Skills

  •  Strong planning and project management skills
    10
  • Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement
    10
  • Team leadership/Facilitation/Conflict resolution
    10
  • Environmental and social safegurds
    8
  • Financial management and planning
    7
  • Knowledge Technical and Environment
    8
  • Fieldwork and Research
    10

Experience

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Led the establishment of Joint Co-Management Areas (JCMAs) in Kenya’s near-shore waters of Kwale county, collaborating with national and local stakeholders.
  • Represented AESA-East Africa in policy negotiations with the World Bank and government authorities, aligning conservation efforts with development priorities.
  • Developed and implemented capacity-building programs for Beach Management Units (BMUs), empowering local communities in sustainable fisheries management.
  • Conducted ecological assessments and fisheries surveys to guide JCMAs boundary establishment, supporting habitat and biodiversity conservation and resources management.
  • Advised on policy, facilitated Co-management Planning Committees (CPCs), and reviewed frameworks for co-management strategies.
  • Designed monitoring frameworks to assess co-management effectiveness and ecological impact.
  • Managed a multidisciplinary team of six (6) scientists, 45 enumerators and 3 technical project staff, ensuring effective project execution and delivery of objectives.
  • Prepared reports and presentations for donors, facilitated workshops, and ensured transparent stakeholder communication.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • September, 2022 - December, 2023
  • Parttime
  • Developed collaborative agreements with stakeholders to address climate-induced pressures on wildlife habitats, driving biodiversity conservation efforts.
  • Led the creation of partnership frameworks to manage climate threats to wildlife and ecosystems, enhancing stakeholder collaboration.
  • Established a Coordinating Committee for stakeholder engagement and data collection, enabling targeted interventions for climate vulnerability assessments.
  • Promoted inter-agency collaboration, facilitating integrated approaches to mitigate climate impacts on biodiversity and human-wildlife conflicts.
  • Implemented strategic project management, focusing on annual planning and evaluation to address climate vulnerabilities and community needs.
  • Engaged stakeholders including Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), County Government of Narok, Community Wildlife Conservancies Association (CWCA), the national government to develop agreements tackling poaching and illegal wildlife trafficking, emphasizing collaboration against poaching and related threats.
  • Delivered capacity-building initiatives, integrating climate science into wildlife conservation strategies for informed, climate-resilient interventions.
  • Highlighted the economic and social benefits of collaborative conservation efforts, promoting climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods within communities.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Co-developed a grazing management tool for committees to plan grazing based on ecological conditions, and identify grassland restoration areas, significantly enhancing rangeland sustainability.
  • Organized and facilitated training sessions for JustDiggit staff and community members on the use of the grazing tool and a vegetation identification guide, empowering local stakeholders to improve rangeland management practices.
  • Developed customized training materials for community end-users, including grazing committee members, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and application of the tool in real-world scenarios.
  • Supervised JustDiggit and partner teams during the use of the grazing management tool and vegetation guide, ensuring accurate application and contributing to effective monitoring of the rangelands.
  • Provided continuous technical backstopping and made necessary adjustments to the grazing management tool post-training, improving its adaptability to local ecological and management conditions.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Led the development of a 5-year monitoring plan for Grey Crowned Crane conservation across East Africa, integrating scientific research through a multi-country consortium.
  • Mentored field-based staff in data collection and monitoring and build their capacity on application of Survey 123 and Kobo Collect Apps.
  • Utilized Remote Sensing imagery & GIS resources for monitoring data analysis, mapping and reporting.
  • Provided strategic direction for conservation strategies, aligning with effective program planning and implementation.
  • Fostered collaborations through Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with research institutions in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda to support policy development.
  • Guided project sites in East Africa on comprehensive M&E plan development and adherence.
  • Ensured budget adherence and conducted monthly project output reviews.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • April, 2022 - September, 2022
  • Parttime
  • Developed and executed comprehensive tools for household surveys, FGDs, and KIIs to gather socio-economic data crucial for ecosystem management planning.
  • Organized stakeholder consultations and led a baseline assessment of terrestrial ecosystems, ensuring collaborative input for management interventions.
  • Led forums to strategize the implementation of Ecosystem Management Plans, fostering partnerships and informed decision-making among stakeholders.
  • Utilized GIS, Remote Sensing, and community-developed maps to identify key ecosystems and management interventions, enhancing resource management.
  • Promoted inter-county collaboration through multi-stakeholder validation forums, supporting cross-boundary natural resource protection and conservation.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Supported the creation of research frameworks and methodologies for community-based conservation projects.
  • Led field activities in Kenyan counties, training enumerators, overseeing soil assessments, and ensuring high-quality data collection.
