Academic Staff Profile Personal Profile Personal Details

Academic Staff Profile

Personal Profile

Personal Details Name: Dr Thomas N. Kibutu Title/Qualification: PhD Department: Geography

Designation/Position: Email: [email protected]. ke Contact Address: C/F Department of Geography, Kenyatta University, P. O. Box 43844 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya Area of Specialization: - Settlement Geography - Population Geography -Environmental Issues Research Interests: -Human settlements -Environment -Gender -population Google Scholar: ORCID ID:

Academic & Professional Qualifications -PhD, Geography, University of Leicester, UK (2007) - Master of Arts (MA) in Geography, Kenyatta University (1996). -Bachelor of Education (Bed), (Geography and Business Studies) Kenyatta University (1990) - Certificate in Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit, African Nazarene University (2009) -Lead Expert Certificate, Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit (National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) -2009.

Employment History -22nd May 2014 - present: Senior Lecturer, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -1st April 2012 – 21st may 2014: Senior Lecturer, Department of Humanities, Mount Kenya University. -June 1999 - 2012 – Lecturer, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences The Catholic University of Eastern Africa,. -December 1996 May 1999 – Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, Faculty of Arts and Social Science, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa. - September 2004 – August 2005 - Part-Time Lecturer in Department of Business and Applied Social Sciences, De Montfort University at Bedford, U.K:. -2002-2004- Demonstrator, Department of Geography, University of Leicester, U.K. - January 2008- Dec. 2008 - Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota/USA (Nairobi Campus – Tangaza College A Constituent College of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa) : Part-Time Lecturer. -Marist International College (Nairobi, Kenya, A Constituent College of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa) Part-Time Lecturer, 1998-2002; August 2007 – 2008 - November 1995 to November 1996: Teacher and Acting Deputy Head Teacher, Ngenda Secondary School, Kiambu District, Kenya. -Teacher and Subject Head Business Education Department, Lanet Secondary School, 1st February 1991 – July 199, Nakuru District, Kenya.

Achievements -Management Skills Award, Institute of Leadership and Management, U.K (2006) -

Publications

Referred Journals - Mwenda, A. N, Arnold K. Bregt, Arend Ligtenberg and KibutuT.N, (2012): ‘Trends in consultation and public participation within Environmental Impact Assessment in Kenya’, Impact Assessment and Project Appraisal Vol. 30, No. 2, June 2012, 130– 135. -Mwenda A. N and Kibutu T. N (2012) ‘Implications of the New Constitution on Environmental Management in Kenya’, 8/1 Law, Environment and Development Journal, available at http://www.lead-journal.org/content/12076.pdf -Kibutu T.N. and Mwenda A. N. (2010) "Provision for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Kenya’s legislation: A review of the Environmental Management & Coordination Act (EMCA) & the Environmental (Impact Assessment & Audit) Regulations (EIAAR)" East African Journal Of Humanities And Sciences, Vol. 10 No. 2. -Kibutu T.N. (2007) Land ‘reforms’ as Development Input in Kenya’s Maasailand: Some Issues from Postcolonial Theoretical Perspectives, East African Journal Of Humanities And Sciences, Vol 7 No. 1. -Kibutu T. N. (2007) A Critical appraisal of Postcolonial Theory and its relevance to the discourses and Practices of Development in the Africa Context, CHEMICHEMI, International Journal Of Humanities and Social Sciences Volume 4, Number 2.

Books and Books Chapters - -

Conference/Workshops/Seminar Papers

Conference Papers -7th to 8th March 2012: Attended a Stakeholders retreat to review and Validate the Draft National on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Policy, Multimedia University College, Nairobi, Hosted by the National Environmental Management authority and the Ministry of Environment and Mineral Resources. . - August 2011: Spatial Information in Environmental Impact Assessments: Experiences in Kenya by Angela Mwenda, Arnold Bregt, Arend Ligtenberg and Thomas njuguna Kibutu. -24th-27th November, 2010: Participated in the MenEngage Africa Training/Leadership Initiative Meeting and Regional Consultation organized by Africa MenEngage Alliance (Continental) in conjunction with Sonke Gender Justice (South Africa) Network and MenEngage Kenya Network (MenKen), held at the Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.

