Duncan Okelo

Experience

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  Sanyu Consultants Inc.

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Research Assistant

  •Recognized for exceptional contributions in expanding the Initiative for Food and Nutrition Security in Africa (IFNA), enhancing data collection and analysis processes to improve decision-making.•Led capacity-building workshops and facilitated collaboration across diverse stakeholders, driving the effectiveness of urban planning and development projects.•Played a pivotal role in developing the IFNA Country Strategy for Actions (ICSA) Concept Note for Kenya, outlining a strategic approach to address key urban and environmental challenges, including food and nutrition security.•Coordinated comprehensive data collection surveys to inform urban planning projects, ensuring reliable data for strategic development decisions.•Supported research and data analysis for reporting and decision-making, contributing to evidence-based urban planning strategies.•Managed data input and analysis using the JICA Striga database, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for urban development planning.•Assisted in organizing and facilitating capacity-building programs with the Kitui County Government, Ministry of Health, and other stakeholders, strengthening partnerships for sustainable urban solutions.•Conducted in-depth project analysis, identified challenges, recommended corrective actions, and facilitated communication, ensuring successful project implementation and stakeholder engagement.•Led field activities, including environmental monitoring, site visits, and community outreach, ensuring effective urban planning and sustainable development practices.•Provided translation, transcription, and interpretation services, enhancing communication and understanding among diverse stakeholders involved in urban development.•Contributed to the development of strategic urban planning concepts and initiatives that address both immediate and long-term food and nutrition security challenges. Show less

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  Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Data Entry Specialist
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  Koei Africa Co. Ltd.

  Oct 2018 - Jan 2019

  Urban Planning Assistant

  -Conducted the CBD survey on Development strategy for the promotion of Transport Oriented Development.-Conducted the analysis of the Nairobi Intelligent Transport System(ITS). This involved digitizing matatu routes using ArcGIS software -Conducted the Basic Study on the promotion of Road Safety through the matatu Industry.

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  Nippon Koei Co., Ltd

  Nov 2019 - Jan 2022

  Urban Planning Assistant

  -Conducted Data collection survey and analysis for Nairobi Urban Transportation to review the priority projects in the Nairobi Urban Transport Master Plan and Bus public Transport.-Conducted data collection survey for expansion and of Initiative for Food and Nutrition Security in Africa(IFNA) for Kitui County Government.-Facilitated ICSA(IFNA Country Strategy for Actions) through coordination of JICA Survey Team and County Government of Kitui personnel.

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  Freelance

  Jan 2022 - now

  Urban Planner/Data and Research Assistant/ GIS Specialist