  • Conducted Key Informant Interviews (KII) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and managed data analysis to support community-centered conservation efforts.
  • Contributed to the validation, synthesis, and reporting of research findings, ensuring that results were communicated effectively for conservation strategies.
  • Played a key role in linking research insights with practical conservation strategies through community engagement and data-driven decision-making.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Recruited and managed local staff, collaborating with consultants to ensure effective skills transfer and capacity building.
  • Developed household questionnaires, FGD, and KII guides, collecting qualitative and quantitative data for national and regional water resources management.
  • Coordinated county-level and national stakeholder workshops addressing concerns on water resource protection, fostering collaboration and dialogue.
  • Provided data and analysis to guide national and regional water management policies and reported project updates in virtual meetings.
  • Promoted community participation in water resources management, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and empowerment at various levels.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Conducted comprehensive desktop reviews of Environmental and Social Screening Checklists used in GIZ, EU, World Bank, and ADB projects.
  • Facilitated extensive public consultations with key stakeholders across nine project countries within the Nile Basin to gather diverse perspectives.
  • Engaged representatives from governments, civil society, NGOs, community-based organizations (CBOs), and local community groups to ensure an inclusive approach to environmental and social considerations.
  • Conducted three pivotal field visits and face-to-face stakeholder workshops in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda to enhance stakeholder collaboration.
  • Developed key frameworks, including the Integrated Environmental and Social Safeguards Checklist, the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), Environmental and Social Site Monitoring Checklist, and the Code of Conduct for Workers, implemented across 73 Hydromet Stations in the Nile Basin countries.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Identified key stakeholders for consultations to enhance understanding of the diverse project landscape.
  • Organized and facilitated inclusive workshops in Kenya and Uganda, setting benchmarks for effective consultations.
  • Prepared consultation reports that guided the development of safeguard instruments across nine countries, demonstrating strategic project management.
  • Engaged effectively with governments, NGOs, and local communities, showcasing strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Documented lessons learned from the stakeholder engagement process, contributing to knowledge management and continuous improvement in project implementation.
  • Ensured an inclusive approach to stakeholder engagement, empowering local communities to actively participate in developing environmental and social safeguards.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Organized and facilitated workshops in Naivasha and Timau focused on biodiversity and conservation practices in agricultural settings.
  • Reviewed and analyzed previous biodiversity survey reports to inform future conservation efforts.
  • Developed the first comprehensive inventory of birds, plants, and mammals in flower farms, enhancing knowledge of local biodiversity.
  • Formulated strategies to improve biodiversity and manage water flow in wetlands, promoting ecological health.
  • Prepared final reports on survey findings and training activities, documenting outcomes and recommendations for stakeholders.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Led implementation of the project “Performance Assessment of Beach Management Units (BMUs) implementing Fisheries Co-Management Approach in the Turkana Basin”, Funded by the Master Card Foundation and National Research Fund.
  • Conducted secondary literature reviews and desk research in relation to potential of Aquaculture production as alternative to capture fisheries production.
  • Oversaw the collection of primary data using qualitative methods of data capture.
  • Conducted stakeholder identification, analysis and designed strategies for their management.
  • Coundted monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of 70% of BMUs implementing the fisheries co-management approach in the Turkana Basin.
  • Established the challenges facing BMUs and co-management in the basin.
  • Established the role and contribution of fisheries in enhancing the economic well-being of local communities in Turkana County.
  • Showcased the protential for establishing aquaculture cage fish farms in Lake Tukana as an alternative to freshwater capture fisheries for income generation for BMUs.
  • Presented part of the findings during the 1st East Africa Science & Technology (EASTECO) conference in Uganda.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Developed and executed data collection tools, including focus group discussion (FGD) guides, key informant interview (KII) schedules, and household survey questionnaires, ensuring comprehensive socio-economic assessments.
  • Organized and facilitated six participatory workshops for marine and coastal resource identification, engaging diverse stakeholders and prioritizing critical coastal assets and hazards, including a national-level workshop in Nairobi.
  • Fostered community empowerment by incorporating diverse perspectives into the identification and prioritization of key coastal resources, supporting local engagement in coastal conservation.
  • Analyzed workshop outcomes and produced detailed reports, effectively translating workshop insights into actionable recommendations, showcasing strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Bridged scientific research with practical policy measures by facilitating the prioritization of coastal assets and hazards, contributing to the development of effective coastal management strategies.

