Vice-Chancellor

PROF. LUCY W. IRUNGU

Vice Chancellor: Professor Lucy W. Irungu BSc (1st Class Hon), MSc, Ph.D. FRSTM&H, FKNAS, KIM. Prof. Lucy W Irungu graduated from the University of Nairobi with a BSc First class honors degree (Entomology). She holds an MSc in Entomology and Applied Parasitology and a Ph.D. in Entomology, both from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, University of Liverpool having been awarded Commonwealth Fund for Technical Cooperation and Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) scholarships respectively. Prof Irungu joined the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) in August 1978 as a graduate research scholar during which time she pursued her MSc and PhD studies at the Liverpool School l of Tropical Medicine, University of Liverpool. During this time, she carried out research on vectors of Leishmaniasis and Filariasis. Prof. Irungu joined the Dept of Zoology, the University of Nairobi as a lecturer in 1988. She served as Chairman of Department of Zoology from 1999 to 2004 and was appointed Principal for the College of Biological and Physical Sciences in 2004 a position she held until March 2011 when she was appointed the First Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Production and Extension, following a competitive process. Prof Irungu assumed the post of first Vice-Chancellor of Machakos University on 20th February 2018. In 2011, she was a member of the Higher Education Task Force and chaired the Science, Technology, and Innovation Committee which developed the Science Technology and Innovation Bill, later enacted as the STI Act 2013. She belongs to several professional organizations, has served as a member in several boards and is currently the Chairman of the Academic and Management Board KWSTI, Board member JRS Biodiversity Foundation (USA) and President of EARIMA(Eastern Africa Research and Innovation Management Association). Prof Irungu is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Tropical medicine and Hygiene and Fellow of the Kenya National Academy of Sciences and a member of the Kenya Institute of Management. Prof. Irungu is a vibrant researcher in vector biology and host-vector-parasite relationships with a specific interest in malaria vectors and parasites of neglected diseases. She has published extensively in refereed journals and has mentored and supervised several postgraduate research students. She continues engaged in research and supervision of postgraduate students to date, in addition to promoting innovation.

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SHADRACK MUVEA

Senior Administrative Assistant:

Profile

• Mr. Shadrack Muvea is a Senior Administrative Assistant in charge of Council Secretariat.
• He holds a Bachelor of Education (Arts) Kiswahili and History from Moi University. He is currently pursuing Master Degree in Strategic Management at South Eastern Kenya University.
• He has previously worked at South Eastern Kenya University, Kenyatta University and Teachers Service Commission serving in different capacities.
• He has attended many short courses such as Strategic Leadership and Change Management workshop at Kenya Institute of Administration, Administrators Course on Minute Taking and Report Writing at the Centre for Capacity Development, Kenyatta University and ISO 9001-2001 Quality Management System Awareness Seminar at Kenya Bureau of Standards.

MS. PENINAH NALIAKHO

Senior Administrative Assistant:

 

PROFILE

• Ms. Peninah Naliakho is a Senior Administrative Assistant serving in both the Council and University Management Board Secretariats.
• She holds a Masters of Business Administration-Finance.
• Has previously served as a Graduate Assistant in Machakos University,  and under Teachers Service Commission as Technical Teacher in Machakos Technical Training Institute.

MS. SUSAN W. MWANGI

Ms. Susan W. Mwangi

The Senior Secretary is charged with control of office functions in the Office of the Vice-Chancellor

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

February, 2017                    Nehema Institute of Science & Technology

                                                Higher National Diploma (on going)

2008                                      Technical University of Kenya

                                                Single & Group – KNEC

1996-1998                             St. Mary’s Secretarial College

                                                Single & Group – KNEC  

1990-1994                             Ndaragwa Secondary School

                                                KCSE – C (Plain)

1989                                       Weru Primary School

                                                442 Marks

SHORT COURSES               1.         Time Management – Moi University (in-house training)

2. Job Analysis –Machakos University (in-house training) by Price water house Coopers

3. The Capacity Building Programme for Office Administrative Personnel – State Corporations Advisory Committee

 WORKING EXPERIENCE

August, 2014 – To date      Machakos University

Assistant Secretary, Grade C/D – Office of the Vice-Chancellor

2013 – AUGUST, 2014        University of Kabianga

Secretary, Grade C/D – Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (R&P)

 2011-NOVEMBER, 2013     South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) Secretary Grade – C/D                                     

1. SEKU Machakos University Campus  – Office of the Director
2. Office of the Registrar (ASA)

DECEMBER, 2001- 2011    Moi University  Secretary Grade A/B

1. Personnel Department
2. Office of the Registrar (Administration)

1999-2000                             Pacific Systems – Nairobi

                                                Secretary

MS. NELLYANN KATHOMI

Assistant Secretary:

The Assistant Secretary is charged with control of office functions in the Office of Vice-Chancellor.

