “Indicators of poor welfare in dairy cows within smallholder zero-grazing units in the peri-urban areas of Nairobi, Kenya”. Published in: Insights from Veterinary Medicine, ISBN 978-953-51-1005-7. Edited by Rita Payan-Carreira (Portugal). InTech Open Acess Publishers, Janeza Trdine 9, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia. pp 49-88. Published April 2013.
80. J. Nguhiu-Mwangi, Mbithi, P.M.F.; Wabacha, J.K.; Mbuthia, P.K (2012). Book Chapter titled: “Risk (predisposing) factors for non-infectious claw disorders in dairy cows under varying zero-grazing systems”. Published in: A Bird’s Eye View of Veterinary Medicine, ISBN 979-953-307-413-8 edited by Dr. Carlos C. Periz Marin, Spain. InTech Open Acess Publishers, University Campus, Tep Ri Slavka Krautzeka 83/A 51000 Rijeka, Croatia. Published in February 2012. pp 393-422. Published February 2012.
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15.5 Conference Papers
81. J. Mande, Mbithi, P.M.F. and S.M. Mbiuki (1990). Caestrum poisoning in a colt. Proceedings of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Annual Scientific Conference, Kabete.
82. Mbithi, P.M.F., J.G. Ferguson and D.H. Leach (1990). Creation of pseudoarthrosis in young calves. Proceedings of the 17th Annual Conference of the Veterinary orthopaedic Society, Wyoming, U.S.A.
83. Mbithi, P.M.F., J.G. Ferguson and D.H. Leach (1990). Creation of pseudoarthrosis in young calves. Proceedings of the XIII World Bulatrics Congress, Brazil.
84. Mbithi, P.M.F., S.M. Mbiuki, J.A. Nguhiu-Mwangi, E.G. Mogoa and D.O. Kihurani (1990). Lameness in cattle in Kenya. Proceedings of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Annual Scientific Conference, Kabete.
85. Mbithi, P.M.F., J.K. Muthee, H. Gitahi and N.K.R. Musimba (1996). Herbal therapy for East Coast Fever. Evaluation of two indigenous practices among the agro-pastoralists of the Athi plains of Kenya. Presented at the Dryland Husbandry project, 2nd regional workshop, Sodere – Ethiopia.
86. Mbithi, P.M.F., S.E. Mitema and S.W. Mbugua (1996). Evaluation of pseudoarthrosis and arthrodesis as treatment modalities for purulent bovine fetlock arthritis. Presented at the Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, Mombasa, 1996.
87. Mbithi, P.M.F. (1998). A review of the history of privatization of the animal health services and the current status in Kenya: Kenya National profile: The delivery of animal health services in Eastern Africa workshop, Arusha- Tanzania, 14-18.
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88. E.M. Njoroge, Mbithi, P.M.F., J.M. Gathuma, T.M. Wachira, A.D. Maxson and Zeyhle E.E. (1999). Ultrasound in Livestock. A contribution to epidemiology of hydatidosis. 17th international conference of the world association for the advancement of veterinary parasitology, 15th – 19th August: Copenhagen, Denmark.
89. Njoroge E.M., Mbithi P.M.F., Gathuma J.M., Wachira T.M., Magambo J.K. and Zeyhle E. (2001). Use of ultrasound in diagnosis of cystic echinococcosis in domestic intermediate hosts in Kenya. 20th International Congress of Hydatidology. 4th - 8th June, 2001. Kusadasi, Turkey.
90. Mbithi P.M.F. and Njoroge E.M. (2001). The role of primary animal health care in increasing livestock productivity and food security. African Institute for Capacity Development (AICAD) Seminar, 14 – 15, June 2001. Nairobi, Kenya.
91. Mogoa E.G.M., Wabacha J.K., Mbithi P.M.F. and Kiama S.G. (2004). An overview of animal welfare issues in Kenya. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Scientific Conference. Nairobi, Kenya. November 2004.
92. Mande J.D., Mbithi P.M.F. and Gathumbi P.K. (2004). Synovial osteochondromatosis in hip and stifle joints of adult German shepherd dogs. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Scientific Conference. Nairobi, Kenya. November 2004.
93. Lewa A.K., Mbithi P.M.F., Nyariki D.M., Munyua S.K., Wabacha J.K., Taeb M. and Matsumoto T. (2004). Community governance in animal health service delivery for social economic empowerment: policy alternative on animal health service delivery in Turkana and West Pokot Districts of Kenya. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Scientific Conference. Nairobi, Kenya. November 2004. 78.
94. Mbithi, P.M.F., Characteristics of a world class veterinary school ; 9th biennial scientific conference of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the
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College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2014.
95. Mbithi, P.M.F., The University of Nairobi as a high performing institution; role of College of Health Sciences (CHS) in Strategic Planning workshop, in Maanzoni Lodge, Nairobi , 2014.
96. Mbithi, P.M.F., Education: “A gift of a lifetime”: Amboseli Institute of Hospitality and Technology graduation Ceremony in Thika, 2014.
97. Mbithi, P.M.F., Effective complaints Management for complaints Handling Officers: training on Capacity Development presented in Council Chamber, UoN, 2014.
98. Mbithi, P.M.F., Customer Relations Management and the use of Information System and Employers Portal at Examination Centre: launch of Customer Relations Management Information System at the University of Nairobi, 2014.
99. Mbithi, P.M.F., Efficient and effective service provision to persons with hearing disabilities: workshop to sensitize staff on persons with disabilities at the Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi, 2014.
100. Mbithi, P.M.F., Amendments to the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and regulations 2006: workshop for Senior University Managers at the University of Nairobi, 2014.
101. Mbithi, P.M.F., Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) programme on the role of the University in the Implementation of Kenya constitution of Kenya 2010: closing ceremony of the programme at Taifa Hall, University of Nairobi, 2013.
102. Mbithi, P.M.F., The role of Parliament (National assembly and Senate) in the implementation of the constitution of Kenya 2010: Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) programme on the role of the University in the
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Implementation of Kenya constitution of Kenya 2010 at Taifa Hall, University of Nairobi, 2013.
103. Mbithi, P.M.F., The prevention of HIV and Aids: team Building Retreat for the Centre for HIV Prevention and Research at Sportman’s Arms Hotel – Nanyuki – Kenya, 2013.
104. Mbithi, P.M.F., Sensitization programme of the University of Nairobi community on the Implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 ; The training programme for constitution champions for the Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) at Taifa hall, University of Nairobi , 2013.
105. Mbithi, P.M.F., Team work and sport in revenue enhancement cost control austerity: team building Seminar for finance Department, at the Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi, 2013.
106. Mbithi, P.M.F., Customer Care, ISO 9001:2008, Performance mainstreaming for staff in selected key Central Units of University of Nairobi: sensitization of staff at Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi, 2012.
107. Mbithi, P.M.F., Transformative leadership and strategic plan for University of Nairobi: College of Agriculture and Veterinary Science Strategic Plan 2008-2013 re-alignment workshop at KCB Leadership Centre, Karen, 2011.
108. Mbithi, P.M.F., University working at the grass root to inspire communities: opening ceremony for Thika Drop in Centre (DICE) of the Centre for HIV prevention and research (CHIVPR) Thika Sawa House, Thika, 2011.
109. Mbithi, P.M.F., The need for strategic planning for all units and schools of the University of Nairobi: workshop to review the Strategic Plan for the Department of Education Studies, UoN, at KWS, Naivasha, 2011
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110. Mbithi, P.M.F., “A new strategic direction for next five years”: launch of University of Nairobi Reviewed 2008 – 2013 strategic Plan, Taifa hall, University of Nairobi, 2011.
111. Mbithi, P.M.F., Customer Care, ISO 9001:2008, Performance Contract and Gender Mainstreaming: sensitization of staff at University of Nairobi, 2011.
112. Mbithi, P.M.F., Advances in automation of the Finance function at University of Nairobi: Finance Department Staff Seminar in Green Hills Hotel, Nyeri – Kenya, 2010.
113. Mbithi, P.M.F., Proper records mitigate risk: records management sensitization for Secretaries and Clerks at the Central caring Unit, University of Nairobi, 2010.
114. Mbithi, P.M.F., Translating research into policy and Practice: opening of the 2nd UNITID workshop at Kenya Pipeline Company, Morandate Training and Conference Centre, Naivasha, 2010.
115. Mbithi, P.M.F., The role of ISO Auditors to maintain quality at University of Nairobi: refresher training of ISO Internal Quality Auditors at the Great Rift Valley Lodge, Naivasha, 2010.
116. Mbithi, P.M.F., Labour Laws for Senior Administrative Staff: workshop for Senior Administrative Staff at Central Catering Unit, UON, Nairobi, 2009.
117. Mbithi, P.M.F., Development of food Safety curricula at the University of Nairobi: workshop on development of food safety curricula at Jacaranda Hotel, Westland’s, Nairobi, 2009.
118. Mbithi, P.M.F., Fire and Safety measures for security and caretaker staff: training workshop at Central Catering Unit, UON, 2009.
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119. Mbithi, P.M.F., Pedagogical training of trainer’s workshop: Department of Administration and Planning (UoN) Curriculum Review Workshop, Kenya Wildlife Training Institute, Naivasha, 2007.
120. Mbithi, P.M.F., Sensitization of University of Nairobi Vision, Mission and Core values: seminar for Senior Secretaries, at Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi, 2007.
121. Mbithi, P.M.F., Health and Safety awareness to staff : College of Biological Physical Sciences (CBPS) Health and Safety awareness day at CBPS, Nairobi, 2007.
122. Mbithi, P.M.F., Leadership capacity to Student Leaders: College of Health Sciences Students Leadership Capacity Training at KCCT, Mbagathi – Nairobi, 2007.
123. Mbithi, P.M.F., ICT Policy and Standards,: ICT Center workshop at Cooperative College of Kenya, Karen. 2007.
124. Mbithi, P.M.F., Catalyzing the Next Generation for Africa’s Sustainable Industrialization: TICAD Youth Entrepreneurship Forum at Kenyatta International Convention Center (KICC), Lenana Hall, August 28, 2016.
125. Sharon Fonn, Laban Peter Ayiro, Philip Cotton, Adam Habib, Peter Mulwa Felix Mbithi, Alfred Mtenje, Barnabas Nawangwe, Eyitope O. Ogunbodede, Idowu Olayinka, Frederick Golooba-Mutebi, Alex Ezeh (2018). “Repositioning Africa in Global Knowledge Production”. Published online www.thelancet.com http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0140- 6736(18)31068-7.
126. Mbithi, P.M.F., (2018). How to improve the performance management of Confucius Institutes. Presented during the 13th Global Confucius Conference at the Tianjin Normal University, China. December, 2018. Forum: Innovation in Education; Model and Operation Mechanism of Confucius Institute.