-27th June to 1st July 2010: Participated in conference entitled, “A forum on Education, Capacity Building, and Climate Change: A Strategy for Collective Action in Africa”, hosted by The International START Secretariat, with the support of the Open Society Institute (OSI), at the White Sands Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

-2nd May to 8th May 2010: Participated in Training course CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR CLIMATE CHANGE IN AFRICAN UNIVERSITIES, Sponsored by the SOLOS Foundation and carried out by International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) in conjunction with the International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD), held at Methodist Guest House, Nairobi, Kenya.

-27th to 28th May 2010: Participated in a Workshop on Sexual Harassment Policy Development for Catholic University of Eastern Africa at Kolping, Karen – Nairobi.

-7th September to 9th September 2010: Attended the ‘Implementers Training for ISO 9001: 2008 Standard for Middle Level Management’, conducted at the Kolping Organization of Kenya, Nairobi, for the Catholic University of Eastern Africa,.

-5th – 9th April 2005, Participated in the Association of American Geographers (AAG) Annual Conference, Denver, Colorado, USA.

-5th March 2005 – Participated in the Conference ‘Gender, Resource Rights and Development in Africa,’ Centre of African Studies, University of Cambridge, UK.

-13th – 15th September, 2004 – Participated in the Biennial Conference of the African Studies Association UK (ASAUK) entitled, ‘Debating Africa? At Goldsmith College, University of London, UK.

Workshops Papers - -

Seminar Papers - -

Student Co-authored Publications -Khaemba P. F, Muiruri P. and Kibutu T. (2021) An Investigation of Coping Strategies adopted by Small-Scale Sugercane Growers in Bungoma County, Kenya, East African Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 3(1), 89-102 -Wamalwa, P A, Kibutu T. and Musau, J (2020) Factors Influencing The Performance of Jua Kali Metallic Artisans Businesses at Kamukunji Enterprise Cluster in Nairobi County, Kenya Global Scientific Journal (GSJ) Vol.8,Issue 10,October 2020 -Laura. A, Mulaha R. K, Kibutu T. (2020) ‘The nexus between community participation in conservation and Land cover change in Kakamega Forest, Kenya’, IJRDO – Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research, 5(9). 01-18 -Ochengo, J, Muiruri P, Kibutu, T (2018) ‘Park User’s Characteristics the Influence Satisfaction in the Use of Urban Parks in Kisumu County’, Kenya, Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies, 5 (11); 136-141

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Research - Principle Investigator for an inter-faculty research project entitled: “The Effects of The Introduction of Khat on Boy’s Education and Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS in Mbeere District, Kenya”. Financed by the Research Department, Catholic University of Eastern Africa. -Sept. 2002 – 2005 – PhD Research entitled: “Development, Gender and the Crisis of Masculinity among the Maasai People of Ngong -Kenya’ at The University of Leicester, UK. -June 2001 – May 2002 – Principle Researcher for a Research entitled: “Poverty Manifestations and Coping Strategies in Kajiado District Kenya,” funded by the Research Department of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa. -1994-1995 MA Thesis research entitled: “Factors Influencing Housing Conditions in Muran’ga District, Kenya” at Kenyatta University. -1995: Research Assistant on “Working Women and Leisure in Nairobi”, Sponsored by the Organization of Social Science Research in Eastern Africa (OSSREA). -1995: Research Assistant on: “Diminishing Public spaces in Nairobi, Sponsored by DAAD.

