Peter Oyugi

PETER OYUGI MAKENE EXPERIENCE Program Lead – Climate Change Eco-Sanctify Consultants Limited – Nairobi 07/2021 – 01/2025 CONTACT Nairobi, Kenya - The purpose of this position was to oversee different projects in the organisation under climate change theme that sought to achieve the organisation’s objectives and vision. Particularly, I was responsible for overseeing that those programs being implemented are aligned with the organisation’s principles of sustainability and inclusion. - SUMMARY Experienced Program Lead in Climate Change with a proven track record in sustainability and inclusion, having led key initiatives such as the climate policy inclusion workshop and contributed to Kenya’s National Climate Change Action Plan III. Skilled in GIS tools, data analysis, and sustainability reporting frameworks, with expertise in managing climatesmart agriculture projects and developing community action plans. Notable achievements include spearheading GIS integration for Kenya Power and enhancing land transaction efficiency through the ArdhiSasa platform. Career goal is to continue advancing sustainable development initiatives that integrate ESG principles and promote environmental resilience. SKILLS • • • • • • • • • Sustainability reporting framework Data handling, cleaning, & analysis ESG Principles GIS Tools (ArcGIS 10.5 & QGIS) R, Power BI, & SPSS ODK & Kobo Toolbox Report Writing Microsoft Office 365 Presentation skills Responsibilities & Achievements: • Provided expert advice to policymakers on the formulation of climate-friendly legislation. • Coordinated community engagement programmes to encourage sustainable living practices. • Conducted research and developed metrics and indicators to measure the effectiveness of climate change strategies and interventions. • Developed, implemented, managed, and monitored all climate change-related programmes in the organisation. • Contributed to the development of Kenya’s National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) III Youth Chapter. • Led stakeholder engagement sessions sensitizing Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) on FLLoCCA funds for climate resilience. • Developed a Community Action Plan for Chemoigut village, Tiaty East SubCounty, successfully integrating carbon credit systems and reforestation, resulting in the planting of 1,500 seedlings. • Implemented and managed a climate-smart agriculture research project in collaboration with KenArava & TomorrowNow to promote sustainable farming in Murang’a and Kiambu counties. • Contributed to the preparation & launch of the FAO Kenya Country Programming Framework -). • Represented Eco-Sanctify Consultants at the 27th International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centres (IAPTC) 2023 as a civilian delegate on climate, peace & security. GIS Officer Joint National and Resource Mapping (JNAM) – Nairobi 03/2021 – 05/2021 The purpose of this position was to collect, analyse, and reform the geo-information of Kenya Power customer meters in Nairobi County using GIS tools, as well as help in other projects such as ArdhiSasa. Responsibilities/Achievements: • Worked with multiple spatial file formats including KMZs, Shapefiles and Geodatabases for project delivery. • Produced high-quality outputs and geographical information presentations in user-focused tools and displays. • Developed and managed geospatial databases for different projects. LANGUAGES English: C2 • Proficient Swahili: C2 Proficient Spanish: A1 Beginner HOBBIES & INTERESTS • • • Biking Creative Writing Travelling • Spearheaded GIS integration in Kenya Power’s service delivery for improved monitoring & revenue optimization. Played a key role in the digitization of Kenya’s land records through the ArdhiSasa platform, enhancing land transaction efficiency. GIS Assistant Joint National and Resource Mapping (JNAM) – Kisumu 08/2020 – 11/2020 The purpose of the position was to collect and map spatial data using GIS tools regarding governmental institutions in Kenya, particularly Kisumu County where I was based. Responsibilities/Achievements: • Conducted spatial data collection & mapping for government institutions in Kisumu County. • Developed daily progress reports and conducted data quality audits. and the estimated completion date. • Collaborated with the NGAO in Kisumu County to map both operational and stalled government projects. • Conducted routine data quality audits to identify and resolve systemic problems affecting data quality. • Ensured adherence to program quality standards throughout the project. GIS Assistant Geodev Ltd. Kenya – Nairobi 08/2016 – 02/2019 The purpose of the position was to develop GIS spatial databases for analysing spatial data collected during field operations, digitisation of physical maps, and carrying out topographical surveys. Responsibilities/Achievements: • Participated in Kenya’s Road Inventory & Condition Survey (RICS) for unclassified roads. • Created GIS spatial databases for Uasin Gishu & Nyandarua counties. • Conducted topographical surveys using GPS (RTK), Total Station & Automatic Levels. • Collected GIS data in the field for different projects and conducted on-site audits of the coordinates and other measurements of the GIS data collected to ensure quality outputs. • Provided continuous improvement to the GIS processes employed by the organization. • Liaised with the field teams as part of the quality assurance process. • Participated in designing and development of new projects concepts and proposals meeting client requirements. Volunteer – Community Investment Assessment IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development) – Tharaka-Nithi, Meru, and Murang’a 12/2015 – 03/2016 Purpose of the position was to meet up with community investment groups in Tharaka-Nithi, Meru, and Murang’a counties seeking funds for their respective agricultural projects and making recommendations on whether the assessed group qualifies for funding. Responsibilities/Achievements: • Assessed community agricultural groups for IFAD funding eligibility through surveys & data analysis. • Prepared comprehensive reports recommending investment opportunities. • Developed daily and weekly reports on the progress. Industrial Attachment Ecoplan Kenya – Nairobi 10/2014 – 12/2014 Purpose of the position was to support the organisation’s physical planning team in conducting spatial surveys and analysis, preparing physical planning briefs. Responsibilities/Achievements: • Supported spatial planning & mapping for Moyale Old Town development. • Helped in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for proposed projects. • Engaged in the procurement process. EDUCATION Master’s in Business Administration (MBA): Natural Resource Management Taita Taveta University (TTU) Ongoing Bachelor of Science (BSC): Land Resource Planning and Management Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Second Class (Lower Division); 2015 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Maranda High School B+ (72 Points); 2010 CERTIFICATIONS • Circular Economy; HTW Dresden and TU Bergakademie Freiberg – 07/2024 • Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) – 09/2020 • Knowles Educational and Charitable Trust for International Leadership (KECTIL) – 10/2018 • Computer Proficiency/Microsoft Office Package – 03/2011 REFEREES • Juma Nashon Adero; Lecturer – Department of Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering, Taita Taveta University, P.O. Box-, Voi, Kenya. Tel:-. Email:-• Olivia Adhiambo; Climate Policy Director: Africa, Wildlife Works Carbon Africa, Riverside Gardens, off Riverside Drive, Nairobi, Kenya. Tel:-. Email:-• Innocent Omil; CEO, Eco-Sanctify Consultants Limited, P.O Box-, City Square, Nairobi. Tel:-. Email:-