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127. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2018). “African Universities on Capacity Building for Africa’s Sustainable Development”. Presented during the Education for Sustainable Development in Africa (ESDA) conference, Tokyo, Japan, October, 2018.
128. Mbithi, P.M.F., Role of research in policy making and national development: Building Globally Competitive Universities for Africa: Experiences from the North and South – Commission for University Education Conference, 2018.
129. Mbithi, P.M.F., Challenges and opportunities for Higher Education and Research to influence policy Development: An African Perspective: Worldwide Universities Network (WUN), Perth, Australia, May 2018.
130. Mbithi, P.M.F., (2018). “Use of Standards as a tool for performance improvement and realization of strategic goals”. Presented at the Kenya Bureau of Standards CEO’s Breakfast Forum. Theme – The world runs on Standards, at the Intercontinental Hotel, February 2018.
131. Mbithi, P.M.F., Practical implementation of the UN sustainable development goals in higher education and research in Africa: Worldwide Universities Network (WUN), New York, 2017.
132. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2017). Build the Global Network Linking the Hearts of all People. Presented at the 12th Global Confucius Institute Conference. Theme - Belt and Road University President’s Forum, Beijing University of Chemical Technology December 2017.
133. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2016). Pertinent issues Affecting University Education in East Africa. Presented at the Commission for University Education 1st Biennial Conference on the State of Higher Education in Kenya, August 2016.
134. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2016). Building Globally Competitive Universities for Africa: Experiences from the North and South – Presented at the
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Commission for University Education 1st Biennial Conference on the State of Higher Education in Kenya, August 2016
135. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2016). “Catalyzing the Next Generation for Africa’s Sustainable Industrialization”. A summary paper presented at the Youth Entrepreneurship Forum, during the TICAD VI Conference in Kenya, August 2016.
136. Mbithi, P.M. F. (2016). Expanding the Platform of Cooperation between Chinese and Overseas Partners: The Role of the University of Nairobi. Presented at the 11th Global Confucius Institute Conference, December, 2016.
137. Mbithi, P.M.F. (2016). Africa’s Future: Perspective of an African University President. Presented at the ESDA meeting held in Tokyo, Japan, November 2016.
138. 10th Global Confucius Institute Conference, (2015). “Best Practice of Model Confucius Institute: Panel discussion.
139. The Australia Africa Universities Network Conference (2016). The UN Sustainable Development Goals in the Higher Education and Research: Practical implementation in Africa and Australia. Panel Discussion. Perth, Australia, 2016.
140. Mbithi, P.M.F., Research and its Critical role in Building Globally Competitive Universities for Africa.
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16.0 ATTENDANCE OF CONFERENCE/SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
I have attended and fully participated in the following conferences and workshops:-
1. Embryo transfer workshop, Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, July 1984. 2. Embryo transfer; Principles and applications. November 1985, University of Saskatchewan-workshop attended. 3. 14th Annual Veterinary Surgical Forum. American College of Veterinary surgeons, O’Hare, Chicago, October 1986. Conference attended. 4. Clinical and experimental evaluation of nitrofurazone cream treated and untreated skin wounds in cattle. Faculty of Vet. Med. Annual Scientific Conference, Kabete. 5. Inter-university Council for East Africa, Veterinary Surgery subject meeting, Arusha, Tanzania, 1992. 6. Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, Kabete, April 1990. 7. Tanzania Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, Arusha, Tanzania, December 1990. 8. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Scientific Conference, Kabete, September, 1989/90. 9. Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, 1995 -1998. 10. Seminar/workshop presentations on community Animal health, Kiboko, Kenya, April 1991. 11. University of Nairobi, Department of Clinical Studies Clinical Seminars. 12. Kenya Vet. Association Scientific Conference, April 1993. 13. 5th Pan African Veterinary Congress Arusha, Tanzania – November – December 1993. 14. Tanzania Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Meeting, Arusha – Tanzania. November 1994.
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15. University of Nairobi, Sokoine University of Agriculture and Makerere University, Kampala, Clinical Departments Regional Linkage programme meeting; Arusha, Tanzania, 1995. 16. Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, Whitesands Hotel, Mombasa Kenya. 24th -26th April 1996. 17. Dryland Husbandry Project (DHP) second regional workshop organized by Organisation of Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA), Sodere, Ethiopia, 13th – 15th May 1996. 18. Dryland Husbandry Project (DHP) regional meeting organized by OSSREA; Kilaguni, Kenya 1996. 19. Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific conference, Kisumu, Kenya – April 1997. 20. Regional Training Programme for Tuberculosis and contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia, Sokoine University of Agriculture, March 1998. 21. Biennial Scientific Conference, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, 5th – 7th August 1998. 22. Delivery of Animal Health Services in Eastern Africa workshop. Arusha, Tanzania, December 1998. 23. Kenya Veterinary Association Regional Commonwealth Scientific Conference, Nairobi, April 1999. 24. Kenya Veterinary Association Annual Scientific Conference, April 2000. 25. Southern and East Africa Drug Regulation Advisory Committee (SEAVDRAC 2000), Nairobi 24th – 26th July. 26. Regional Workshop at the faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Sokoine University of Agriculture on curriculum and devising ways and means of harmonizing curricula for sister faculties in Eastern Africa, 12th -22nd March 2002, Morogoro, Tanzania. 27. Good Corporate Governance Seminar, 5th – 6th May 2003, Nairobi. 28. 7th Dryland Husbandry Project (DHP) Workshop at Makele University, Ethiopia, 13th -20th October 2002. 29. Good Corporate Governance Seminar organized by the Kenya Anti- Corruption Commission, 5th - 6th May 2003.
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30. 71st General Session of the international Committee of the OIE (Office International des Epizooties) Annual Conference from 18th – 23rd May 2003, Paris. 31. International Workshop on Institutional Management in Higher Education (IMHE). Kampala, Uganda. 30th June – 6th July 2003. 32. Development of Regional Veterinary Curriculum: FAO funded workshop for harmonization of veterinary school curricula for East and Central Africa. Pretoria, South Africa. 15th – 20th March 2004. 33. Institute of Dry Land Unit (IDRDU) Strategic planning workshop, 30th June 2004 – 2nd July 2004, Whitesands Hotel Mombasa. 34. Dryland Husbandry Regional Workshop. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 23rd – 27th July 2004. 35. XXst International Congress of Hydatidology. Nairobi, Kenya 2004. 36. University Enterprise Services Limited (UNES) Strategic Planning Task Force Workshop Retreat, 30/3/2005 to 3/4/2005. 37. The Kenya Veterinary Association Scientific Conference. National museum of Kenya, April 2005. 38. Trustees Seminar organized by the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) on 24th June 2005, Stanley Hotel, Nairobi. 39. Workshop on performance contracting for public Universities. Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi, June 2005. 40. The 2005 Scientific Revival Day of Africa; Harnessing Emerging Technologies to Alleviate Poverty. Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, June 2005. 41. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Curriculum Review Workshop. KWSTI, Naivasha, August 2005. 42. Universities/Public Sector Reform and Development Workshop. Kenya Institute of Education, Nairobi, August 2005. 43. Training of Trainers Workshop on Pedagogical skills Development for The University of Nairobi Teaching Staff. KWSTI, Naivasha, August 2005. 44. The Kenya Magistrate’s Symposium on Environmental Law and its Enforcement. Mombasa, Kenya, September 2005.
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45. University of Nairobi Senior Management Development Programme held on 1st – 4th September 2005 at Kisumu Hotel. 46. First Annual International Conference of the African Science Academy Development Initiative. Intercontinental Hotel, Nairobi, November 2005. 47. University of Nairobi, Department of Clinical Studies Developmental Seminars. Nairobi, November 2005. 48. Ushepia Benchmarking Workshop, 21st to 23rd November 2005, Entebbe- Uganda. 49. University Management Board (UMB) Development Workshop for Administrators, 23rd – 26th, February 2006 at KCCT, Mbagathi – Nairobi. 50. Fourth Exhibition by Kenyan Universities, 15th – 18th March 2006, KICC, Nairobi – Kenya. 51. Veterinary Surgeons Congress, 26th – 30th April 2006, Mombasa. 52. Workshop on the training of Chief Internal Examiners from 13th -14th July 2006 at KCCT, Mbagathi, Nairobi - Kenya. 53. Institutional Management in Higher Education Sub-Regional Workshop organized by management training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) and UNESCO/International Institute of Educational Planning (IIEP), 20th -26th November 2006, Paris – France. 54. University Management Board (UMB) Workshop from 23rd – 24th May 2006, at the Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Management Centre, Karen – Nairobi. 55. Galilee College International Programme – Management of Higher Education Institutions, January 15th – 26th, 2007, Israel. 56. Conference at the University of IDAHO and University of Washington Veterinary Schools, 24th March 2007 – 3rd April 2007. 57. 7th International Workshop on Performance Contracts, 12th – 23rd March 2007, Nairobi – Kenya. 58. Senior Management Seminar on Results-Based Management, 4th – 5th April 2007 at Kenya Utalii Hotel, Ruaraka, Nairobi – Kenya. 59. Senior Management Leadership Orientation Training on Rapid Results Approach, May, 2007 at Utalii College, Ruaraka – Nairobi.
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60. Board of Trustees Workshop, organized by University of Nairobi Pension Scheme (UNPS), 5th – 6th May 2007, Simba Lodge - Naivasha. 61. Training on Public Procurement for tender and procurement committee members, May 2007, Kenya college of Accountancy, (CPA Centre, Ruaraka – Nairobi. 62. Non-Residential Training for Drivers on Transport and Driving Instructions, 2nd – 3rd June 2007 at the Kenya School of Accountancy (KCA) (CPA) Centre. 63. A Residential Seminar for Senior Secretaries on Quality Service and Effective Customer Care: towards a world Class University, 27th – 29th June 2007 at KCCT Mbagathi, Nairobi – Kenya. 64. University Management Board Management Review Workshop, 28th - 31st August 2007, Simba Lodge – Naivasha. 65. Training on Transformative Leadership and Results Based Management, 25th – 26th October 2007, Taifa Hall University of Nairobi. 66. A Seminar for Secretaries on Quality Service and Effective Customer Care: Towards a World Class University, 28th – 30th October 2007 at Kenya Commercial Bank Management Centre – Karen – Nairobi, Kenya. 67. Students Management Information System Training Workshop, SCI, 5th November 2007, Chiromo. 68. Strategic Public Procurement Management Workshop, 4th – 11th November 2007. 69. Sixth Sub-Regional Workshop on Institutional Management in Higher Education 10th – 14th December 2007 – Kampala. 70. Training of University of Nairobi Quality Management system auditors, 2nd – 5th December 2007, Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi. 71. Training on Public Procurement Procedures and Regulations for Procurement Staff, 20th March 2008, Central Catering Unit, University of Nairobi. 72. Induction Seminar for Disposal Committee Members, 11th April 2008, Central Catering Unit (CCU), University of Nairobi.
