Paul Kimunyi
Consultant
Phone: +254724205246
- Sector:
- Administration
- Profile Created:
- 4 weeks ago
About me
Am an ambitious, self driven and keen to learn individual with a passion for international relations with key focus on human development and peace. Well grounded in the subject matter on both modern and historical status.
I am motivated, innovative and highly regard team work. Highly independent and focused to exemplary delivery of results. Open minded and ready to adopt new and progressive approaches in delivering tasks
Skills
Education
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University of Nairobi 2025 - 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Philosophy
I passed my bachelor's with a Second Class honors, Upper Division
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University of Nairobi 2009 - 2025
Master's of Arts in International Relations
I have passed my Master's in International Studies
Experience
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Mimak Solutions Ltd 2020 - Present
Research Consultant
Management and administration of the company, including design of consultancy portfolio, business strategy, implementation and review Responsible for customer accounts management, quality assurance, management of human resource including, recruitment and assessment Innovation of new business approaches, review and continual improvement. Design and develop research consultancy programs including research design, research tools, data collection and analysis Proofread business agreements to identify loopholes and safeguard organization. Implement training and development programmes for new employees to successfully exceed retention targets. Deliver high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships. Increased efficiency, effectiveness and profitability by managing team productivity, costs and budgets. Leads and contributes to market and business development activities, identifying and pursuing new potential client services opportunities. Conducts financial analysis, research on business agreements and negotiated critical contracts. Implements company policies and legal guidelines to maintain standards and verify compliance from staff. Develop business strategies to establish short and long-term goals for company
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Mt. Kenya University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology 2018 - 2021
Associate faculty and assistant lecturer
Research and development of course material, dissemination of lectures, setting of materials for conducting of evaluation of students Coordination of field studies, professional external resource contacts and student placement for field work and industrial placements Conducting research on Development Studies and Public Management including publishing on the same Quality assurance on academic development programs. Instructed students in classroom and lecture environments and explained importance of speech delivery and presentation. Assessed in the development of educational, engaging and innovative teaching material for on Development Studies and Public Management lessons. Contributed to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum in on Development Studies and Public Management. Carried out in-depth research into on Development Studies and Public Management to keep up-to-date on curriculum requirements and changing trends. Conducted seminars and lectures for 80+ students. Provided constructive feedback on coursework, classwork and homework to advance student knowledge in on Development Studies and Public Management. Maintained excellent teacher relationships by proactively assisting with requests in a timely and efficient manner. Increased student satisfaction by providing attentive care and support throughout academic struggles. Role-modelled exemplary behaviour and established lasting relationships with students. Assisted in planning and development of teaching materials, workbooks and class projects. Kept records of student attendance, progress and activities to assess individual mastery of subject matter. Split learners into groups for group-related activities and encouraged collaboration to nurture teamwork and social skills. Collected and organized materials to support learning activities and distributed content to learners for revision. Graded homework and tests and computed and recorded results using answer sheets or electronic marking devices. Reviewed taught material with students with learning challenges or special needs and simplified complex topics to facilitate comprehension. Set up teaching aids, prepared classrooms for learning activities and distributed materials to coordinate instructional efforts.
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Private consultancies 2015 - 2020
Research assistant
Organized and conducted meetings with investigators, group conferences and special events. o Conducted in-depth research utilizing various techniques, including qualitative and quantitative methods. o Produced accurate supporting documentation and materials for research activities, including presentations and reports. o Developed and maintained knowledge of relevant research developments and publications in key policy areas. o Created comprehensive written reports of findings, maintaining high levels of accuracy. o Lead research projects from conception to completion for consistency and continuity. o Managed research assistants by cross-checking work and providing support. o Project-managed research including development of research protocols, funding, dissemination and publication. o Collaborated with colleagues on research assignments to inform strategy. o Developed and implemented questionnaires to collate usergenerated data, analyzing and presenting findings for review. o Demonstrated analytical and strategical thinking to research projects. o Wrote findings up concisely to enable other relevant parties to disseminate. o Attended relevant meetings, events and conferences to build relationships. o Presented oral and written analysis at meetings and conferences to share research outcomes. o Used research computer software and statistical algorithms to process data.