Funded Projects - Kibutu T. N (lead) . And V. G Gaitho (2010) “Poverty Manifestations and Coping Strategies in Kajiado District Kenya,” Research Report, Research Department, Catholic University of Eastern Africa. - Principle Investigator for an inter-faculty research project entitled: “The Effects of The Introduction of Khat on Boy’s Education and Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS in Mbeere District, Kenya”. Financed by the Research Department, Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

Conferenced/Workshops/Seminars Attended

Conferences Attended -10th to 12th April 2019: Participated in the ‘Clean Energy Conference and Expo’ held the at the Safari Park hotel hosted by The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) in partnership with The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC). -10-13 Nov 2014, Attended the 2nd MenEngage Global Symposium 2014, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, Centre for Health and Social Justice, 7th to 8th March 2012: Attended a Stakeholders retreat to review and Validate the Draft National on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Policy, Multimedia University College, Nairobi, Hosted by the National Environmental Management authority and the Ministry of Environment and Mineral Resources. .

-24th-27th November, 2010: Participated in the MenEngage Africa Training/Leadership Initiative Meeting and Regional Consultation organized by Africa MenEngage Alliance (Continental) in conjunction with Sonke Gender Justice (South Africa) Network and MenEngage Kenya Network (MenKen), held at the Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.

-5th – 9th April 2005, Participated in the Association of American Geographers (AAG) Annual Conference, Denver, Colorado, USA.

-5th March 2005 – Participated in the Conference ‘Gender, Resource Rights and Development in Africa,’ Centre of African Studies, University of Cambridge, UK.

-13th – 15th September, 2004 – Participated in the Biennial Conference of the African Studies Association UK (ASAUK) entitled, ‘Debating Africa? At Goldsmith College, University of London, UK.

Workshops Attended -6th August 2019: Attended a workshop on ‘Competency-Based Curriculum Sensitization’, at Kenyatta University.

-7th November 2019: Participated in the ‘Training of Trainers Workshop for Staff Mentors and Growing Leaders Facilitation’ at Kenyatta University.

-27th to 28th May 2010: Participated in a Workshop on Sexual Harassment Policy Development for Catholic University of Eastern Africa at Kolping, Karen – Nairobi.

-7th September to 9th September 2010: Attended the workshop, ‘Implementers Training for ISO 9001: 2008 Standard for Middle Level Management’, conducted at the Kolping Organization of Kenya, Nairobi, for the Catholic University of Eastern Africa,.

Seminars Attended -March 12th 2020- Attended on ‘Information and Research Licensing Portal’, Kenyatta University, Post Modern Library. - Jun 18, 2020 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Attended a Webinar entitled "WASTE MANAGEMENT DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC" hosted by the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP)

- 24th June, 2020: Attended a Webinar entitled "Beyond EPC 202: The First EAPs Webinar”.

-July 2020: Attended a Webinar entitled "Environment Reporting in Times of Crisis - Covid-19” hosted by The Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA)

- Supervision of Postgraduate Students

Masters - Margaret M. Njenga (REG. NO. C50/CE/20114/2012), MA Thesis entitled ‘Socio- Economic Challenges Facing Elderly Persons in Kiandutu Slum, Thika Town, Kiambu County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (graduated) -Ms Judith Ochengo, MA Thesis entitled, ‘Characteristics that Influence the utilization of Urban Parts in Kisumu County, Kenya’ (Kenyatta University) (graduated) -Ms Alice Mwakio Mwageka (REG NO. ) MA Thesis entitled, ‘DETERMINATION OF CAUSES OF HOME BASED DELIVERIES AMONG EXPECTANT WOMEN IN TAITA TAVETA COUNTY, KENYA’ (Kenyatta University) (graduated) - Karuraa Francis Ireri (REG. NO. MAGE/000314/06311) (2015) MA Thesis entitled, ‘An Assessment of the Impact of Khat Growing on Food Security in Makengi Location, Embu County, Kenya’. (Mount Kenya University) (graduated) -Hussein Sheikh Hassan (REG. NO. Mars/000301/1122/07496), (2015) MA Thesis entitled, ‘An Investigation of the effects of Khat consumption among Muslim youth in Rhamu Town, Mandela County, Kenya’. (Mount Kenya University) (graduated) . -Okelo Wycliffe Ayunga (REG. NO. MAGE/000314/1122/06833, (July 2016) MA Thesis entitled, ‘An Assessment of the role of resource-based Settlement patterns in Human Conflicts: A case of Marsabit Central, Marsabit County, Kenya. (Mount Kenya University) (graduated) -Karugu Rose Wanjiru (REG. NO. (MAGE/00314/1122/07550) 2015 MA Thesis entitled, ‘An Investigation of socio-economic barriers to family planning practices among rural women in Muranga County, Kenya.’ (Mount Kenya University) (graduated) -Tsofa Samuel Ngumbao (REG. NO. MAGE/00314/1122/06768 (2017) MA Thesis entitled, ‘An assessment of the effects of Environmental advocacy and community governance on conservation: A case study of Daktcha Woodland, Magarini, Kilifi County, Kenya’. (Mount Kenya University) (graduated) -Mr Dahir Mohamad Burale (REG. NO. C50/27638/2013) MA Thesis entitled, ‘‘Causes And Consequences Of Radicalization Of Youth Population In Garissa County, Kenya’ (Kenyatta University) (Waiting for graduation). - Mr Protus Khaemba Fwamba (REG. NO. C50/24889/2012) thesis entitled: ‘Dynamics of Sugarcane Production Among Small-Scale Farmers in Bungoma County, Kenya’, (Kenyatta University) (submitted).