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73. Sensitization Training on Integrity, 29th May 2008 at Central Catering Unit (CCU), University of Nairobi. 74. Tivet Managers Capacity Building Workshop, 24th - 27th June 2008 – Mombasa. 75. Public Administration and Civil Service Management Workshop, 19th – 30th June 2008, Israel. 76. World Veterinary Congress, 25th – 31st July 2008, Vancouver – Canada. 77. Veterinary Training, Free University of Berlin and University of Bern, 23rd November 2008 – 5th November 2008. 78. Induction Seminar for Disposal committee Members, 11th April 2008 at CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 79. ICT Development and Capacity Building, 7th – 10th June 2008 – Mombasa. 80. Induction Training on Public Procurement for alternate members of the Tender Committee and members of the Disposal Committee, 16th July 2008, Central Catering Unit (CCU) , University of Nairobi. 81. Training on Application of Public Procurement Rules and Regulations and Challenges, 21st August 2008, Education Theatre II, Education Building, Main Campus. 82. Training for Inspection and Acceptance Committee Members, November 2008, Central Catering Unit (CCU) – University of Nairobi. 83. The Board of Common Undergraduate courses (BCUC) Workshop, 28th - 30th September 2008, Garden Hotel, Machakos County. 84. Public Administration and Civil Service Management Workshop, 10th – 25th January 2009, Galilee – Israel. 85. Fund-Raising Training, 2nd – 3rd May 2009, Abuja, Nigeria. 86. A Senate Retreat on skills development held on 13th – 15th May 2009, at the Great Rift Valley lodge and Gold Resort, Naivasha. 87. Training on fire and safety measures for the internal security and caretaker staff 13th June 2006 at CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 88. World Organization of Animal Health (OIE) Global Conference, 12th – 14th, October 2009, Paris – France.
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89. Association of African Universities (AAU) Management Development Training Workshop (Madev III), 24/5/2010 – 4/6/2010, Gaborone, Botswana. 90. Training on Sensitization of HIV / AIDS to members of University of Nairobi Staff, 29th – 30th April 2010. 91. Sensitization Programme on Records Management for Senior Administrative Staff, 28th April 2010 –Central Catering Unit (CCU). 92. Strategic Leadership for Directors of state Corporations organized by the state corporation Advisory Council (SCAC), 25th - 26th June 2010. 93. Retreat for the University Management Board on Performance contracting. Merica Hotel - September 14-17, 2010. 94. Retreat for the University Management Board on customer perceptions survey and University draft policy documents at the Kenya school of Monetary Studies. September 16, 2011. 95. Workshop on Amendments to the Public Procurement and Disposal Law for Senior University Managers (UMB and Senate) and Procurement Officers. Central Catering Unit (CCU) Hall, January 23, 2014. 96. Retreat of the University Council on financial management. Great Rift Valley Lodge, February 26-28, 2014. 97. Retreat of the University Senate on University of Nairobi revenue enhancement cost control and austerity measures for 2013/14 and 2014/15 financial years. Great Rift Valley Lodge, May 29-31, 2014. 98. Sensitization Training on emerging issues in Finance, Internal Audit and Procurement, June 20, 2008 –Central Catering Unit (CCU). 99. The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) Governance, Leadership and Management Convention held on June, 23rd - 25th 2010. 100. 3rd Pan African Ethics Conference: Transforming Africa through value based Leadership, 29th September 2010 – 1/10/2010, Ole Sereni Hotel – Nairobi. 101. Retreat on Sustainability of ISO Quality Management Systems and Certification, 26th -29th 2010. Merica Hotel – Nakuru.
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102. University Management Board (UMB) Retreat held on September 14th -17th 2010, Merica Hotel – Nakuru. 103. Induction to Integrity Testing Programme, 28th September 2010, Central Catering Unit (CCU), University of Nairobi. 104. Integrity Training, 5th – 8th November 2010 – Nakuru. 105. Ministerial meeting on Agriculture, 14th -17th November 2010, Kampala, Uganda. 106. Seventh International Workshop in Institutional Management in Higher Education 22nd – 26th November 2010, Mombasa Beach Hotel, Mombasa – Kenya. 107. Board Chairmen, Chief Executives, Directors and Board Secretaries Programme, 11th – 17th December 2010, Arabian Court Hotel, Dubai. 108. Workshop for Members of the Technical Evaluation Committees for goods and services held on 27th January 2011 at Central Catering Unit (CCU) – University of Nairobi. 109. Training for Integrity Assurance Officers by the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC), 21st – 24th February 2011. 110. Pan Commonwealth Veterinary Conference, 19th – 27th March 2011 – Accra- Ghana. 111. Sensitization of the University Senate on Anti-corruption Strategies, 13th April 2011, CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 112. Private-Public Partnership Real Estate Development Projects, 17th -22nd April 2011, University of Dar-es-Salaam and Makerere University. 113. Tender committee Members Training Retreat, 11th -14th June 2011, Kisumu. 114. Strategic Planning partnerships in Strengthening Higher Education Stakeholder Relations in Africa, Simon Fraser University, 16th – 26th August 2011, Canada. 115. Workshop on Developing and Sustaining World Class Academic Programmes, 4th – 7th August 2011, Midland Hotel, Nakuru. 116. Developing and Sustaining World Class Academic Programme Workshop, 4th -7th August, 2011 – Nakuru.
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117. Performance Contract Management information System (PCMIS) Training for Central Administration Units, 17th – 19th August 2011 at the ICT Corporate Laboratory, Chiromo. 118. Workshop to review the Departmental Strategic Plan (Department of Educational Studies), 18th – 22nd September 2011 at Kenya Wildlife Service Training Institute (KWSTI), Naivasha. 119. Agro 2011 Biennial Conference, 26th – 28th September 2011 – Nairobi. 120. 30th World Veterinary Congress, 10th -19th October 2011 – South Africa. 121. ICPK Executive Retreat, 23rd – 25th November 2011, Entebbe – Uganda. 122. Management of Animals in Disaster Programme,6th -8th 2011, Mwingi District 123. Retreat of the UMB Sub – Committee on alignment of University Policies with terms of service from January 11th – 14th 2012, Maanzoni Lodge – Machakos. 124. One Day Retreat to finalize College of Biological Sciences (CBPS) Strategic Plan, 20th January 2012, Central Catering Unit (CCU), University of Nairobi. 125. Training on Basic Sign Language and Disability Mainstreaming, 15th – 17th February 2012 – University of Nairobi. 126. Training on Fire Fighting and Prevention of fire for Staff and Library Departments, 7th – 8th March 2012. 127. Refresher Training for Internal Quality Auditors (IQA), 25th – 27th March 2012, Kenya School of Monitary Studies (KSMS), Ruaraka – Kenya. 128. Programme for Sensitization Workshop for University Management board Members and Deans of Faculties / Directors / Coordinators of Schools / Institutions / Centres on anti-Plagiarism, 9th February 2012, School of Computing and Informatics (SCI) Chiromo Undergraduate Laboratory, University of Nairobi. 129. Launch of African ecosystems and societies Programme (AESoP), 4th -16th April 2012, Colorado State University – USA. 130. Grants Management Strategic Plan Workshop, 9th – 11th March 2012, Maanzoni Lodge –Machakos.
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131. Workshop on African Ecosystem and Societies Programme of the Natural Resource Ecology laboratory (NREL) and Development of a key Strategic Partnership between university of Nairobi and Colorado State University April 1st -17th , 2012, Colorado State University (CSU), Fort Collins, USA. 132. Board of Postgraduate Studies Strategic Plan Workshop, 23rd – 24th April, 2012, Maanzoni Lodge - Machakos. 133. Leadership Programme for University Development, 5th – 20th September 2012, Advancement Academy at Stellenbosch – South Africa. 134. Regional Conference on Procurement Standards and Socioeconomic Development in Africa, 16th – 21st October 2012, Arusha – Tanzania. 135. 17th executive Retreat hosted by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya, 20th – 24th November 2012, Ramses Hilton Hotel, Cairo, Egypt. 136. Training for College Disability Mainstreaming Committee Members, 30th November 2012, CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 137. Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP) Certification Boot Camp 16th – 20thDecember, 2012, Institute for International Research (IIR) Middle East at the Kempinski Hotel – Dubai. 138. 8th Annual Eastern and Southern Africa Pension Funds 2013 Conference in Mauritius at Hilton Resort and Spa, Flic en Flac Beach from 8th to 10th May 2013. 139. First Study Visit on American Fund Raising Model – New York City, under the Advancement Academy at Stellenbosch from 11th -16th May 2013. 140. Visit to Colorado State University (CSU), Centre of Collaborative Conservation, and College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to strengthen linkages between University of Nairobi and Colorado State University from 17th – 18th May 2013. 141. Sensitization training on Intellectual Property Policy to UMB members, Deans, Directors, Co-coordinators and Intellectual Property Champions from June 5th – 6th 2013 at Central Catering Unit – Student Welfare Authority (SWA).
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142. Sensitization workshop for the University of Nairobi Drivers on Performance Contracting, Team Building, ISO Certification, Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, cost reduction in fleet management and corruption Eradication on June 10th 2013 at Central Catering Unit – Student Welfare Authority (SWA). 143. Curriculum Review Retreat for the Department of Sociology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) on June 8th 2013 at Maanzoni Lodge. 144. Kathiani Boys Education / Prize giving day on 7th June 2013 Kathiani – Machakos County. 145. Retreat for Colleges / Unit corruption Prevention committee Secretaries, College Registrars and Key Officers, 21st June 2013, Merica Hotel- Nakuru 146. 2nd KIM Manager’s Annual Conference on transformational and Innovative leadership from 18th – 23rd June 2013 at Whitesands Hotel, Mombasa – Kenya. 147. Quality Management System (QMS) Workshop, 25th -29thJune 2013, Maanzoni Lodge, Lukenya Machakos County. 148. A management Representative Course from 22nd – 27th July, 2013 at Mombasa Beach Hotel offered by Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS). 149. Joint University Management Board (UMB), Deans / Directors Workshop, 29/8/2012, CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 150. SONU Retreat, 7th – 9th December 2012, KWSTI, Naivasha. 151. Refresher Training for Internal Quality Auditors (IQA), 9th – 11th October 2013, CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi. 152. The 2013 SRA International annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States from October 24 to November 3rd 2013. 153. Regional Conference: Positioning the procurement Function to deliver Value, Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda from October 15th – 19th 2013. 154. A three day workshop for Secretaries “Illuminating the real Manager Behind the Boss”, 12th -14th November 2014 CCU Conference Hall, University of Nairobi.
