Raphael Matu

Experience

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  UNIVERSITIES

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2018

  Lecturing Experience - University Lecturer

  • Kenyatta University (KU) - Part-time (2012 - 2018) Kenya · On-site - Delivered lectures on Micro and Macroeconomics, business management, finance, and corporate strategy - Mentored students and supervised research projects• Machakos University- Part-time (Sep 2017 - Dec 2017) Kenya · On-site - Lectured on Micro and Macro Economics, strategic management, and business analysis• Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) - Part-time (2008 - 2017) Kenya · On-site: - Taught finance, investment analysis, and business ethics• Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) - part-time (2008 - 2014) Kenya · On-site - Taught courses in Economics, business strategy, finance, and entrepreneurship• University of Sunderland U.K (Intel College) Part-time (2008 - 2012) - Lectured on international business management and corporate finance• Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) Part-time (2008 - 2012) Kenya · On-site - Covered topics in financial management, Economics, and strategic planning Show less

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  Royal Business School

  Sept 2009 - now

  CEO Royal Business School

  • Overseeing the institution's strategic direction, curriculum development, and operational management• Ensuring the delivery of quality education and training services.• Leading the development of curriculum and training programs.

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  Kasneb

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  Panel Team Leader

  • Serve as the panel team leader for Economics, Quantitative Techniques, and Mathematics in the syllabus review.• Lead efforts to update and improve the KASNEB syllabus.• Work closely with educational stakeholders to ensure high standards.

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  Finsolution Consultants Limited

  Aug 2010 - now

  Strategic Planning and International Development Consultant• Led the formulation and implementation of strategic plans for: - CBK Pension Fund (2024-2027) - BANKI KUU Pension Scheme 2012 (2024-2027) - KTDA Farmers Company Limited (KFC)(2024-2029) - Directed stakeholder engagement and strategy formulation for sustainability• Managed strategic plan development for multiple NG-CDF constituencies - focusing on equitable resource distribution - Samburu-North Constituency (2023–2027) - Igembe South Constituency (2023–2027) - Kiambu Town Constituency (2023–2027) - Gatundu North Constituency (2017–2022) - Ndia Constituency (2017–2022)International Development Projects• Lead Economist Kenya Urban Support Programmes (KUSP) - a World Bank Project - Beneficiary & Social Economic Impact Assessment - Coordinated the strategic framework for sustainable urban development• Short Term Expert GFA/GIZ(Germany) - Proposal Writing and Grant Management (Contract) - Provided consultancy on capacity building and sustainable development initiatives• Labour Market Economist/expert GIZ/KFW (German Development Bank) (contract)– Centre for Youth Entrepreneurship and Empowerment - Advised on financial mechanisms for sustainable projects across multiple sectors - Conducted market research & feasibility studies for youth empowerment projects in collaboration with the ICON-Institute on initiatives for GIZ/KFW and the GoK• Financial Consultant NIRAS (GIZ) - Water for Food (W4F) Project - Guided water resource management strategies development• Resource Person AGRISS (DACCA Project) - Financial Management for NGO’s - Developed agricultural strategies to enhance food security• Resource Person PELUM Kenya - Financial Management for NGO’s - Led strategic planning process, focusing on ecological land use management Show less Significant Projects and Consulting Experience:• Trainer of Trainers (TOT) / Lead Trainer • Sinapis – Business, Finance, and Entrepreneurship (contract) Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 · 4 yrs Nairobi County, Kenya · On-site - Supported organizational strategic growth through targeted consultancy Training• Resource Person • Kenya School of Government. EU - IDEAS Project (Baringo KSG, Embu KSG) - Designed strategic frameworks for local economic development• Lead Consultant • Somali Airlines – The revival of Somali Airlines - Consulted on strategic initiatives for national carrier revitalization• Resource Person • Sacco’s (KETSA, Utafiti, New-Forties, Izwe) - Facilitating strategic planning to enhance member benefits, capacity building, board training, and financial stability Show less

  • Lead Economist and Projects Team lead

    Aug 2010 - now

  • Team Leader and Lead Consultant

    Aug 2010 - now
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  ICPAK (Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya)

  Jan 2012 - now

  Lead Economic Trainer

  • Delivering advanced training sessions in economics for certified accountants.• Developing curriculum and training materials for economic courses.• Mentoring and coaching participants to enhance their understanding of economic principles.• Evaluating the effectiveness of training programs and making improvements.

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  Kasneb

  Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

  Panel Team Leader

  • Lead the panel team for the review of Economics, Quantitative Techniques, and Mathematics syllabus.• Collaborate with educational experts to update and improve the syllabus.• Ensure the syllabus met the standards of the Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB).

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  MATU WAHOME & ASSOCIATES

  Jan 2021 - now

  Senior Partner

  • Power Learn Project (PLP AFRICA) (2023 - current) - Provide audit and tax consultancy services, focusing on compliance and optimization• KIREY GROUP (2023 - current) - Leading financial audits and provided strategic advice on financial management