CAREER OBJECTIVES

To dedicate my effort to have smooth running of institution

To learn more from highly motivated and experienced staff

To work diligently

EDUCATION BACKGROUND                    

 2001-2004                   Kajiunduthi High School                              C- Minus

1997-2000                   Chogoria Girls Boarding Primary School 399 marks

 PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

 MAY 2018            Mount Kenya University Bachelor of Management and Office Administration (Ongoing)

Jan 2014-July      Embu Secretarial & Computer Services Shorthand III (100 wpm)-KNEC

Jan 2006-Nov 2008   St. Mary’s Secretarial College  Diploma in Secretarial Studies- KNEC

SHORT COURSES

JUNE 2014   Kirinyaga University  Certificate in Customer Care and Etiquette Course

WORKING EXPERIENCE

FEBRUARY 2018- TO DATE  Machakos University  Assistant Secretary Grade 5/6- Office of the Vice-Chancellor

OCTOBER 2013 – JAN 2018  Kirinyaga University Secretary, School of Business and Economics

JUNE 2013 – SEPTEMBER 2013  Holy Redeemer Catholic – Iruma Parish Parish Secretary

JUNE 2009 – MAY 2013  Thika Education Complex School Secretary

JAN 2009– APRIL 2009 Dekar Printers and Stationers – Ndagani – Chuka Secretary

AUGUST 2007 – DEC 2007 Attachment at the District Commissioner’s Office – Chuka Assistant Secretary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Engage in offering correspondence to enquiries to the office on a regular basis for effective communication flow to support continuity of operations.
2. Engage in regular typing of assigned documents as per set requirements to facilitate capturing of information in the desired format for use in performing various roles,

• Perform documents printing, photocopying, scanning, and binding on a regular basis to ensure availability of hard copy information for current and future use,

1. Participate in regular archiving of documents in the office through established filing systems to ensure safe custody of the same for use in future references,
2. Participate in the continuous management of the office calendar of events to facilitate proper prior planning for the same
3. Engage in continuous monitoring of office supplies to ensure availability of the same for use in running daily office operations

• Any other duties as directed by the Head of Administration, Liaison and Logistics office of the Officer of the Vice-Chancellor or any other authorized officer.

PERSONAL QUALITIES: A Self-motivated person dedicated to

achieving set goals.

DOUGLAS MWAURA

Driver:

Is responsible for chauffeuring the Vice-Chancellor and ensuring maintanance of the Vice-Chancellor’s official car is up to date.

 

PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality: Date of Birth: Gender: Religion: Languages: Marital Status: Tel: Email:		Kenyan 1974 Male Christian English, Kiswahili Married 0721247263/0723547609 dmwaura@uonbi.ac.ke
OBJECTIVE
·         To work in a dynamic and challenging environment with the aim of assisting the organization to achieve its objectives ·         To be able to work with or without supervision ·         Always ready to work and meet any set deadline ·         To enhance teamwork so to bring about efficiency
PERSONAL PROFILE
A hardworking, accurate, respectful, devoted, self motivated and responsible person who is happy to work both as part of a team and own initiative with an outgoing personality and excellent communication skills who enjoys meeting challenges and seeing them through while remaining confident and good humored under pressure.
PROFESSIONAL/EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
AUG 2015   AUG 2014: JUNE/JULY 2014: JUNE/JULY 2014: JUNE 2014:   JAN 2012:       2012:   2012       OCT 2011:     SEPT 2011:     2010:       2009:     SEPT 2006       OCT 2005     1991-1994       1983-1990			AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF KENYA ·         Professional driving certification course KENYA INSTITUTE OF HIGHWAYS AND TECHNOLOGY ·         Fleet Management ·         Defensive Driving ·         Driver Refresher ·         First Aid MINISTRY OF ROADS MTD (Central Workshop) Certificate of Occupation Test Grade II   AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF KENYA (AA) AA Certificate in Defensive Driving MINISTRY OF ROADS MTD (Central Workshop) Certificate of Occupation Test for Driver   AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF KENYA (AA) AA driving competence certificate   ST. JOHN AMBULANCE KENYA Certificate in First Aid   MINISTRY OF ROADS MTD (Central Workshop) Certificate of Occupation Test for Driver Grade III   UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI Certificate in Artificial Insemination and Fertility Management   SNOWBALL (K) LTD ·         Certificate in basic first aid and life saving skills ·         Basic fire fighting methods   CMC MOTOR LTD Certificate in Heavy Commercial Vehicles   TEMPLE ROAD SECONDARY SCHOOL Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Attained a mean grade of C- (Minus)   RODAMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
WORK EXPERIENCE
Feb 2018 – to date     Jan 2015  -Feb, 2018       May 2012-Jan2015      2008 – May 2012     2005 – 2006     2000 – 2004			Machakos University Driver, Office of the Vice-Chancellor   Driver DVC RPE UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI Driver – Finance Department     UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI Driver – College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS)   CITY HOPPER LIMITED Driver   DAN AND SONS COMPANY Driver
HOBBIES/INTERESTS
·         Playing football ·         Travelling ·         Watching movies ·         Reading novels
REFEREES
1.       2.     3.	MR. MICHAEL KARUE Finance Officer University of Nairobi P.O. Box 30197 Nairobi Tel.0720 392 437   MR. HENRY JUMA Transport Officer University of Nairobi Tel:0722 178 301   D.K. MACHARIA Assistant Registrar The Technical University of Kenya Tel:0721 853 315

 

 

ERICK MWONDI

Driver:

Is responsible for chauffeuring the Vice-Chancellor and ensuring the vehicle is taken care of and has enough fuel.