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155. Global Risk Forum (GRF) Davos One Health Conference on University Initiatives in one health ; a Global Perspective Switzerland from November 16th -21st 2013 156. Strategic planning workshop for the Centre for Open and Distance learning, 27th November 2013. K.I.A. – Nairobi. 157. SONU Retreat, 29th November 2013 – 1st December 2013. 158. Sensitization session on service provision to persons with hearing disabilities. CCU, 31st January, 2014. 159. Training for front office staff on basic sign language. Disability mainstreaming, CCU, 11th March, 2014. 160. University of Nairobi Pension Scheme 2007 Trustees Retreat, 27th -30th March 2014, Simba Lodge, Naivasha. 161. Senate Retreat on University Austerity Measures at the Great Rift Valley Lodge. 28th -31st May 2014. 162. College of Education and External Studies College Management Retreat, Alba Hotel, Meru – 27th June, 2014. 163. 5th Annual African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference. School of Business – 10th July, 2014. 164. ELIMIKA launch programme. Wote, Makueni – 13th August, 2014. 165. University of Nairobi Pension Scheme (2007) retreat, Naivasha. 14th to 16th August, 2014. 166. College of Health Sciences Strategic Workshop. Maanzoni Lodge, Machakos County. 27th August, 2014. 167. Computing for development centre of excellence programme for grant writing workshop for School of Computing and Informatics, Sawela Lodge, Naivasha. 28th August 2014. 168. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences. 3rd to 5th September, 2014.
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170. 10th Anniversary of Alumni Association, February 6, 2015, Great Court, Main Campus.
171. Launch of the Presidential Digital Talent Program (PDTP) February 10, 2015, Taifa Hall.
172. Launch of the GIS Lab at LARMAT – The Deputy Ambassador, February 11, 2015, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS).
173. Training in Records Management, February 19, 2015, Central Catering Unit (CCU).
174. Stakeholders meeting on implementation of ICTC Integration in primary Education, February 21, 2015 Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD).
175. Invitation to officiate the opening of MSE course 2015, February 22, 2015, Chiromo Surgical Skills Center, (N.S.S. C.).
176. Brainstorming session on financing of Higher Education in Kenya, March 5, 2015, Sarova Stanley Hotel – Courtesy of AFD (NBI). 177. University of Nairobi Pension Scheme (UoNPS) – Preparation for Retirement Seminar, March 5, 20 15 – March 6, 2015), Nairobi Safari Club. 178. African Higher Education Summit, March 9, 2015 – March 13, 2015, Dakar, Senegal. 179. Engineering Students Association final year students Dinner – Utalli Hotel. 180. UoNPS Trustees Seminar – Mt. Kenya Safari Park Club, March 25, 2015 - March 29, 2015, Nanyuki 181. Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) Annual Leadership summit, April 1, 2015 – April 2, 2015, Safari Park Hotel.
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182. Invitation to show case UON’S ISO Achievements in the 19th International Conference on ISO & TQM (19th ICIT), (Presented a Paper) April 7, 2015, in Safari Park Hotel. 183. Present a paper at the Conference of Rectus – Vice Chancellor’s and Presidents of African Universities on “Internationalization of Higher Education in Africa”. May 1, 2015 – May 5, 2015, Kigali – Rwanda. 184. Symposium on “Counterterrorism in search of a Grant Africa Strategy” courtesy of IDIS, – May 7, 2015, Taifa Hall. 185. Development Research in Sub-Saharan Africa (Drussa) VC’s Leadership Seminar. May 11, 2015 and the ACU/SARIMA Conference: May 11, 2015 – May 15, 2015, Johannesburg. 186. Board of Postgraduate Studies (BPS) Tracking System Launch, May 25, 2015, Vice Chancellor’s Parlour 187. Official trip on working towards the launch of the innovation & incubation Center of UoN, June 6, 2015 -June 10, 2015, Israel. 188. Training on Environmental sustainability P.S. guidelines, June 11, 2015 - June 12, 2015, CCU. 189. Public Lecture by Prof. Ngugi wa Thiong’o, June 11, 2015, Taifa Hall. 190. Invitation by SDA Group on their Launch of Strategic Plan, June 13, 2015, Chiromo Campus. 191. The first Infectious Disease Symposium of the Unit of Clinical Infectious Disease, UoN, June 18, 2015, Laico Regency – Hotel. 192. Symposium on “The Rise & Imminent Defeat of Terrorism in Kenya, June 18, 2015-June 19, 2015 (KSG). 193. Celebration of First International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2015, Graduation Square. 194. International Day against Drug Abuse, June 26, 2015, Chancellor’s Court. 195. Co-hosting of an Experts Panel Discussion on Countering violent extremism (CVE), July 29, 2015, Taifa Hall. 196. VC to open (LLM) Curriculum Review Workshop, July 1, 2015, Enashipai – Resort and SPA – Naivasha
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197. UMB Retreat, July 9, 2015-July 11, 2015, Maanzoni. 198. Public Lecture by Italian Prime Minister, July 15, 2015, Taifa Hall. 199. The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Dinner, July 21, 2015, Serena Hotel. 200. Invitation to officially open the 6th CARTA Facility and Administration, Fast International Workshop, July 2, 2015, (CCU). 201. Senate Retreat Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort, July, 15, 2015 – August 1, 2015, Naivasha. 202. One day Conference on Security issues in Universities, August 3, 2015, KICD. 203. NIW 2015, August 3, 2015 – August 7, 2015, Graduation Square. 204. UNPS Trustees Retreat, August 7, 2015 – August 9, 2015, Naivasha. 205. Two day workshop on “Fourth for a sustainable culture of peace and security on East Africa” Hosted by UNESCO: August 20, 2015 – August 21, 2015, Boulevard Hotel. 206. PPP Manual Review Workshop, August 20, 2015, Hilton Hotel. 207. Stakeholders workshop on Universities (Amendments) Bill 2015, August 24, 2015 208. Evaluation Panel for the Doctor of Laws (LL.D) Thesis by Justice Prof. J.B. Ojwang: August 24, 2015 (VCCR). 209. Australia Africa Universities Network (AAUN) AGM & Conference Canberra, August 25, 2015 – August 28, 2015, Australia. 210. Attended the East African Research and Innovation Management Association, August 27 – August 31, 2015, Uganda. 211. Think Tank Breakfast Pre-Launch meeting of the UoN Endowment Fund, September 3, 2015, Serena Hotel. 212. UoN Graduation Ceremony, September 4, 2015, Graduation Square. 213. Base Project: Participation in the partnership for competence Development Network in Engineering for the Energy Sector (The Base Project), September 5, 2019 - September 12, 2015, Norway.
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214. Launch of Centre for Pedagogy and Andragogy (CEPA), September 15, 2015, 215. Mean Machine & Basket Ball Re-Launch, September 15, 2015, VC’s Parlour. 216. VC address to first years, September 17, 2015, Great Court. 217. High Performance Leadership workshop, September 17, 2015, Sarova Mombasa. 218. Invitation to attend the National Conference & Exhibition on KTCS for persons with Disabilities in Kenya ICT 4 WDs, – September 17, 2015 – September 18, 2015, Safari Park Hotel. 219. Renewal of Existing Agreement between the UoN and University of Manitoba Canada, September 19, 2015 - September 25, 2015, Canada, University of Manitoba. 220. The 3rd E-learning & Innovation Conference, September 28, 2015 – September 29, 2015, (KICD). 221. Annual Refresher Training of Corruption Prevention Committee members and Integrity Assurance Officers on the PC. 12th Cycle of the Corruption Eradication Indicator, September 29, 2015 – October 1, 2015 – CCU. 222. Visit to the University of South Alabama and University of Washington, October 6, 2015 – October 18, 2015, (Seattle). 223. Invitation for a half-Day Conference on the Establishment of a National Science & Technology, October 27, 2015, Utalii Hotel. 224. Award of Rattansi Scholarship, November 13, 2015, Council Chamber, 19th Fl., UoN Tower. 225. IDS @ 50 Celebrations: November 18, 2015-November 21, 2015, Taifa Hall. 226. Pope’s Mass: November 26, 2015 – Graduation Square. 227. World Aids Day, December 1, 2015 Lower Kabete. 228. 54th UoN Graduation Ceremony, December 4, 2015, Graduation Square.
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229. 10th Global Confucius Institute Conference, December 4, 2015- December 9, 2015, Shanghai, China. 230. Faculty of Arts End of Year Party December 18, 2015, Arziki Restaurant. 231. KUSU Cheque Handover for needy students, December 21, 2015, VCCR. 232. Pathways Kenya – Integrating Human Dimensions into fish and Wildlife Management Conference by Colorado State University, January 10, 2016 – January 12, 2016, Mt. Kenya Safari Club – Nanyuki – Kenya. 233. Launch of college of CHSS one stop Shop services, January 11, 2016, CHSS. 234. A stakeholder Workshop for the Development and Dissemination of the vision 2030 Ideal citizen profile, January 15, 2016, Lukenya Getaway. 235. Award of Scholarships donations to students in various Public and Private Universities by Hon. J. Mutambu, February 3, 2016, Council Chamber, 19th Fl. UoN Towers. 236. Chinese New Year Celebrations, February 5, 2016, Great Court. 237. The National Urban Youth forum, February 8, 2016 UoN 844 Building. 238. Alexander Forbes Post-retirement Medical Breakfast seminar, February 9, 2016, Sarova Panafric Hotel. 239. Closing & issuance of certificates to trainers of PhD supervision, February 17, 2016, CCU. 240. Inauguration of Research Grants February 24, 2016, CCU. 241. Invitation to give opening remarks. Quality improvement workshop, February 24, 2016, School of Business, Lower Kabete. 242. Inauguration of Chiromo Botanical Garden, February 24, 2016, College of Biological Sciences and Physical Sciences (CBPS).UMB Workshop – Chiromo. 243. Invitation to attend the public service sensitization forum on Ethics, Integrity & Sustainable Development Goals, February 26, 2016, Kenya School of Government (KSG). 244. Capacity Building on Corruption, Prevention, Ethics & Integrity, March, 4, 2016 (CCU).