- Mr Peter Kebati, MA Thesis entitled ‘An Assessment of Economic Loss and Mitigation Measures of Human-Wildlife Conflict around Lake Nakuru National Park, Nakuru County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). -Ms Ann Sore (REG. NO. C50/OL/KER/24512/14), MA Thesis entitled ‘Assessing access to Credit and the Growth of Motor Cycle Transport in Kakamega County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). -Ms Betty M. Masiolo (REG. NO. C50/CE/25064/14), MA Thesis entitled ‘Socio- Economic Determinants of Private Accommodation for Students in Masinde Muliro University, Kakamega Town, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). -Ms Dorine Muriungi, MA Thesis entitled ‘Adoption of Mobile Phone Agriculture Services by Small Scale Farmers in Nkune Ward- Meru County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). -Ms Indika Everlyne Sarah thesis entitled: ‘Crop Diversification among small scale sugarcane farmers in Kakamega County, Kenya’, (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). -Indumwa Jack, MA Thesis entitled ‘Devolution and its impact on Service Delivery in Bungoma County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Sarah Ngiye Kweya (REG. NO. C50/23682/12), MA Thesis entitled ‘Impact of Rural Roads on Tomato Waste in Bungoma County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Bunei K. Cleopas (REG. NO. C50/CE/23757/2013) MA Thesis entitled ‘Analysis of Socio-Economic Determinants of Youth Participation in Athletics Career in Nandi County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Makwa S. Emmah (REG. NO. C50/3452623682/2016), MA Thesis entitled ‘Role of Universities in Socio-economic Development of Rural Community: A Case Study of Kibabii University in Bungoma County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Eunice W. Maina (REG. NO. C50/CE/23751/13), MA Thesis entitled ‘Determinants of Agricultural Intensification in Lower Kandara Region, Muranga County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Mercy Dudi (REG. NO. C50/CE/12181/15), MA Thesis entitled ‘Assessment of Street Vendor Associations Among Women Street Vendors in Nairobi’s CBD, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Abdi Mohamend Ali (REG. NO. C50/CE/28335/2015), MA Thesis entitled ‘Effects of Insecurity on the Socio-Economic Development of Households in Mandera County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -Juvenalis Mucheni Mwanza (REG. NO. C50/29802/2014), MA Thesis entitled, ‘Effects of Slum Electrification on Households’ Economic and Social Growth in Kibera Slum Nairobi City County County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing). 1. Kakunde Tembo, MA Thesis entitled ‘Assessment of Farmers Access to E-Farming Technology in Agricultural Production in Kilifi County, Kenya. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. 2. Ms Janet M. Mose (REG. NO. C50/24476/12) MA Thesis entitled: ‘The Dynamics of Green Maize Harvesting in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (ongoing).. -