CAREER OBJECTIVE 

To use the acquired skills and knowledge to serve my bosses and other clients allocated to me for my services with diligence. Always relate with the public in the interest   of the industry to superior performance and profitability. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

I am  a self  motivated  person, ambitious ,  creative  and ready  to  work  under minimal  supervision .  I am  attentive to  details,  a team  player,  able  to  handle  multiple tasks  and meet deadlines.   I am motivated by challenging   assignments and the ability to exercise   professionalism in assignments. 

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

1989 – 1997                 Embu   County Primary School          KCSE

 

1998 – 2001                 Kirimari   Secondary School        KCSE

                                            (Pass with C Plain)

 

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING 

2011 July:                    Music Leadership Training School    Leadership skills

2010 August:              St. John Ambulance                            First Aid

2009 August:              Ministry of Roads                               Suitability test

2007 April:                  Music Leadership Training school           Communication Skills

2005 March:                Music Leadership Training School          Communication Skills

2003 July -August:     AA Driving School                                   Driving Lessons

2001 April:                  Divisional Music School                          Leadership Skills

WORKING EXPERIENCE

June, 2018 – To date    –         Machakos University

                                                Position Held –

                                                Driver – Office of the Vice-Chancellor

 June 2013- 2018: University Of Nairobi

 Position Held: Driver for the Deputy Vice Chancellor (RPE)   

Responsibilities: 

• Updating and maintaining university vehicle movement work ticket on daily basis.
• Upholding the dignity of the university by performing my duties as per ISO requirements through displaying good image of the university vehicle and its personnel.
• Being in-charge of safety of the vehicle allocated to me plus its passengers.
• Picking and dropping of council members to their destination.
• Checking and ensuring the vehicle allocated to me is road worth on daily basis and reporting to the transport officer in cases of malfunctions.
• Ensuring the vehicle is clean at all  times
• Ensuring safe of vehicle accessories i.e first aid kit, Jack, life-savers triangles and fire extinguishers.
• Ensuring that the vehicle is serviced at the right and all statutory requirements are valid and in place before driving the vehicle allocated to me.
• Handling emergency minor mechanical problems.

2009 – 2013   LEADWAY ENTERPRISES LTD

Position   held:                       Driver

Responsibilities

• Checking the safety  of the vehicle  to  ensure  road worthiness  on  daily  basis
• Being in-charge of safety of the vehicle allocated to me plus its passengers
• Handling simple mechanical problems.
• Driving clients to their required destination no matter what time it is.
• Ensuring the vehicle is serviced on time and has required legal document.
• Updating journey log accurately on daily basis.
• Following instruction as authorized by my supervisors.

2007 –  2008   WAKI HOLDINGS LTD

Position   held:                       Driver

Responsibilities

• Updating  of  journey   log of vehicle  use on  daily  basis
• Checking the safety  of the vehicle  to  ensure  road worthiness  on  daily  basis
• Assisted on administrative work when called upon to.
• Ensuring safe  keeping  of Vehicle   accessories i.e  first  aid  Kit ,  jack 

MS. LYDIA NYANG’AU

Office Assistant:

The role charged with this Officer is that of ensuring that correspondences get to the destined persons within the University as well as ensuring that the Office is clean.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

1997-2000           :         Sengera Girls High School

                                       Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (C-)

1986-1996:                    Darajambili Primary

                                       Kenya Certificate of Primary Education – 432 Points

WORK EXPERIENCE:      University of Nairobi (2009- to- date)- Office Assistant- Grade II

Job Profile:

• To ensure smooth flow of the office documents for both internal and external clients
• Assist in typing, photocopying and Answering of incoming calls when need arises
• Collecting, receiving, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing files and mails
• Supporting with filing and retrieval of correspondence and documents
• Ensuring that the office is well maintained
• Ensuring safe custody and confidentiality of office matters
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the superiors
• Engaging that no mail is either lost or misplaced

ABILITIES

I have ability to use acquired skills effectively and efficiently.  My working experience has taught me to appreciate and recognize positions above and below me.  I am prepared to work outside and above hours/days.

CELL PHONE  : 0726655403

E-MAIL ADDRESS : Lkemuma@uonbi.ac.ke

LANGUAGES : English, Kiswahili and Kisii

MS. FELISTUS KAVATA MWENGA

Office Assistant:

The role charged with this Officer is that of ensuring that correspondences get to the destined persons within the University as well as ensuring that the Office is clean.

PROFESSIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

2001 – 2004    :           Machakos Central High School

Attained         :           Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

1992 – 2000    :           Katheka-Kai Primary School

Attained         :           Kenya Certificate of Primary Education

WORKING EXPERIENCE

2005-2012       :           Agricultural Society of Kenya

2013- To date :           Machakos University