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245. AICAD 2nd AGM Meeting – AICAD headquarters, February 4, 2016 Juja, Thika. 246. Launch of the Online Leave Application System (OLPS) March 14, 2016, CCU. 247. Pine bridge Investment Client Seminar and Training, April 7, 2016, Nairobi Serena Hotel. 248. Tianjin Normal University for Council meeting of the Confucius Institute of UoN and Xiamen University to chair a session during the 95th Anniversary of Xiamen University & the 21st Century maritime Road University President’s forum, April 3, 2016 – April 10, 2016, China. 249. Launch of Innovation week activities, April 15, 2016, VCs Parlour. 250. UoN Open Day, April 28, 2016 – April 30, 2016, Great Court. 251. Launch of the Elimika Collabo, April 29, 2016, Taifa Hall 252. Visitation Panel March 31, 2016– May 5, 2016, Taifa Hall. 253. Capacity Building on corruption Prevention, Ethics & Integrity, June 8, 2016, Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library (JKML), UoN. 254. To sign an agreement for implementation of the Confucius Institute Building at UoN Project. June 22, 2016 – June 27, 2016 – China. 255. E Maker movement for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health – Maker – MNCHS Launch of “Maker Space”, June 29, 2016, Upper Kabete Campus. 256. Oil & Gas Public Lecture, July 1, 2016 Taifa Hall. 257. Capacity Building on Corruption Prevention, Ethics and Integrity for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) EDTI: July 6, 2016, CHSS. 258. Opening of Meru Dice – (MAPRS) Project, July, 2016, Meru. 259. Public Lecture by Indian Prime Minister, July 11, 2016, Taifa Hall. 260. Second DRUSSA VC’s Leadership Seminar, July 26, 2016 Accra, Ghana 261. NIW 2016, August 1, 2016 – August 5, 2016, Great Court. 262. 1st Biennial Conference on the State of Higher Education in Kenya, by CUE, paper on Building globally competitive Universities for Africa:
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Experiences from the North & South, August 22, 2016 – August 26, 2016, KU. 263. Presidential Launch of Wangari Maathai Institute (WMI), August 23, 2016, College of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences. 264. TICAD Vs Blue Economy Side Event, August 25, 2016, Hilton Hotel. 265. Education for Sustainable Development in Africa (ESDA) TICAD VI, Youth Entrepreneurship Forum. “Catalyzing the next Generation for Africa is sustainable Industrialization August 28, 2016, KICC, Lenana Hall. 266. UoN Graduation Ceremony, September 2, 2016, Graduation Square. 267. Australia African University Network (AAUN) Forum & AGM 2016: September 3, 2016 – September 6, 2016, Australia – Perth. 268. UNPS Planning for Retirement Seminar, September 22, 2016 - September 23, 2016: Nairobi Safari Club, Nairobi. 269. Sensitization Training for University Management Board (UMB) and all Heads of Departments from Central Administration Units on ISO 9001:2015, Quality Management System (QMS) Review: September 26, 2016, CCU. 270. India 10th International Day of Non-Violence, October 3, 2016 Taifa Hall. 271. Launch of Incubation initiative, October 4, 2016, Makueni, Wote. 272. FKE Training for UoN Senior Administration, October 11, 2016, CCU. 273. Ruforum Biennial Conference and 5th African Higher Education Week, October 17, 2016 – October 21, 2016, Cape Town (SA) Stellenbosch University. 274. ESDA Meeting –to chair a meeting and attend a seminar on Education for Sustainable Development in Africa (ESDA), November 2, 2016- November 8, 2016, Japan Tokyo. 275. Award of China Scholarships, November 14, 2016 Taifa Hall. 276. Opening remarks in a meeting between Chinese Companies & Graduates, November 30, 2016, Great court. 277. UoN World Aids Day, December 1, 2016, Kenya Science Campus.
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278. UoN Graduation Ceremony, December 2, 2016, Graduation Square. 279. 11th Global Confucius Institute Conference – CHINA- Presented a paper as well as signing of an MoU with China Earthquake Administration, December 6, 2016 – December 15, 2016, China. 280. Rattansi Award Ceremony, December 19, 2016, VCCR. 281. Kenya ESDA Chapter Meeting, December 20, 2016 UoN Towers, 4th Floor – Seminar Room. 282. DAAD Scholarship Awards, January 11, 2017, Council Chamber. 283. VC’s Address to freshers, January 12, 2017, Great Court. 284. National Stakeholders validation on status of National Values and Principles of Governance, January 18, 201717, Kenya School of Monetary Studies (KSMS). 285. IAQ & UMB Training, January 19, 2017 CCU. 286. WMI Consortium Launch, Vet labs- CAI: January 20, 2017. 287. Launch of a short course on population Health & Environ (PHE), January 23, 2017, Imperial Hotel. 288. CUE Quality Audit Inspection, January 24, 2017 – January 25, 2017, University of Nairobi. 289. Chancellor’s Convention, January 25, 2017 – January 26, 2017, Safari Park. 290. 17th IQA ISO 9001: 2015, January 26, 2017 – January 26, 2017, UoN. 291. Launch of SEMI’s, Project, January 30, 2017, CAVS. 292. School of business – Stakeholders Breakfast, February 2, 2017, Norfolk Hotel. 293. Evaluation of UoN Council, February 2, 2017, Council Chamber. . 294. UMB/Deans retreat “ISO Certification”, February 9, 2017, CCU. 295. SRC Job Evaluation Exercise, February 13, 2017, Old Council Chamber.
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296. Bicycle Riding (C4D Lab project) from Norfolk to Great Court February 16, 2017. 297. Town Hall Interview by Nation Media Group, February 22, 2017, Daystar University: 298. UNPS Retirement Planning Seminar, Laico Regency – Magadi Road. 299. Retirement Planning Seminar, February 23, 2017, Laico Regency. 300. Lanten Launch by Catholic Bishops (Graduation Square). 301. 15th Exhibition by Kenyan Universities (CUEA) February 27, 2017 – March 3, 2017. 302. UNPS Retreat, March 1, 2017-March 4, 2017, (Enashipai Lodge). 303. Sensitization Training on the revised ISO 9001 – 2015 – QMS, March 1, 2017, CCU 304. NIW 2017: January 1, 2017 – March 10, 2017, Great Court. 305. Chancellor’s visit, School of Law: March 21, 2017. 306. 1st All Africa Post Harvest (Congress & Exhibition, March 28, 2017 – March 31, 2017 Safari Park Hotel). 307. Complaints handling system & Citizen service Delivery charted to SWA Staff: March 28, 2017, CCU. 308. Training by National Cohesion Commission to Central Committees, March 31, 2017 (CCU). 309. ARUA Conference and present a paper, April 1, 2017 – April 5, 2017, ACCRA – GHANA. 310. Opening remarks at International Triple Helix Summit, April 1, 2017 – April 5, 2017, UoN Towers. 311. Capacity Building on Citizens participation in Security as a first line of defense, April 10, 2017 (KSG). 312. Prepare: BSc. Project Internal dissemination workshop –by Department of Animal Production – CAVS April 13, 2017. 313. Opening Remarks – Master of Research training, April 24, 2017, Maanzoni Lodge.
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314. Golden Jubilee Celebrations of the KVA & CVA: April 25, 2017 – April 28, 2017 (Safari Park Hotel). 315. Mitsubishi Corporation Scholarships April 24, 2017 (CCU). 316. WUN Conference, April 29, 2017 – May 5, 2017, New York. 317. Workshops for Dean/Directors, by Graduate School, May 10, 2017, CCU. 318. 1st FKE Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony, May 19, 2017 Villa Rosa Kempinski. 319. Opening Remarks – Students’ Leaders Workshop on Universities for a sustainable culture of peace and security, old Council Chamber: May 24, 2017. 320. UoN Career Open Day, May 25, 2017– May 27, 2017, Great Court. 321. Law Alumni Chapter Launch, June 8, 2017 Auditorium, UoN Tower. 322. Training on University of Nairobi’s Complaints Handling System and Citizen Service Delivery Charter, June 14, 2017, CCU. 323. World Refugee Day, June 20, 2017, Graduation Square. 324. Celebrations to mark International Day against Drug Abuse, June 23, 2017, Great Court. 325. Radicalization & Violent Extremism workshop, June 28, 2017, Old Council Chamber. 326. BHEARD 2017 Conference, July 2, 2017 – July 8, 2017, Elementaita Country Lodge. 327. Deans/Directors Retreat, July 12, 2017, CCU. 328. Public Lecture in Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, UNITAD, July 20, 2017, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 329. To Chair the Cancer Alliance Board & Technical meeting “Blue print for success” August 22, 2017 – August 24, 2017, Zurich – Switzerland. 330. School of Medicine Golden Jubilee Celebration: July 26, 2017 – July 28, 2017, (Auditorium).
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331. Opening remarks – Regional Dialogue on WTO Accessories for the Greater Home of Africa, August 28, 2017 – August 30, 2017, Intercontinental Hotel. 332. AAUN Annual Conference, July 4, 2017 – July 6, 2017, Perth Australia. 333. 1st Years VC’s Address Great Court. 334. UoN travelling Theatre – Trophy presentation, September 12, 2017, VCCR. 335. Launch of Benches by Techno Mobiles, (September 20, 2017), Graduation Square. 336. UoN Graduation Ceremony, September 22, 2017, Graduation Square. 337. ESDA Workshop, September 25, 2017, Old Council Chamber. 338. KENET Board Retreat, September 27, 2017 – September 29, 2017, Enashipai –Naivasha. 339. Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Lecture, October 5, 2017, Taifa Hall. 340. 3rd ESDA Consortium, October 15, 2017 – October 18, 2017, Cape Town, 341. Launch of SOB Executive Development programmes, 19/10/17, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 342. 13th RUFORUM AGM, October 26, 2017 – October 28, 2017, Lilogwe Malawi. 343. Lecture by WMI Distinguished Chair, November 11, 2017, Auditorium. 344. VC’s Address to first years, November 23, 2017, CHS. 345. Belt & Road University presidents’ Forum: December 4, 2017 – December 15, 2017 – China – Beijing (To chair a session). 346. 12th Global Confucius Institute Conference, December 12, 2017 – December 13, 2017, China. 347. Job fair for Kenyan students by Confucius Institute, (December 20, 2017), UoN Great Court. 348. UoN Graduation 58th Graduation December 22, 2017, Graduation Square.