Maurice Ogoma

Education
  • September, 2016 - December, 2021

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Created and trained local stakeholders on resilient climate-smart livelihoods to enhance community adaptability.
  • Trained 12 facilitators, who subsequently trained 48 enumerators on the Community Climate Change Adaptation Assessment (C3A2) tools for participatory climate data collection.
  • Developed and produced various Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, including banners, brochures, and media content, to raise awareness.
  • Collaboratively created three Community-Based Adaptation Action Plans (CBAPs) with stakeholder input to address local climate challenges.
  • Promoted sustainable water harvesting techniques for domestic, agricultural, and livestock use to enhance resilience.
  • Participatively established three demonstration plots for community training and income generation.
  • Spearheaded the restoration of approximately 20 acres of degraded papyrus ecosystems, contributing to environmental sustainability.
  • Conducted radio drama and puppetry outreaches in public places such as schools and market centers to engage and educate the community.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Established an inventory of breeding waterbirds in the Tana River Delta and assessed the impact of floods on their breeding success.
  • Evaluated community opinions and attitudes on wetlands management, contributing to enhanced conservation efforts by recommending sustainable livelihoods for effective management of the Tana River Delta wetlands.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Conducted comprehensive biodiversity surveys (including avifauna inventory, fisheries, wetland vegetation, and aquatic mammals) on behalf of the Lake Kenyatta Water Resource Users Associations (WRUAs) and Beach Management Unit (BMU).
  • Engaged local stakeholders in data collection efforts, enhancing community understanding and ownership of marine and coastal protection initiatives.
  • Undertook geospatial mapping to support conservation efforts and inform management decisions.
  • Facilitated collaboration among stakeholders to promote inclusive dialogue and collective action towards conservation goals.
  • Orchestrated stakeholder workshops to foster inclusive discussions and contribute to the development of relevant by-laws for sustainable resource management.

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Led the establishment of Site Support Groups (SSGs) as co-management institutions focused on supporting conservation efforts in marine and coastal Important Bird Areas (IBAs) for biodiversity and habitat protection in Kenya.
  • Fostered community involvement and empowerment of local stakeholders in conservation initiatives for marine and coastal resource protection.
  • Led the collection of socio-economic data to develop alternative nature-based income-generating activities.
  • Coordinated and conducted detailed monitoring activities across 15 IBAs, ensuring effective data collection for marine and coastal protection.

Maurice Ogoma

Education

Maurice Ogoma

Work experience
  • Conducted surveys and monitoring of Kenya’s Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBAs) to assess conservation status and biodiversity.
  • Organized research expeditions and seminars to promote knowledge sharing and collaboration in conservation efforts.
  • Engaged community leaders at conservation sites to foster local participation in biodiversity protection initiatives.
  • Represented the National Museums of Kenya (NMK) in IBA meetings with various stakeholders, facilitating dialogue and collaboration on conservation strategies.

Maurice Ogoma

Education

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