Technical consultant
Horn Development Advisory
- 3 years
Michael Wawire
Kessel-Lo
Summary
Accomplished Researcher and Consultant with over 20 years of experience in the Food and Agricultural Sector. Demonstrated expertise in project coordination, research addressing energy, food, water, and environmental issues, and technical consultancy for esteemed organizations including FAO, USAID, and UNIDO. Proven ability in scientific writing, stakeholder engagement, policy formation, and project administration. Committed to developing innovative solutions for sustainable food systems and agricultural practices.
Work History
Researcher, Administrator and Lecturer
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
- Focusing on food and agricultural science, packaging technology, food processing and value addition
Freelance consultant
Education
PhD - Food Science and Post-Harvest Technology
JKUAT
Kenya01.2013
Master - Postharvest and Food Preservation Engineering
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Belgium01.2001
BSc - Food Science and Postharvest Technology
JKUAT
Kenya01.1999
Certificate - Sustainable Food Systems
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
USASkills
- Research & Data Analysis – Critical thinking, data analysis, and value chain analysis
- Project & Program Management – Research project design, implementation, and execution
- Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement – Team leadership, networking, and collaboration
- Communication & Scientific Writing – Proposal writing, editing, and effective communication
- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Creative solutions, adaptability, and strategic thinking
- Training & Mentorship – Teaching, mentoring, and coaching
- Technical & Software Proficiency – MS Office, project management platforms, and statistical tools
- Administrative & Organizational Support – Coordination, governance, and administrative skills
- Multicultural & Language Adaptability – Polyglot skills and ability to work in diverse environments
Philanthropy And Community Service
Co-founder of Watoto Wetu Kenia, A philanthropic initiative supporting over 35 orphaned children in Kenya through high school by securing sponsorships.
Resident
Belgium
References
Upon request.
Leadership Experience
Board Member, state agencies in Kenya (KALRO, TARDA, Laboratory and Environmental Management Board), Chaired the Research Technical and Innovation Committees, Provided oversight, resource allocation, strategic direction and research activities
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Kenya
- Date of Birth: 08/01/76
- Gender: Male
Languages
English
First Language
Dutch
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical consultant
Horn Development Advisory
Researcher, Administrator and Lecturer
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Freelance consultant
PhD - Food Science and Post-Harvest Technology
JKUAT
Master - Postharvest and Food Preservation Engineering
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
BSc - Food Science and Postharvest Technology
JKUAT
Certificate - Sustainable Food Systems
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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