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349. Workshop on preparation of Financial Statements, January 15, 2018, Kenya School of Government (KSG). 350. Launch of NIW 2018, January 16, 2018, Intercontinental Hotel. 351. Visit by Ms Lucy Muringo Gichuhi, Senator South Australia, January 18, 2018 Auditorium, UoN Towers. 352. Annual Scientific Review and Planning meetings 50 years celebration of Forgarty 353. January 22, 2018, Center of National Institutes of Medicine, (Mayfair Hotel). 354. University of Nairobi Prayer, Taifa Hall, January 24, 2018. 355. Opening of Confucius Institute (7th Floor), January 29, 2018, UoN Towers 356. Open Day Ceremony, February 1, 2018 – February 3, 2018 Great Court. 357. Meeting on Universities Collaboration on Food & Nutrition Security, February 6, 2018, 358. Open Intellectual property Audit workshop, February 7, 2018 359. Governance Summit, February 12, 2018, Safari Park. 360. KBS CEO’s Breakfast Forum as a panelist “the World Runs on Standards – February 16, 2018, Intercontinental Hotel – Nairobi. 361. Participation in 20th Commonwealth Education minister meeting (NADI- FISI), February 18-February 22, 2018. 362. Address to 1st year students, February 22, 2018, (CHSS) 363. RUFORUM media campaign Launch, February 23, 2018, (Auditorium). 364. VC’s workshop, February 28, 2018 – March 3, 2018 (Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, Nakuru). 365. Training workshops for chairmen of Departments, Thematic Heads on “Becoming Innovation Champion”, March 12, 2018 – March 16, 2018, UoN Towers 366. Training of University Senior Management on Governance & Strategic
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367. Management, March 18, 2018-March 24, 2018 Simba Lodge – Naivasha 368. Draft Public Service Commission regulations 2018, March 27, 2018, (KICC). 369. Launch of Dental Alumni Chapter, March 28, 2018 370. Handling of Complaints awareness to security Department, March 29, 2018, CCU. 371. Employers’ Breakfast Event, May 3, 2018, Crowne Plaza Hotel 372. To participate in Deployment event of the 1st Kenyan University Nano Satellite (1 KUNS – PF) from ISS/Kibo by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAEA), April 9, 2018-April 12, 2018, Tokyo – Japan. 373. To present a paper and chair a session at a workshop of the worldwide 374. Universities Network (WUN) Australia, May 18, 2018 – May 25, 2018, WUN conference & Annual General Meeting. 375. Workshop for Deans and Directors on role of the Faculties/Schools, Institutes, 376. Centers in the success of postgraduate programmes, June 8, 2018, 4th Floor, UoN Towers 377. African Development Bank Special Event during the Africa Innovation summit, June 6, 2018- June 8, 2018, Kigali Rwanda. 378. Chief Guest, Kili Rover Scouts 10th Anniversary celebrations, June 22, 2018, CCU. 379. Sensitization workshop on training Guide for top Leadership and management of Universities in Kenya, July 13, 2018, (CUE – Headquarters). 380. July 18, 2018. The role of youth in building National cohesion workshop (Taifa Hall). 381. Workshop on validation of I.P. Audit report, July 23, 2018, CCU 382. Launch of E-portal by the President, July 24, 2018 (KICC) 383. Training of Members of Inspection & acceptance committee for the year 2018-2019 Financial year, July 25, 2018, CCU
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384. Sensitization of University Strategic Planning cascading committees, August 3, 2018, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 385. Chancellor’s Career Fair, August 14, 2018, Great Court. 386. The FOCAL Summit (Forum on China Africa Cooperation) and Participate in the signing of a MoU on construction and Operation of Kenya Railway College, September 2018, CHINA. 387. To present a paper and chair session at AAUN conference & AGM 2018, 25-29/8/18, (Australia– Perth). 388. 60th Anniversary Celebration of Tianjin Normal University, September 5, 2018 – September 10, 2018. 389. UoN Graduation Ceremony (59th), September 14, 2018, Graduation Square. 390. Launch of UoN & Cherami Partnership, September 17, 2018, (Chancellor’s Court). 391. Inauguration of UoN Council, September 18, 2018, (UoN Towers). 392. SME FEST Expo – Conference, September 19, 2018 (Auditorium). 393. Employer of the Year Award (EYA) & Gala, September 21, 2018, (Radisson Blue Hotel, Upper Hill) 394. The World Academic Summit, National University of Singapore, September 25, 2018-September 27, 2018, Singapore. 395. Dialogue with African Universities on Capacity Building for Africa’s Sustainable Development, October 25, 2018 – November 4, 2018, Tokyo Japan. 396. Participate in the discussions and signing of a general MoU to the partnership for financing of UoN Cherami Cancer Institute & Specialist Hospital, November 3, 2018 – November 7, 2018, Shanghai –China. 397. Finalization of project Negotiations partner visits and Execution of Agreement, Guangzhou Cherami – China Investment Management Co. Ltd. October 5, 2018 – November 10, 2018, China International Import Expo. Shanghai – China.
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398. Sustainable Blue Economy Conference, November 26, 2018 – November 28, 2018, KICC and UON Auditorium. Council Retreat, November 29, 2018 – November 30, 2018. 399. Confucius Institute Presidents’ Forum, December 1, 2018 – December 11, 2018, China. 400. 13th Confucius Institute conference, Chengdu-Sichuan Province, December 3, 2018 – December, 2018, China. 401. Launch of Rebrand the 4th First Lady’s half marathon per Beyond Zero Campaign, December 4, 2018, (State House). 402. Launch of the Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentists Board S P 2018 – 2020, December 7, 2018. 403. State of the UoN Address, December 19, 2018, Taifa Hall. 404. 60th Graduation Ceremony, December 21, 2018, Graduation Square. 405. University of Nairobi Prayer Day, January 10, 2019, Taifa Hall. 406. Public Lecture by Mr. Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation, January 10, 2019, Taifa Hall. 407. University of Nairobi Open Day, January 18, 2019, Great Court. 408. Award of Scholarships by Dr. Idle Farah, Former Chairman of Council, University of Nairobi, January 21, 2019 VC’s Parlour. 409. Huawei Equipment donation for University of Nairobi Skills Centre, January 23, 2019, 11th Fl. UoN Towers, 410. The Multi-Sectorial National Anti-Corruption Conference, January 24, 2019, Bomas of Kenya. 411. University of Nairobi Pension Scheme 2017 Trustees Retreat, February 13, 2019-February 16, 2019, Mt. Kenya Safari Club, Nanyuki. 412. Public Lecture by Dr. Sung-Chil Shin for Korea, KAIST Project, February 13, 2019, Taifa Hall. 413. Consultative Forum on the status of University Education in Kenya jointly with National Assembly, February 22, 2019, Windsor Hotel. 414. African Symposium on Sustainability Science 2019 by WMI, March 4, 2019, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS).
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415. Vice Chancellor’s Address to 1st year students for CHSS, February 8, 2019 Great Court. 416. Launch of University of Nairobi Strategic Plan 2018 – 2023, March 13, 2019, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 417. Public Lecture by H.E. M. Emmanuel Macron, French President, March 14, 2019, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 418. Public Lecture by Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, UNTACT Secretary General, March 21, 2019 Auditorium, UoN Towers. 419. AAU Workshop for Quality Assurance Practitioners, March 22, 2019, UoN Tower. 420. Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, March 22, 2019, Auditorium, UoN Towers. 421. Capacity Building programme for Corruption Prevention Committees for Colleges/SWA/ ODEL, April 1, 2019- April 11, 2019. 422. Sensitization Training on Security for Senior Management, April 25, 2019 CCU. 423. ARUA/CARTA joint Conference, April 23, 2019 – April 26, 2019, Kigali – Rwanda. 424. Sensitization on Service Delivery Charter to Examination Officers, University of Nairobi, May 3, 2019, 11th Floor.
16.1 Professional Reports for the Kenya Veterinary Board
As the chairman of Kenya Veterinary Association and member of the Kenya Veterinary Board appointed by the Private Practitioners Inspectorate Committee, I provided leadership for two (2) years in the inspection of private veterinary practices in the country. I was the principal editor of the following three (3) reports, which have been used to streamline and enhance professional standards in veterinary private practice.
1. Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme Inspectorate report. Mbithi, P.M.F. and H.K. Wamukuru (Editors). Kabete – Kenya, March 1997.
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2. Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme Inspectorate report. Mbithi, P.M.F. and H.K. Wamukuru (Editors). Kabete – Kenya, May 1997. 3. Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme Inspectorate report. Mbithi,
I therefore have an outstanding proven track record of research and publications in peer reviewed Journals, monographs and books.
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17.0 AWARDS AND HONOURS
I am a holder of the following awards and honours.
1. Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (EBS) – Award of Orders, Decorations and Medals, Jamhuri Day, 12th December 2008
Awarded by His Excellency the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kenya in recognition of outstanding/distinguished services rendered to the nation in various capacities and responsibilities.
2. Certificate of Excellence in Service
Awarded by the University of Nairobi in recognition of leading the University to attain top rating in the performance contracting programme for the period 2005-2010.
3. Certificate of Excellence in Service
Awarded by University of Nairobi in Special Recognition as Co-coordinator in Strategic Planning Performance Contracting and Quality Management System at the UON, 2005 – 2014.
4. Certificate of Service
Awarded by Machakos Technical Training Institute for exemplary service as Chairman of the Institutes’ Board of Governors from 2007-2012.
During this period I successfully prepared the institute for University College status and brought it to the top of all other institutions of its kind in the Government of Kenya performance contracting results.
5. Special Recognition - 1986.
By Prof. Paul Greenough, of the University of Saskatchewan, Canada for sharing Global experiences and monitoring University of Saskatchewan students interested in international service.
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6. Special Recognition – 2006
By Dr. Manu Chandaria on well-presented and balanced 2006-2007 budget and printed 2004-2005 accounts for the first time in the University of Nairobi.
7. Certificate of Service – 2001
By the Kenya Veterinary Association in recognition of Excellence in Service to the Association.
8. Diploma - 2009
Awarded by Governors of the American Biographical Institute (ABI) declaring that I am recognized as one of the greatest minds of the twenty first century for remarkable achievements in the field of Veterinary Surgery.
9. Proclaimed
By the Governing Board of Editors of ABI as a great mind of the 21st Century due to significant accomplishments within, and mastery of Veterinary Surgery as documented in 2007/2008 Edition of the GREAT MINDS of THE 21ST CENTURY.
10. Order of International Professional Merit (IOM), American Biographical Institute (ABI), U.S.A 2008.
For outstanding accomplishment and professional excellence.
11. Ambassador for Peace
Recognized as an Ambassador for Peace by the Inter-Religious and International Federation for World Peace and the International Peace Council.
12. Government Scholarship for undergraduate studies at University of Nairobi, 1978.
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13. German Academic Exchange Programme (DAAD) Scholarship for MSc. Studies at University of Nairobi, 1984.
14. Kenya-Canada General Training Fund Scholarship for MVSc Programme and Surgical Residency at University of Saskatchewan in Canada, 1985.
