Prof. Joseph Mailutha, is a retired Kenyan Agricultural Engineer with over four decades of experience in academia, public service, and consultancy. He holds a PhD in Agricultural Engineering (Renewable Energy) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and advanced degrees in Farm Machinery and Energy from Krakow University of Agriculture, Poland.
Prof. Mailutha served as Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning, and Finance) at Kisii University and Associate Professor at JKUAT, mentoring postgraduate students, leading research, and fostering institutional growth. He also worked with Kenya’s Ministry of Agriculture, spearheading rural structures and farm machinery initiatives. His extensive leadership experience, technical strategic planning and institutional development, would bring visionary leadership, innovative solutions, and a commitment to fostering growth and sustainability.
Prof. Linus Gitonga is the Vice Chancellor of Karatina University. He was appointed to the position on 12th September, 2023. He served as the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Planning, Finance and Administration. Previously, He served as the Deputy Principal in charge of the same portfolio before the institution’s transition to University status. In that capacity as head of Planning, Finance and Administration Division, he was responsible for overseeing preparation and implementation of budgets, performance contracting and general infrastructural growth of the university. He also served as a member of the Board at the Kenya Innovation Agency (KENIA) where he was chair of the Finance and HR Committee. Further, he has served in the Board of Mikumbune Secondary School as a member and Chairman.
Prof. Linus Gitonga is a full professor of entomology and holds a PhD from JKUAT and Masters of Science degrees from Kenyatta University. He has long teaching and research experience at JKUAT and held several administrative positions. He served as the Director Academic Programs at both Taita Taveta Campus and Meru University College of Science and Technology. In the course of his work he has supervised many postgraduate students and is well published.
Eng. David Opiyo is the Chair Finance, HR and Infrastructure Development Committee. He holds an MBA in Financial Management and Investment and a degree in Mechanical Engineering (Hons). He is the Director of Enterprise Management, EMR Consult Ltd in Nairobi and is a Lead Consultant in Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit since 2009. He has been a Lead Expert in Resource profiling and Development of Industrialization policy for Kisii, Nyamira, Meru, Baringo and Uasin Gishu among others He is a member of Engineers Registration Board, Kenya from 1977. Previously he has worked as Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Industrial Estates Ltd (2002-2003), a position he rose to from a Project Officer then to General Manager Operations
CPA Pauline Kitsao Luganje holds a Master of Business and Administration in Finance from Kenya Methodist University and Certified Public Accountant of Kenya. She retired from the Civil Service at the position of Chief Finance Officer. She is a member of two professional association Institute of Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Women Accountants of Kenya (AWAK). She is a registered Member of Kenya Accountants Board. She has wealth of experience in Public sector in respect to Strategic leadership, project development, budget formulation and execution, expenditure controls and reporting, procurement processes and corporate governance.
Mr. Nicholas Kunga Ngece holds Master of Science and Bachelor degree in Science. He is the Convener/Coordinator for the Sustainability Impact Network Africa. He is an Expert in Project Cycle Design, Planning & Management of Finance Grants and Human Resources. He has done consultancies in Programme Design, Management, and MEAL. He has previously worked as a Resource Mobilization Specialist at DETRA- Africa Consulting. He has experiences as Programme/Grants Manager in Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change for Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA)/ Embassy of Sweden. Further, he has served as a Regional Projects Coordinator for Carbon- zero Balance Africa Ltd
Malik Aman is a distinguished Environmental Economist with over 20 years of expertise in climate finance, climate change adaptation, and policy advocacy. He holds a Master of Science in Environmental Economics and has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing Kenya’s climate resilience agenda.
As a Council Member at the University of Karatina, Malik serves as the alternate representative of the Principal Secretary of the National Treasury, contributing his expertise to governance and institutional development. At the National Treasury Climate Finance and Green Economy Unit, he plays a pivotal role in shaping strategies to mobilize resources and implement sustainable, impactful climate initiatives.
In his role as Program Manager for the Financing Locally Led Climate Action Program (FLLoCA), Malik oversees transformative efforts that empower national and county governments to deliver effective climate action to local communities, addressing climate risks and fostering resilience. With extensive experience in mobilizing climate finance, influencing policy frameworks at both local and international levels, and championing locally led approaches to climate adaptation, he integrates global climate goals with actionable, community-driven strategies to ensure sustainable and equitable resilience
Ms. Winnie Mwai is a seasoned professional with a Master’s degree in Business Management (MBA) specializing in Strategic Management (2007) and a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations (2004), both from USIU. She also holds a Diploma in Business Administration from Kenya Polytechnic (1992).
With over 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors, Ms. Mwai possesses extensive expertise in governance, leadership, and management, particularly within the public sector.
Dr. James Mwangi Kiburi is an education expert with a PhD in Educational Psychology at Maasai Mara University, Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from Moi University, a Bachelor of Education (Science) from Kenyatta University.
He serves as Director of Education in the Ministry of Education, with over 30 years of experience in leadership, policy, and administration. Mr. Kiburi has held key roles, including Acting Director of Higher Education (2016–2018), Senior Education Officer and Assistant Director of City Education at the Nairobi City Council (2002–2007), and secondary school teacher and Deputy Head Teacher under the Teachers Service Commission (1990–1999).
His career reflects a commitment to advancing education through strategic leadership and policy development.