Phenny Okech

Experience

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  Kenya Marine and Fisheries Reaserch Institute

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Intern

  Gained experience in; Use of Lake Victoria Standard Operating Procedures Determination of physiochemical parameters, measurement of algae,BOD,TSS,TDS Classification and identification of fresh waters fishes and fish species, feeds and feeding habits of fish Measurements of primary productivity Aquatic research laboratory practice and organization procedure Data on population structures and other fisheries aspects Reproductive biology identification of maturity stages Show less

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  Kenya forest service headquarters-karura

  May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Intern

    Participated in data collection, entry, analysis and management in forest mensuration/inventory Participated in implementation of the national forest monitoring system Participated in Identification, conceptualization, formulation, development, designing implementation and monitoring of multidisplinary research projects in forest inventory and natural resources assessment. Drafted proposals to seek funding from within and outside Kenya Forest Service.

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  Centre for Environment Justice and Development (CEJAD)

  Mar 2018 - Feb 2021

  Project Intern, Project assistant, Project Officer-Mercury programme

  I served in different positions as project intern, project assistant and project officer campaigning for Elimination of Mercury use in Artisanal and Small Scale Gold Mining(ASGM), Phasedown of Mercury use in dentistry and Phase-out of Mercury added products in Kenya; through awareness raising, Advocacy and capacity building .Specific responsibilities include: Providing day-to-day management and coordination of project activities including timely and quality delivery of all project outputs and prepare project work plans, reports (including Final report and their presentation to donors) and official correspondence; Promoting awareness creation on environmental and health problems associated with chemicals and waste. Participated in cleanup activities at the coastal beaches under solid waste management projects. Participated in promoting alternative livelihoods women empowerment and promoting circular economy in waste management. Conducted health and safety trainings for stakeholders. Organized and attended meetings advocating for pro-sustainability policy and legal frameworks. Monitored and assessed progress of organization activities Conducted and participated in research that generate knowledge for influencing sound policies and actions  Conducted field visits, data entry and analysis Developed project proposals and prepared project reports Updated organization activities on the website and social media platforms. Show less

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  Environmental Management Consultancy (EMC)

  Feb 2021 - now

  Environmental Consultant

  I promote environmental sustainability by assisting investors acquire necessary environmental licenses & permit and assisting existing entrepreneurs to comply to the environmental laws and regulations in their businesses. Our work covers projects in various sectors (Housing & Infrastructure, Tourism& Hospitality, Transport& Communication, Water resources, Energy).Specific responsibilities include: Conducting Environment and social impact assessments / Environmental Audit StudiesWriting and submission of EIA/EA reports proposed projects to NEMA for licensingConducting baseline surveys and public participation for proposed projectsAdvising Clients on Best Environmental Practices and assisting them in application of environmental permits such as Effluent Discharge Licenses, Waste transportation and disposal licenses/permits, application for primary plastic packaging. Show less