Logedi Luhangala

Experience

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  KYS

  Jun 2014 - May 2020

  Founder and Managing Director

  KYS is a tech agency providing an academic database based on research and data consolidation that provides study materials and demographic statistics to aid your research and academic work. Founded and scaled an educational consultancy that significantly enhanced student learning outcomes, eveloped a clear business vision and forged strategic partnerships with educational institutions and government agencies and streamlined operations through robust quality assurance practices and continuous improvement. Show less

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  Rift Valley Railways

  Jul 2015 - Jun 2018

  • Key Accounts Coordinator-Liquids

    Aug 2016 - Jun 2018

  • Graduate Trainee

    Jul 2015 - Aug 2016
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  University of Nairobi

  Jan 2019 - Oct 2021

  I acted as the head of projects and programs for 14 months taking over the overall project reporting, team management, performance management, and donor support.✅ Led comprehensive climate change research projects that directly influenced policy decisions and supported climate adaptation strategies.✅ Managed research proposals and secured funding, ensuring that research objectives were met and findings were effectively communicated to policymakers.✅ Managed a digital communication strategy to share research outcomes with academic boards and external stakeholders through detailed reports and presentations.✅ Supervised and mentored a diverse research team, fostering a high-quality work environment and cultivating innovation through initiatives such as the “fail game” for critical evaluation of project data.✅ Trained 14 research assistants, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and securing multiple research grants.✅ Established partnerships with external organizations to broaden research impact and enhance data sharing opportunities.Notable Achievements ✅ Successfully led a climate change research project that directly shaped policy decisions at the national level.✅ Spearheaded the development of Living Labs—human-centered co-design spaces that promoted collaborative research, gender inclusion, and innovation.✅ Mentored a high-performing research team that secured multiple grants and introduced innovative evaluation techniques (e.g., the “fail game”) to improve project outcomes. Show less

  • Senior Research and Project Communication Lead

    Jun 2020 - Oct 2021

  • Research Assistant and Communication Assistant

    Jan 2019 - Jun 2020
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  Green Heart Kilifi

  Oct 2021 - now

  Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Manager

  ✅ In charge of facilitating strategic communication efforts that align with organizational objectives and support robust branding and marketing practices✅ Serve as the custodian of departmental annual planning, steering business strategy, overseeing expansion, and ensuring transparent reporting to the Board of Directors.✅ Guiding the strategic and market operations of the organization by coordinating operational, sales, and go-to-market strategies to drive growth.✅ Developed and continuously evolved the communication strategy, resolving complex challenges and driving decisions to deliver results for both internal and external partners.✅ Leading an aggressive rebranding campaign—redesigning the website, social media presence, and marketing collateral—to reflect updated sustainability values and mission.✅ Securing media coverage that boosts brand visibility and builds trust, using videos, infographics, and community testimonials to reinforce the organization’s commitment to sustainability.✅ Cultivating strong relationships with local government bodies and non-profit organizations, ensuring alignment with community needs and enhancing the organization’s reputation.✅ Overseeing the designing and implementation of stakeholder engagement frameworks that connect organizations with diverse audiences.✅ Securing and managing strategic partnerships, ensuring robust relationships with local government, non-profits, donors, and community groups.✅ Overseeing the planning and execution of diverse projects, such as renewable energy initiatives, environmental education programs reaching 500+ students, and sports-for-conservation campaigns.✅ Leading key infrastructure projects (e.g., water networks, play spaces, and road improvements valued at Ksh. 15 million/USD 99,800) that improve community livelihoods.✅ Pioneer the Kilimo Dada campaign to empower 50 women in regenerative agriculture and drive community-driven development. Show less

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  RePower Project

  Sept 2023 - Feb 2025

  Researcher

  I lead renewable energy research and craft multi-channel communication strategies to transform complex data into actionable insights.✅ Leading research initiatives focused on renewable energy solutions by designing robust methodologies, conducting literature reviews, and analyzing adoption trends to inform strategic decision-making✅ Evaluating large datasets and perform trend analyses that identify key drivers and barriers to renewable energy adoption.✅ Contributing data-driven insights to the strategic planning process, ensuring that research findings align with long-term project objectives and sustainable practices.✅ Developing and executing multi-channel communication strategies designed to connect the organization with key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry experts, and community leaders.✅ Crafting clear, consistent messaging frameworks and branding guidelines that reflect project goals and promote mutual understanding.✅ Implementing digital communication strategies—including webinars, newsletters, and social media campaigns—to effectively disseminate research findings.✅ Designing and maintaining a centralized knowledge management system that archives research outputs, stakeholder communications, and project documentation.✅ Training team members on utilizing analytical tools and the knowledge platform to ensure continuous learning and informed decision-making.Notable Achievements ✅ Successfully implemented a knowledge management platform that streamlined information sharing and improved research collaboration.✅ Delivered actionable research findings that informed strategic renewable energy policies and contributed to a measurable increase in project adoption rates.✅ Developed a communication framework that increased stakeholder engagement by organizing targeted digital campaigns and virtual workshops. Show less