Ph. D -2010: Kibaara Tarsilas (REG. NO. Ph.D/ED/1010137 PhD entitled: ‘The Effects of School Fees on Equity Provision of Ecucation in Public Secondary Schools in Nairobi, Kenya’, (Catholic University of Eastern Africa) (graduated). -2015: Angela Nduta Mwenda Thesis entitled: ‘‘The Role of Spatial Information in Public Consultations within Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Kenya’. for Wageningen University, Netherlands(graduated). -Alex Nthiwa (REG. No. C82/2877/14 Thesis entitled: ‘An Analysis of the Spatial- Temporal Dimensions and Implications of Segregation and Socio-economic Polarization in Nairobi City County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (on-going). -James Wanyoike Wanjiru (REG. No. C82/39267/2017 Thesis entitled: ‘Relevance of Development Control Automation Land-use Along Kiambu Road to Githunguri Town Stretch, Kiambu County, Kenya’. (Kenyatta University) (on-going). Professional/ Consultancy (Editor/ Peer review in journals, Networks/ Collaborations, External Examiner, Patents) -2018 – present: External Examiner for the Department of Geography, Garissa University, Kenya. -2017: External Examiner for Mr John Mathenge Ngatia’s PhD Thesis Entitled: “Participatory Forest Management: A Case Study Of Equity Analysis In Plantation Establishment And Livelihood Improvement Scheme In Gathiuru And Hombe Forests Of Central Kenya”, (University Of Nairobi). -2020: Research Proposals Reviewer, College of Experts to support the Global Effort on COVID-19 (GECO) Health Research call, UK. -Current: Editorial Board Member in IRJIET journal. -2019: Article reviewer for Geography, Environment, Sustainability Journal (GES ) of Russian Geographical Society. -2007-2012: Member of the Editorial Board, East African Journal of Humanities and Sciences (ISSN 1681-0007). -2016: Baseline Survey On The Project “Ecosystem Management For Improving Community Climate Change Resilience”, Institute For Culture And Ecology (ICE) -2016: Environmental And Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) Igoji Hydropower Limited, Proponent, Virunga Power International PLC -2016: Endline Evaluation For The Wasichana Wote Wasome Project, Women Educational Researchers Of Kenya (WERK). -2016: Qualitative 4 Valuation Of Implementing Partners, The Wasichana Wote Wasome Project, Women Educational Researchers Of Kenya (WERK). -2014: Evaluation Of The Institute For Culture & Ecology And GEF/SGP Project In Meru & Tharaka Nithi Counties Entitled: Protection Of Kathita River Ecosystem And Establishment Of An Indigenous And Community Conserved Areas’ (ICCAS) Working Group In Mount Kenya East Region. -2016: INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT REPORT FOR Jacob’s Well Limited and Crystal Cool Pure Springs, UMOJA INTERNATIONAL CHURCH -2011: INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT REPORT FOR KABNGETUNY COFFEE FARMERS COOPERATIVE FACTORY PLOT NO 756/7 KIPCHORIAN, KIPKELION. -2018: MA THESIS EXAMINATION FOR ROSALIND W. NDUATI (REGISTRATION NUMBER: MAGE/2013/45584), entitled: ‘Assessment of the Contribution of Fish Farming on Poverty alleviation in Murang’a County, Kenya’, (Mount Kenya University). -2017, MA Examiner for an MA degree thesis for MR JOHN M. MBAI entitled: ‘Investigating the Influence of Rural Electrification on the Growth of Small and Medium sized Enterprises in Kitui County, Kenya’ (Mount Kenya University).

Community Service and Other Engagements - Assistant Secretary – VARSITY Dons Welfare, Kenyatta University --17th December 2019 - Appointed as a ‘Staff Mentor’(under Kenyatta University’s Directorate of Mentoring Programme) by Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Kenyatta University. -Member, KU90 Alumni Association (Launched on February 22nd 2020 at Kenyatta University’s KUCC)  Sept. 2004 – 2005 – Independent Parental Supporter – As a Volunteer with The Parent Partnership Scheme, Voluntary Action Leicester (VAL), Leicester City Council, UK.