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Orient Compliance Solutions 2012 - 2015
Consultant
In-charge of administration and management consultancies, including baseline surveys, administration review, training and capacity development; reporting to the managing director Responsible for administrative tasks including resource personnel management, Procurement and budgetary development and management Development of consultancy programs, research and development of resource material, quality assurance, coordination and liaison of associate consultants, data collection, compilation and report writing Conducting training, evaluation and appraisals for continual improvement Created supply chain strategy road map and oversaw implementation. Provided management consultancy services to C-Suite executives in water and hospitality sector businesses. Led change management teams on various projects ranging in size and scale, overseeing upwards of 200+ staff per project. Delivered key strategy insights and organized operational change management to improve business sales and marketing functions. Developed and delivered client proposals using exceptional presentation and communication methods. Utilized SWOT and structural analysis to assess market position and internal processes. Consulted on design and implementation of large change management projects for companies HR, operational and IT functions. Delivered comprehensive reporting and corrective action recommendations for talent management, acquisition strategy and HR process design. Developed and refined consultancy practices to increase service offerings and streamline services. Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root causes and implementing solutions. Carried out data analysis and assessment and presented results to management.
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Parliamentary Service Commission 2008 - 2011
Constituency office Manager
Reporting to the Constituency Liaison officer of the National Assembly and Member of Parliament Advisory role to the member of parliament on political affairs Responsible and accounting officer for the constituency office administration including human resource management, budgeting appropriation and accounting, supplies chain management and asset control Liaison and coordination of government department heads at the constituency level Responsible for community mobilization and sensitization on development programs and other community capacity and welfare programs Liaison and coordination of development partnerships in the constituency including provincial administration, local government, government agencies (SAGAs), private sector, NGOs and community stakeholders Responsible for the following programs among others: Community Coordination and support of the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD) Central Kenya Dry Areas Program (CK-DAP) in, Coordination and support for Aphia II program for USAID in Nyeri district (Current County) support community health for the OVCs Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI) partnership on Ball clay value addition and other resource program 2009 United Nations Development Program (UNDP) program on peace, development through community value addition programs pilot program around the country in 2008 Coordination of the Constituency Development Fund program in community mobilization, communication and awareness Monitoring and evaluation of the community development funds namely the Youth Enterprise Fund and Women Enterprise Fund Liaison with other development partners in the constituency Monitoring, support and improvement of Constituency Development Fund Procurement processes from initiation to conclusion. Liaised with customers, addressed enquiries, handled meeting requests and answered billing questions to provide outstanding customer care. Administered physical and digital filing systems, keeping records well-organized and easily retrievable for team members. Handled supply purchases and inventory management for office operations and equipment maintenance. Supported managers with proactive, efficient clerical support to maintain smooth-running operations. Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives. Liaised directly with customers to meet needs and maintain satisfaction. Collaborated closely with other managers to smooth and improve office operations. Communicated with clients to resolve enquiries, schedule appointments and address billing questions. Allocated resources, calendars and schedules effectively. Scheduled appointments and maintained master calendar. Oversaw day-to-day office operations such as organizing correspondence, managing incoming calls and creating business records. Answered department emails within target timeframes to meet company communication targets. Managed office correspondence, including emails, phone calls and mail, efficiently and promptly. Oversaw effective file management to keep office records up-todate. Coordinated weekly meetings and appointments for office staff. Communicated with office managers to understand department priorities and workload. Maintained excellent team relationships by proactively helping others with complex problem-solving tasks. Generated comprehensive quality reports, presentations and spreadsheets, delivering to management within agreed deadlines. Made travel arrangements for staff on business trips, liaising with individual staff members to accommodate all requirements. Maintained strict confidentiality and discretion when processing sensitive data and information. Communicated with staff through various internal platforms to keep colleagues informed of office updates. Managed smooth HR process for new starters, setting up on systems and issuing contracts to make easy transition into company. Completed data processing and processing orders into relevant systems to keep records and documentation up-to-date.