15. DAAD in-Country Fellowship for PhD Studies at the University of Nairobi, 1993.
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18.0 EXPERIENCE IN NETWORKING, FUND RAISING AND RESOURCE MOBILIZATION TO ASSIST IN MEETING UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVES AND FUNCTIONS
18.1 With the support of colleagues, I have mobilized/raised, brought in funds/resources in networking as listed below:
1. Donation of a new state of the art x-ray machine to the Department of Clinical Studies; Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi by the German Academic Exchange Programme in 2000 (DAAD): - KES 20 Million
2. Donation of a transmission electron microscope to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi by the Swiss Government and the University of Bern: - KES 100 Million
3. Donation of drugs and surgical equipment for herd health and clinical use to the Department of Clinical Studies, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi by the following local companies: Bayer East Africa, Lesukut, Mimea Mifugo, Cooper Kenya among others between 1995 – 2004: - KES 10 Million
4. Donation of specialized text books and research journals to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine from my friends in the US in 2008: - KES 20 Million
5. Donation of surgical and clinical equipment to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine from my friends in the USA in 2008: - KES 30 Million
6. University of Nairobi – Department of Clinical Studies internship memorandum of understanding, 2012.
7. Income generation through self sponsored artificial insemination (AI) programme.
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8. University of Nairobi Center for Tropical Veterinary Medicine (UON – CTVM) British Council H.E link programme for staff exchange, research proposal writing and curriculum review 1989 – 2000
- KES 10 Million
9. Funding from the Government of Kenya and the Africa Development Bank (ADB) to build the first phase of the Wangari Maathai Institute (WMI) at the Upper Kabete Campus: - KES 650 Million
10. Research funding through KARI, DFID, FAO, DANIDA for staff exchange. 11. Funding for PhD research – Dr. Anne Lewa, TWAS and DAAD. 12. Income generating activities in the Department of Clinical Studies (1995 – 2004). 13. Income from Animal Industry Consultancy Unit, 1995 – 2000. 14. Financial support to Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Biennial conference from various local companies: - KES 10 Million
15. Scholarship Research Funds arrangements for staff development from DAAD and TWAS
Prof. Peter M.F. Mbithi
Dr. J.D. Mande
Dr. H. Mutembei - KES 15 Million
Dr. E. N. Njoroge
Dr. J.M. Nguhiu
Dr. A Lewa
16. University of Nairobi/Colorado State University (UON/CSU) International Strategic memorandum of understanding syndicate projects.
- KES 80 Million
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17. Compulsory Acquisition of Plot No. 209/346/40 NRB: Successful Negotiations of KES 611,402,469.25
• Following the Compulsory Acquisition of Plot No. 209/346/40, due to expansion of Thika Super Highway in 2009-2011, as the Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration and Finance I led a team of experts from the University to negotiate with the Commissioner of Lands and the Ministry of Roads for the compensation of KES 611,402,469.15.
• In the absence of these negotiations this land could have been repossessed free or the University awarded unfavourable compensation.
• These funds have been invested in fixed deposit accounts and treasury bills and have yielded an interest of KES 246,874,450.05.
• KES 24,025,721 has since been redeemed from investments and used to pay expenses related to University of Nairobi Towers leaving an outstanding balance of KES 534,251,167.80 in investments.
18. Negotiated for discounts on litigation charges for University of Nairobi Towers. I led a team of University staff in --- amounting to KES 101 million and NSSF penalties amounting to KES 156 million. The total negotiated amount was KES 257 million. 19. 2018: University of Nairobi, Beijing Jiaotong University and Kenya Railways Corporation signed an MoU worth US$ 30 million through China Aid Grant during the China Africa Forum held in Beijing on 3-4 Sep 2018 for development of Kenya Railway college to train skilled manpower for SGR in the level of technicians, engineers, managers and researchers. Currently over 120 students are being trained in Jiaotong University in Beijing. 20. In 2018: UoN signed an MoU with Guangzhou Cherami China Africa Investment Management CO. Ltd. to establish a Cancer Research Institute in Nairobi. When established, it will be a hub for cancer teaching,
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diagnosis and treatment centre in Sub Saharan Africa. The proposed centre will work in conjunction with National Cancer Institute (NCI) to develop a comprehensive National Cancer Registry. 21. In 2018: It has been desire of the University of Nairobi to have its own Teaching & Research Hospital outside Kenyatta National Hospital. In 2018, the University entered into an MoU with Cherami Group of China to develop a Teaching Hospital by establishing a Cancer Diagnostic & Treatment Centre and related facilities at the Dental School. 22. 2016: Sourced for support for UoN Nairobi Innovation Week (NIW)- President Support of KShs. 100m to NIW per year 23. 2016: Enhanced engagement with the larger community through initiatives such as the Stars for Africa, Mahatma Gandhi, Eminent personalities and Safaricom Blaze. This engagement has helped increase the amount of annual donor contributions 24. 2016: Established fundraising for appropriate endowment funds including Stars for Africa Endowment Fund for bright and needy students, University of Nairobi Foundation, Software for Fundraising, Networking and Collaboration and King Baudouin Foundation of USA Diaspora Account. 25. 2016: Sourced for ICCR Endowment Chair (fully funded by Government of India)
Therefore in collaboration with my colleagues, I have directly raised/mobilized funds and other resources to the tune of KES 7.3billion.
18.2 International Collaboration Networks and Links
I have been involved in negotiating and signing of over seven hundred (700) collaboration arrangements for international and local links and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU’s) for University of Nairobi.
A few selected ones are listed below:-
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1. MoU between the University of Nairobi (UON) – Kenya and Western Kentucky University (WKU) – USA in 2005
• Establishment of a Biotechnology Research Centre at the University, Department of Animal Physiology, whose primary mandate will be wildlife molecular forensics and conservation genetics. • Develop a sister relationship between Ngong University Field Station and the Upper Green River Biological Preserve within the management framework of either side • Academic and technical staff exchange between the two institutions for technology and academic exchange • Appropriate access to field and laboratory space • Exchange students to enrol in programmes of the two institutions. Transfer of credit to be accorded as mutually agreed by the two parties.
2. Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Nairobi, MEA Ltd and the British Council of Kenya.
• Associate exposed to the production process and the first batch of inoculants produced for purchase by MEA. • Estimated production cost at company laboratory • Contract for supply of equipment awarded and order placed • Report on current farming practices and market potential • Associate certified by university to produce inoculants for commercial purposes • New laboratory fully installed • Training completed and technicians certified by university • Market survey report • Inoculants performance report covering yields, etc
3. Memorandum of understanding between the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) and University of Nairobi in 2006 - Set up a separate account of funds provided by AERC.
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• Follow AERC reporting procedures when accounting for AERC funds as stipulated in the Grant Offer Letter, which shall be incorporated as part of this memorandum of understanding. • Administer the scholarship of AERC funded students according to the terms of reference of the assignment as set out in the contract, which will become part of the present memorandum of understanding • Designate a qualified finance officer to manage and account for the funds of AERC as and when required • Appoint a qualified person who would take overall responsibility for the welfare of CMAAE programme participants • Remunerate the aforesaid personnel from the operating grant
4. Agreement for performance of work between the World Health Organization and University of Nairobi in 2008.
• Financial support of USD 6,000.00 5. Memorandum of understanding between Amoud University (Somaliland) and University of Nairobi in 2009 • Joint teaching arrangements for postgraduate programmes, capacity building and training • Joint supervision of postgraduate projects • Student and faculty exchange • Joint application for funding including donor funds, research grants, contribution subscripts • Participation in joint academic seminars and meetings including participation with other collaborators • Any other collaborative efforts as may be determined from time to time.
6. Memorandum of understanding between Paris-Lodron University (University of Salzburg) – Europe and University of Nairobi in 2009.
• To promote cooperation and networking in education • Information and research in the following major areas: - a) Geography,
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b) Landscape, c) Ecology d) Protected areas management e) Forest and Water Conservation Management and Development f) Ecotourism g) Rural and Urban Livelihoods, h) Mountain Ecosystems, i) Drylands Management and Development j) Watershed Management and Development and k) Overall sustainable Development
7. Agreement for the implementation of collaborative project in the framework of the North South Cooperation between the Vrije Universiteit Brussels, the University of Nairobi, Kenya and the University of the Western Cape, South Africa in 2009.
• To take all necessary steps prior to the start of the NSSCP project to ensure its smooth implementation • To take all necessary organizational measures in order to a) Establish and ensure the participation of other Flemish Universities in implementation of the NSSCP project; when applicable. b) To take charge of purchase and transportation of operational goods up to the port of entry in Kenya or South Africa.
8. Agreement of Cultural and Scientific Co-operation between the Foreigners Perugia and the University of Nairobi in 2009.
• To promote the faculty and researchers exchanges with the purpose of organizing workshops, lectures, meetings, conferences and developing common researches • To facilitate exchanges and co-operation between the staff of both universities • To spread information and documentation concerning all the fields of common interests
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• To exchange students in order to participate in education programmes of each University and carry out research for degree thesis • To exchange graduate students for study abroad programmes and research • To organize Italian language and culture courses to be held in Perugia for University of Nairobi students, with specialization courses for teaching the Italian language and culture addressed to teachers with training programmes agreed and acknowledged.
9. Agreement between University of Nairobi and Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, on a training programme on Research and Development of Medicinal plants in both universities. • To Select the Kenyan participants and forward their names and contacts to TUTCM for consideration • Provide lecture room, laboratory space and available equipments and common solvents • Handle procurement of the necessary items on behalf of TCTCM • Handle any other issue that may be mutually agreed upon by the two parties.
10. The Sub-grant signed on February 2nd 2009 between the International Rescue Committee and the University of Nairobi in 2009. • Financial support of USD 155,825.00
11. Memorandum of understanding between University of Bebre Berhan and University of Nairobi in 2009 • Joint teaching arrangements for postgraduate programmes • Joint supervision of postgraduate projects • Student and faculty exchange • Joint application for funding including donor funds, research grants, contributions subscriptions • Participation in joint academic seminars and meetings including participation with other collaborators.
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• Any other collaborative efforts as may be determined from time to time.
12. Sub-contract between University of Nairobi and Family Health International in 2009. • Financial support of USD 61,640
13. Memorandum of understanding between Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and University of Nairobi in 2010.
• Joint research • Joint Publication of research findings, student and faculty exchange • Participation in joint academic seminars and meetings including participation with other collaborators • Any other collaborative efforts as may be determined from time to time.
14. Sub-contract between University of Washington and University of Nairobi in 2010.
Financial support USD 491 459 9US dollars)
15. Memorandum of understanding between the University of Nairobi and Umutara Polytechnic in 2011.
• To share knowledge and skills • Staff capacity building • To develop exchange and professional development programmes for students, staff and faculty • Exchange of students including credit transfer mechanisms • Joint curriculum development and reviews • To develop collaborative research and educational programmes • Joint outreach and consultancy services • Sharing new technologies and new methods of research management • To see funding opportunities for joint activities which provide mutual assistance in the areas of education and research
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• To undertake any other academic activities/issues of common interest as may be agreed by both parties
16. Memorandum of understanding between Stellenbosch University – South Africa and University of Nairobi–Kenya in 2011.
• Exchange of undergraduate and postgraduate students • Exchange of staff sabbaticals • Joint research projects • Mutual assistance in the establishment of new programmes • Exchange of information and publications • Organization of conference and workshops • Access to scientific and analytical facilities
17. Memorandum of understanding between the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois (UIUC), through its National Science Foundation Center of Advanced Materials for the Purification of Water Systems (WATERCAMPWS) – USA and the University of Nairobi – Kenya in 2011
• Exchange of faculty members in the field of mutual interest and on terms to be agreed • Exchange of students both undergraduate and postgraduate • Joint organization and participation in scientific meetings such as seminars, conferences, symposia and colloquia • Capacity building through exchange programmes and short courses • Conduct joint research activities within the fields of study to be mutually agreed and subject to availability of funds • Collaboration in joint research publications • Joint proposals for solicitation of funding • Use of each other’s facilities subject to adequate prior notice, convenience and availability and • Exchange of information and documentation both written and electronic.