 16th September 2004 – December 2004, - Volunteer, Ash Field School (Special School in Leicester) – helping out in lessons, secondary school section), UK.

 July 2004 – Volunteer, Summer Sports Coaching Scheme for people with Learning Difficulties, hosted by Leicestershire County Council at Brockington Community College, Enderby, UK.

 2004-2005 – Third Year PhD Student Representative, Staff-Postgraduate Committee, Geography Department, University of Leicester.

Affiliation of Professional Bodies - Registered in Kenya with National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) as a Lead Expert, EIA / EA (Reg. # 1994); -Member: Environment Institute of Kenya (a legally registered body under the Office of the Registrar of Societies (The Societies Act Cap 108) in accordance with The Societies Rules 1968. -Member: Population-Environment Research Network (PERN), a web-based resource of international scientific research into population-environment dynamics. - Steering Committee Member: MenEngage, Kenya Network (MenKen) a network of organizations dealing with boys and men to promote gender equality in Kenya (part of the global MenEngage, a network with the same objective, but operating at the global scale). -Member: Population-Environment Research Network (PERN), a web-based resource of international scientific research into population-environment dynamics. -Member: GenderCC - Women for Climate Justice (Based in Berlin, Germany).

National and International awards and Recognitions - June 2010: Awarded sponsorship by the Open Society Institute (OSI) to participated in conference entitled, “A forum on Education, Capacity Building, and Climate Change: A Strategy for Collective Action in Africa”, hosted by The International START Secretariat, at the White Sands Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. -April 2010: Awarded full sponsorship to attend an ICCCAD Training Course on Curriculum Development for Climate Change in African Universities; supported by Open Society Initiative, Soros Foundation, and International Centre for Climate Change and Development, 2nd to 8th May 2010 Methodist Guest House, in Nairobi, Kenya. -Awarded a Certificate of Attendance for, Implementers Training for ISO 9001: 2008 Standard for Middle Level Management, conducted at the Kolping Organization of Kenya, Nairobi for the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, 7th September to 9th September 2010.

-2009: Awarded a Certificate for ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems by The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) National Quality Institute (NQI).

-2009: Awarded a Lead Expert Certificate by the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA).

Administrative Positions Held

Recognized university administrative positions -22/07/2019 – todate, Chairman, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -18th to 22nd June 2018: Acting Chairman, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -25th to 26th November 2019: Standing-in for Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Kenyatta University -24th to 28th October 2016: Acting Chairman, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -18th to 22nd June 2018: Acting Chairman, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -29th April to 14th June 2019: Acting Chairman, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University -2014 – to- 2018- Coordinator of undergraduate studies, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University. -2015 – to-2019: Departmental postgraduate representative in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences for the Department of Geography. Kenyatta University. -1st July 2013 – 21st May 2014: Chairman of the Department of Humanities, Mount Kenya University -28th February 2013 to 8th March 2013: Acting Chairman of the Department of Humanities, Mount Kenya University --Head of Department of Geography, December 1996 - August 2002, Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

- January 2011- May 2011, Acting Head of the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

Other administrative positions Held -2014 – 2018: Academic Advisor, Undergraduate Student Affairs, Department of Geography, Kenyatta University. -March 2013 – 2016, Chair, Sub-Committee on Conferences and Publications, School of Social Sciences, Mount Kenya University. -February 2013 - present: Member, School Post-Graduate Committee, School of Social Sciences, Mount Kenya University. -January 2013 – April 2014: Member, School Committee on Research, Conferences and Publications, School of Social Sciences, Mount Kenya University. -May 2012 – 2013: Coordinator of Geography and Post-Graduate Studies in the Department of Humanities, Mount Kenya University. -May 2012 – July 2013- : Coordinator of Post-Graduate Studies in the Department of Humanities, Mount Kenya University.

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