Duncan Okelo

Duncan Okelo

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Graduate Urban Planner| Sustainability| Master Planning| Land Use Analysis| Community Engagement| Policy Development.

  • Education

    • Technical University of Kenya

      2015 - 2020
      Bachelor of the Built Environment City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

      ArcGIS, QGIS, URBAN STUDIO, REGIONAL STUDIO, RURAL STUDIO, SITE PLANNING,LANDSCAPE STUDIO

    • Kanyawanga High School

      2011 - 2014

      Activities and Societies: School choir, Field Hockey captain , Geography Club chair, Students' Council leader, Adventist Youth Organisation Leader,

  • Experience

    • 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

    • Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

      Jan 2018 - Jan 2019
      Data Entry Specialist
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Freelance

      Jan 2022 - now
      Urban Planner/Data and Research Assistant/ GIS Specialist
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Smart Cities: Solving Urban Problems Using Technology

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Certified Urban Planner

      Kenya Institute of Planners
    • Strategic Planning and Urban Design Foundations

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • The Key to Good Communication: Your Audience

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2020
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Blood donation volunteer

      Issued by RED CROSS on Dec 2014
      RED CROSSAssociated with Duncan Okelo
    • Polio vaccination volunteer

      Issued by Ministry of health-Kenya on Aug 2015
      Ministry of health-KenyaAssociated with Duncan Okelo