Singing and Adventure
BRENDA OSODO
Social Worker
Nairobi
Summary
Seasoned Program Officer adept at evaluating progress and implementing strategic improvements. Decisive and forward-thinking leader with a resourceful approach. Offering 7 years of progressive experience in Advocacy, Social Audits, Research, Civic Engagements, Capacity Building, HIV/AIDs and OVC programming
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Consultant Social Auditor
Consultant Peris Ochieng
Nairobi
10.2022 - Current
- Audited Kicks Art, Punonta and Mifuko Trust with strict evaluation on adherence to WFTO standards of Fair Trade.
- Created awareness to the basket weaving women groups on the WFTO principles on: Fair trade, Fair Pay, No child labour, No forced Labour, Safe environment, capacity building amongst others.
- Actively listened to Primary producers in the supply chain, suppliers and importing partners and handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Drove operational improvements to importing partners which resulted in savings, safety and protection of hyacinth paper making producers.
- Audited and reviewed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and suggesting redressing for resolution.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Compiled a detailed report with improvement suggestions and plans to Consultant for further submission to WFTO for review.
Research Assistant
PEMAN Consultants
Nairobi
01.2019 - Current
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Compiled progress reports noting success and challenges for action.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.
Program Assistant
Transparency International Kenya
Nairobi
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Designed and led research and social audit on government funds disbursed to schools and health facilities and their utilization.
- Managed effective program outreach plans with strategic use of speakers and tours to enhance community engagement and increase participant numbers.
- Reviewed and strengthened program operations with continuous assessment of operational plans and strategies.
- With the findings, developed policy briefs for sharing with the government officials for policy influence
- Screened applications, recruited, trained and mentored Trainer of Trainers on government spending, budget making process and public participation.
- Provided technical leadership and support to schools, health centers, Community Health Volunteers, community members.
- Represented Transparency International Kenya in external engagement and influencing platforms such as workshops, conferences, round tables, public forums among other opportunities
- Led mobilization and sensitization of representatives from line Government ministries (MoE, MoH and DCS) and other stakeholders to proactively take part in strengthening democratic accountability in health centers and schools.
- Coordinated and imparted necessary trainings and sensitization for Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) and community members.
- Provided technical support to community groups and Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) in conducting annual government’s budget analysis and utilize the findings and recommendations to inform decision making on public resource allocation and management
- Managed activity budgets and ensured proper returns and value for money; ensured compliance with all donor and organization policies and regulations
- Prepared monthly project activity reports, monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports including case studies/human interest stories
- Facilitated community engagements in public participation forums on County budgeting process
- Identified project beneficiaries, collected evidence of project impact and documented success/human interest stories
- Supported the organization in identifying funding opportunities and developing concepts for the same.
- Maintained budgets and estimates and documented processes to mitigate financial disparities and aid senior leadership.
- Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
- Supported planning and coordination of advocacy program and associated activities.
Project Officer
PAWA Initiative
Nairobi
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Created linkages with existing networks and sectors to enhance effectiveness on social accountability and transparency.
- Managed administrative, programmatic, financial operations and functions of the A4T office in Embakasi
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
- Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Adhered to budget requirements with excellent planning and consistent expense monitoring.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Supported local community based organization, journalists and community radio stations in documenting their work plans, budgets and activity reports for approval and award of grants.
- Contributed to the regular researching, development, updating and managing of content for A4T social media platforms and website
- Facilitated in workshops geared towards imparting knowledge on budgets, roles of the citizens in oversight and how to download and use the Action for Transparency Mobile
Project Assistant
Transparency International Kenya
Kwale
01.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed effective program outreach plans with strategic use of speakers and tours to enhance community engagement and increase participant numbers.
- Reviewed and strengthened program operations with continuous assessment of operational plans and strategies.
- Collaborated with finance department to budget and monitor program operations, ensuring sound fiscal and system management.
- Assisted the Programme Officer come up with innovative, cost effective and timely designing and implementing of outreach initiatives.
- Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
- Formed and built capacity of integrity clubs targeting schools ,Identified capacity building needs and tailor made trainings to address the gaps.
- Facilitated convening of separate community meetings consisting of traditional elders, religious leaders, school Board of Managements, Elimu Yetu Coalition and officers from the ministry of education and Teacher service commission.
- Provided technical support in planning meetings, workshops and seminars including the preparation of meeting documents, agendas, Information, Education & Communication (IEC) materials.
- Developed and implemented community mobilization and empowerment strategies to enable community groups to participate effectively.
- Comprehensively documented and updated education topography and trends within the county and Nation.
- Prepared reports on education topography and trends in order to inform strategy development.
- Through public forums raised awareness of the project.
- Prepared activity & periodic reports, also documented success stories
- Provided technical support in researching for and developing research proposals for financial support and sustainability.
- Identified project beneficiaries and collected evidence of program impact.
Program Assistant
Catholic Relief Services, CRS
Laikipia
10.2012 - 12.2013
- Provided technical support to two Local Implementing Partners (LIPs), CARITAS Nyeri and LIFA CBO to effectively execute their mandate.
- Reviewed and strengthened program operations with continuous assessment of operational plans and strategies.
- Through trainings, workshops, mentoring and knowledge sharing built the capacity of 7 field officers to be able to effectively deliver services to OVCs, PLHIVs and their families.
- Conducted house hold visits to PLHIVs and Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs) to assess their need, verify if they had received the intended household benefits from the project.
- Supported coordination and linkage with the government line ministries to improve retention of girls in schools, fast track issue of birth certificates to the OVC, frequent HIV testing and adherence to the ARVs and counseling.
- Engaged stakeholders to contribute to the quality of the project implementation and also to share feedback and redress.
- Supported PLHIVs and TB patients to access economic empowerment opportunities by introducing them to Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC), linking them with agricultural officers to educate them more on farming, fishing and how to improve on commodity value change.
- Supervised and mentored CHVs, Peer educators, Local community advisory boards to create an enabling environment for the PLHIVs and OVCs and for effective case management.
- Supported data clerks in updating the OVC data on the Longitudinal Management Information System (LMIS).
- Identified and documented success stories, best practice and for learning purposes.
- Participated in preparation of reports, monthly, quarterly, bi annually and annually noting progress, challenges, strengths and areas of improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
The University of Nairobi
10.2008 - 12.2012
Kenya Certificate for Secondary School -
Sori Secondary School
Migori, Kenya 02.2003 - 11.2006
No Degree - Improving Governance of Non-profit Sector
The State University of New York
New York 04.2001 -
Skills
Project Management
undefinedAccomplishments
- Decorated Facilitator and Trainer.
- Supervised team of 20 ToTs.
- Documented and resolved data gaps which led to improved reporting on impact.
Interests
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Quote
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Walt Disney
Timeline
Consultant Social Auditor
Consultant Peris Ochieng
10.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
PEMAN Consultants
01.2019 - Current
Program Assistant
Transparency International Kenya
12.2017 - 05.2018
Project Officer
PAWA Initiative
01.2016 - 08.2017
Project Assistant
Transparency International Kenya
01.2014 - 10.2015
Program Assistant
Catholic Relief Services, CRS
10.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
The University of Nairobi
10.2008 - 12.2012
Kenya Certificate for Secondary School -
Sori Secondary School
02.2003 - 11.2006
No Degree - Improving Governance of Non-profit Sector
The State University of New York
04.2001 -
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