Hillary Mutuma

Experience

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  Kenya Wildlife Services HQ

  Jun 2017 - Oct 2017

  Project Management Intern

  • Acquired skills in implementing donor-funded projects, Participated in the development/designing of project proposals, cost/schedule plans, activity plans and budget plans for the assigned projects• Assisted in managing the Kenya wildlife service’s grants and donor database and prepared a data entry protocol for entering new prospects, donors and grants on Salesforce for interdepartmental sharing and backup• Analysed data in the files as required collected data and managed Kenya Wildlife Service’s projects under the guidance of the Project Officer. Provided support to the projects office by tracking projects activities progress as per the projects schedule Plans.Key skills; Project planning and development, proposal writing, concept note writing, project implementation, resource mobilisation and fundraising, Office management, monitoring and evaluation. Show less

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  Huruma Health Care Centre

  Jan 2018 - Apr 2018

  Volunteer, Data Assistant

  • Ensured appropriate monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system is in place and functioning efficiently and provided a Periodically review of the system.• Provided Training to Clinical Officers on how to use Electronic Medical Records Systems. I organised and managed reviews of the Electronic medical records systems. • Monitored the implementation of Electronic Medical Records systems for emergency response and provided support technical advice where necessary.Key skills: Data management, M&E designing, Monitoring and evaluation, capacity building, project implementation. Show less

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  Space for Giants

  Feb 2019 - Mar 2019

  Projects Intern

  Acquired competencies that broadly included implementation of donor-funded projects in the field of conservation. Learned how to develop and design programs, data collection, project management, coordinating, tracking, monitoring and evaluation.Key skills acquired: Data management, project support, office management, Project implementation, Project planning, Project monitoring evaluation, and learning.

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  Seven SS stars ltd

  Mar 2019 - Jun 2019

  Project Assistant

  • Market research- Researched client trends, client profiles to identify market prospects to approach for service delivery and sales.• Coordinate projects activities by monitoring the progress of the projects using Project management tools e.g. Gantt charts, work plans and Logical framework. More so coordinating program-related work within the office.• Conducted all in-house product training programs with the aim of improving the team's knowledge of the products. Facilitated 6 meetings on 6 team members that I was leading.• Prepared proper logistical and administrative needs of all project activities including meetings, production of reports and documentationKey skills and competencies: Project implementation, project coordination, sales and marketing Monitoring and evaluation, Capacity building, office management. Show less

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  Ol Pejeta Conservancy

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2022

  Project Officer (Energy and Livelihood )

  Focused on community development programs, conducting formative research and socio-economic surveys to guide energy-saving cooking solutions within 20 communities around Ol Pejeta Conservancy.- Recruited to enhance livelihood improvement programs, secure funding for clean energy projects, and develop strategies for women’s empowerment through sustainable energy solutions.- Fundraising: Led fundraising efforts, securing resources for 600 Solar Lion Lights worth KES 360,000, which were distributed to communities affected by human-wildlife conflicts, directly improving safety and economic conditions.- Resource Distribution: Fundraised for and distributed 240 solar lights worth KES 80,000 to 80 households, facilitating universal electricity adoption and enhancing women’s access to sustainable energy.- Research: Conducted and analyzed key community-based surveys, such as the Social Assessment of Protected Areas (SAPA) and Energy Service Company Survey (ESCO), using insights to guide program activities.- Survey Design: Executed socio-economic surveys, producing insights to guide youth-focused agricultural initiatives.- Strategy Implementation: Designed results-based strategies for sustainable energy programs, enhancing women’s access to clean energy.- Gender Focus: Monitored and evaluated project outcomes with gender-disaggregated data to ensure women’s economic empowerment. Show less

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  The Leila Janah Foundation

  Sept 2022 - Aug 2023

  Program Manager

  Oversaw the Give Work Challenge program with a $500,000 annual budget, supporting 33 social entrepreneurs. My focus was on enhancing program impact through women and youth-led initiatives, improving reporting systems, and managing risks to align with organizational and donor expectations.Key Roles and Achievements:- Grant & Budget Management: Managed $500,000 annually, ensuring efficient resource allocation to support youth ventures in Kenya and Uganda.- Program Design & Execution: Led the Woman Founder Program in Kenya, tracking and evaluating 33 entrepreneurs. Improved program operations by 5% through feedback collection and the use of gender-disaggregated data to assess the impact on female entrepreneurs.- Reporting & Risk Mitigation: Developed reporting systems to communicate impact to leadership and donors. Created a risk management plan to address challenges.- Financial Oversight: Led budget planning, financial accountability, and resource management, optimizing resources to ensure efficiency and sustainable impact.- Impact Evaluation: Monitored progress using gender-disaggregated data, focusing on female entrepreneurs’ outcomes.- Process Improvement & Training: Led process improvements and training to ensure the team stayed updated with regulations and best practices.- Analytical Decision-Making: Utilized data analysis tools to navigate challenges and drive informed decision-making for improved program outcomes. Show less

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  Swahilipot Hub Foundation

  Sept 2023 - now

  Project Manager

  I lead initiatives empowering Young people not in education, employment, or training (NEET) across six sub-counties in Mombasa County. Through the program I foster meaningful youth participation, and drive sustainable outcomes. I specialize in researching, gathering stakeholder insights, and designing tailored mentorship interventions supporting career development, skill enhancement, and workplace success. By building agency, workforce readiness, and career success, I cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and employable skills. I collaborate with mentees, mentors, and industry employers to create flexible mentorship models that meet the diverse needs and schedules of youth, ensuring long-term growth and impactful supportKey Achievements:- Leads the program implementing team and 150 mentors, graduating 2000 mentees and helping 1,632 in career planning.- Manages a $2.5M budget, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines and resource efficiency.- Utilizes data-driven strategies (Kobo Collect) to track job placements and educational advancements, continuously improving outcomes.- Engages stakeholders through roundtables and meetings, expanding program ownership and impact across government, community, and private sectors.- Develops and refines the Self-Discovery Curriculum, empowering youths with critical skills for workforce readiness and career advancement.- Manages donor relationships and partner commitments, ensuring continuous funding and long-term sustainability of the program.- Lead youth engagement efforts in Mombasa County, achieving high participation rates and positive program results.- Conducts regular financial reviews, optimizing resource allocation, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring financial transparency.- Leads the program improvements by integrating feedback from participants, mentors, and stakeholders, enhancing program effectiveness Show less