DONALD MKALA MWAKINA
Renewable energy specialist
P.O. Box-, Eldoret, Kenya
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Email:-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-mwakina-
CAREER PROFILE SUMMARY
Determined and enthusiastic learner looking for a job to utilize and improve skills acquired
from my academic background. Fast learner and able to work with little or no supervision. Can
demonstrate a firm sense of responsibility and the capacity to work hard under pressure. Seeking
to leverage analytical skills to realize the objectives and dreams of your organization.
EDUCATION BACKGROUND
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Currently pursuing MSc. in Sustainable Energy and Energy Access – Moi University
September 2021 to December 2023
● Bachelor of Science (Physics Major) – First Class Honors – Moi University September
2015 to December 2019
● Computer Packages – February 2016
● KCSE – Mean Grade (B+) – Malindi High School February 2011 to November 2014
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
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Renewable energy skills
Mathematics skills
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Team player
Physics skills
Computing skills
Data analysis
● Research
● Microsoft Office.
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Leadership skills
Organizational skills
Creativity
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Interpersonal skills
Customer service
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EXPERIENCE
Graduate Research Student – Moi University
Sept 2021 to Dec 2023
• Conducting research on a hybrid concentrated solar power (parabolic trough collector) –
biomass combustion system for off-grid areas of Kenya.
• Designing a hybrid system for power generation.
• Performing financial analysis of the system.
• Installing and maintaining data collection and simulation softwares.
• Creating and submitting data collection reports to supervisors.
REFEREES
Prof. Ambrose K. Kiprop
Centre leader, Africa Centre of Excellence in Phytochemicals, Textiles and Renewable Energy,
Moi University Main Campus,
P.O. Box-, Eldoret, Kenya.
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Email:-Prof. Eng. Augustine Makokha
Dean, School of Engineering,
Moi University Main Campus,
P.O. Box-, Eldoret, Kenya.
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Email:-Prof. Samuel Rotich
Senior Lecturer, Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computing,
School of Sciences and Aerospace Studies,
Moi University Main Campus,
P.O. Box-, Eldoret, Kenya.
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