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18. Memorandum of understanding between University of Nairobi and Hankuk University of Foreign Studies – Korea in 2011.
• Conduct joint research activities within the fields of study to be mutually agreed and subject to availability of funds • Exchange of scholars on terms and duration to be agreed • Exchange of students both undergraduate and postgraduate • Participation in conferences, symposia and seminars • Joint Publications • Exchange of information and documentation both written and electronic • Use of each others’ facilities subject to adequate prior notice, convenience and availability • Exchange of faculty members in the field of mutual interest and on terms to be agreed • Collaboration in joint research and publications • Capacity building through exchange programmes and short courses • Exchange of academic data and information and • Joint organization of scientific meetings such as seminars, conferences and colloquia
19. Memorandum of understanding between University of Shanghai for Science and Technology and University of Nairobi in 2012.
• Exchange of faculty members • Exchange of students • Joint research projects • Joint conferences • Joint cultural programmes
20. International Memorandum of Understanding (IOUM) – Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado – USA and University of Nairobi – Kenya in 2012.
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• To encourage voluntary interaction and cooperation and to promote friendship between the two parties for their mutual benefit • Recognize the value of cooperative educational experiences that integrate theory and practice and promote the global perspective and internationalization of our respective organizations • Anticipate close relationship in order to share the benefits of their respective institutional accomplishments, to discuss their different educational support frameworks, and to develop future areas of cooperation • To encourage faculty and students to pursue collaborative research that is jointly beneficial to their professional development and will lead to increased understanding between the parties and their respective countries. • Encourage and welcome the exchange of short-term visiting scholars.
21. Memorandum of understanding between Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Mulana, Ambala (India) and University of Nairobi in 2014.
• Joint teaching arrangements for postgraduate programmes • Joint supervision of postgraduate projects • Student and faculty ,exchange • Joint application for funding including donor funds, research grants, contributions and subscriptions • Participation in joint academic seminars and meetings including participation with other collaborators
22. Memorandum of understanding between the University of Nairobi and Kenya Herbal Research Integration Association (KHERIA) in 2014.
• Research • Training • Analysis • Conservation, cultivation and sustainable harvesting • Product development and Commercialization
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• Joint application for funding including donor funds, research grants, contributions and subscriptions • Participation in joint seminars and meetings including participations with other collaborators • Documentation and dissemination of information • Any other collaborative efforts as may be determined from time to time
23. World Society of Protection of Animals.
• This linkage was initiated in 1999 and is active up to 2016. The project has attracted funds to the Faculty of over KES 120 million. The linkage and collaboration have led to 10 year projects:- • Animal Welfare within the faculty (funding of over KES 50M), which has since been embedded into the curriculum. The project is also actively generating postgraduate students (5Msc and 3 PhD students) • Animal disaster Management and mitigation - this project is currently running up to 2016 (funding to date over KES 5M). The project has since been involved in National animal Disaster Management activities and is involved in training of both undergraduates and postgraduates ((5Msc and 3 PhD students) • Veterinary Emergency Response Unit (over KES 20M) – this is a unit peculiar only to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, UoN, which serves to be standby for national and international response. This unit has trained trainers, who train in need (of which I am a member: published three (3) papers to date).
24. One Health Central and Eastern Africa (OHCEA)
This linkage was initiated in 2009 and is active up 2019. The project has attracted funds to the faculty of over KES 250 M. The linkage and collaboration have led to 10 year projects of: -
• One health initiative in the region, which has its offices within the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi. The project is actively involved in training undergraduates, postgraduates, postdoctoral and in-
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service leadership trainings. Over 30 publications have already been developed though this initiative, particularly presented during the 1st OHCEA Conference held in Addis Ababa in 2013.
25. Ahiti Ndomba – Ministry of Livestock Development
• This linkage was initiated in 2009 and in on-going. The linkage has diploma courses in Animal health mutually developed and implemented between UON and AHITI Ndomba. This linkage is a major income earner to the faculty through fees. Two of the staff members of AHITI Ndomba are currently on PhD programmes within FVM, UON.
26. South and West Africa countries Veterinary Linkages.
• This linkage is currently having over 40 veterinary students enrolled into the faculty as module II students and has been going for over 5 years now. There is now a lot of staff development through exchange programmes between South Africa, Ghana, Zambia and Namibia. It is good to note currently over 5 PhD students and several MSc students are enrolled within this linkage.
27. European countries and established linkages
• Good networks and linkages with European Universities in Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Switzerland and turkey continue to support the Faculty in terms of infrastructure and human resource building. Since my tenure as Chair and Dean, this has been harnessed and over 10 faculty staff members have attained PhD through this linkage. Institutions such as Giessen University, Bern University and University of Zurich have shown renewed commitment to train our staff. DAAD continues to play a vital role in this linkage.
28. Biennial Scientific conference and its Linkages
• As the pioneer scientist for this conference in 2006, I report that it has been a great success and is currently a world class platform for the
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veterinary stakeholders to not only share scientific findings but also be involved in nation building through farmer problem solutions.
I therefore have an outstanding and demonstrable experience in networking, fund raising and resource mobilization.
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19.0 MEMBERSHIP TO PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND SERVICE BOARDS
19.1 Local Associations/Boards
a) Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) • Member • Former Honorable Secretary • Former Assistant Secretary • Former member of continuing education and scientific subcommittees. • Former member of clinical subcommittees. • Committee member • Former member welfare and continuing education sub-committees • Co-opted member to Executive Committee, 1995 – 1996.
b) Kenya Veterinary Board/Kenya Veterinary Association Privatization Scheme. (KVB/KVAPS) • Registered veterinary Surgeon • Team leader, private practice inspectorate. • Consultant c) Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) • Full Member d) Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) Veterinary Technical Committee • Member
19.2 International Associations/Societies
a) Canadian Veterinary Medical association (CVMA) • Member b) Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association (SVMA) • Member c) Society of Research Administrators International (SRA International) • Member
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19.3 Membership to Community Service Boards/Councils
a) Misyani Girls’ Secondary School • Board Member b) Catholic Centre, Kabete. St. Raphael Church Council • Former Chairman c) University of Nairobi Pension Scheme 2007 • Chairman Board of Trustees • Member board of Trustees • Member Investment Committee
d) University of Nairobi Council • Member 2005 – 2012 • In attendance 2012 to date. e) Inter-Public Universities Councils Consultative Forum (IPUCCF) • Chairman of Negotiating Committee 2006 to present.
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20.0 INTEGRITY STATEMENT AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER SIX OF THE CONSTITUTION OF KENYA
Honesty and integrity are integral components of leadership. As a practice and lifestyle, I have displayed honesty, integrity and high ethical standards at all times and I am committed to the national values enumerated in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 Article 10.
To support and enrich my understanding skill and expertise, I have attended the following programmes:-
1. 3rd Pan African Ethics Conference: Transforming Africa through value based leadership, 29th September 2010 – 1st October 2010: Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.
2. Board Chairmen, Chief Executives, Directors and Board Secretaries programme organized by the Management School, London and BEEC International in conjunction with the Ministry of State for Public Service, Government of Kenya, 11th – 17th December 2010, Arabian Court, Dubai.
3. Integrity Training for integrity Assurance Officers at the University of Nairobi conducted by the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission, 21st – 24th February 2011, Central Catering Unit (CCU), University of Nairobi.
4. University of Nairobi Management Board Subcommittee Retreat on alignment of the University Policies to New Constitution and Terms of Service, January 11 – 14th 2012, Maanzoni Lodge, Machakos.
5. Professional continuing Legal Development Training on “Promoting Rule of Law, Integrity and Anti-Corruption Strategies” conducted by the Council of Legal Education, Kenya School of Law , 5th – 7th November 2010 at Merica Hotel, Nakuru – Kenya.
6. Training on Good Corporate Governance organized by The Anti- Corruption Police Unit held on 5th to 6th May 2003 at the Garden Hotel, Machakos.
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7. Chairman of the Organizing Committee and Results Leader for the 100 days Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) Programme entitled “ The Role of the University of Nairobi in the Implantation of Kenya and the Public Service Integrity Programme; conducted from August 12, 2013 to November 29, 2013”.
The RRI was very successful and the following main objective was met within the 100 days:-
• To sensitize staff, students and alumni on the constitution and the role of the University in its implementation. • To achieve the objective the following activities were conducted:- - Publicity of activities such as the official launch, public lectures, management sensitization and training of integrity champions. - College-based sensitization, corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, colloquia and symposia, reporting and monitoring and evaluation. - Closing ceremony held in November 29, 2013.
Above all the programme sensitized all staff, students, the public and stakeholders on matters of National Values, the Bill of Rights and Integrity.
A book entitled:-
“University of Nairobi and the Constitution of Kenya 2010: A Sensitization Process”
Was published with the running theme:-
“A 100 day journey that opened vast and lasting opportunities for growth and prosperity of the University”
I have fully complied with the requirement for public officers to declare wealth, sign their code of conduct and fill and submit self declaration forms to the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC).
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I also attend the following committees at the University of Nairobi. I have been occasionally appointed temporary Chair of these committees on many occasions:-
• Central Corruption Prevention Committee (CCPC) • Central Unit Corruption Prevention Committee (CUCPC)
I therefore have met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity. I have endorsements to this effect by the relevant regulatory and ethics institutions as follows:
1. Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) 2. Clearance certificate from Criminal Investigation Department (CID) 3. Clearance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) 4. Clearance certificate from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) 5. Clearance certificate from Higher Education Loan Board (HELB) 6. Clearance certificate from Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) 7. Clearance certificate from the Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA)
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21.0 CORE COMPENTENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION OF VICE CHANCELLOR
In conclusion, I humbly submit that I possess the following core competencies:
• I have the ability and I endeavour to portray and uphold positive national image and work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity, • I am a flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring the ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent tasks/projects. • I am a visionary and result oriented thinker, • I have excellent organizational and communication skills, • I am a proven relationship-builder with unsurpassed interpersonal skills. • I possess the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines, • I am an exceptional listener and communicator who effectively convey information verbally and in writing. • My leadership style is firm, fair and transparent.
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22.0 REFEREES
1. Prof. Japheth C. Kiptoon Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi P.O. Box 29053, Nairobi, Kenya
2. Prof. Geoffrey M. O. Maloiy P.O. Box 34206-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
3. Prof. Crispus M. Kiamba P.O. Box 47970-00100, Nairobi Email:[email protected]
4. Prof. Florida Karani P.O. Box 101766-00101 Nairobi, Kenya
5. Prof. George A. O. Magoha P. O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
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