Physical Planning and GIS Assistant - URBAN LINES CONSULTANT - Njoro Township, Nakuru
(2026-04)
Provision of consultancy services for Integrated Strategic Urban Development Plan for Njoro Township, Nakuru. The goal of ISUDP is to provide strategies and a roadmap on how to activate the physical and social economic activities in Njoro Town within a viable urban growth model and sustainable environment.
- Understanding and documenting the current growth patterns, challenges, and opportunities in Njoro Town.
- Developing a shared vision and practical solutions for Njoro growth with input from residents, businesses, and community groups.
- Developing urban regeneration strategies and create detailed action plans to spur sustainable environmental and socio-economic growth.
- Preparing an integrated spatial plan and strategies to guide development within Njoro Town.
- Creating a governance and service delivery framework that meets the evolving needs of Njoro as it grows into a modern municipality.
Physical Planning, GIS and Surveying Assistant - NAKUPLAN CONSULTANTS LTD - Kisii County
(2024-05 - 2026-02)
Provision of consultancy services for planning, survey and demarcation of 37 market centres within Kisii County. Undertaking validation of land ownership, boundaries, and legal status of land parcels in 37 selected Centres within Kisii County. The exercise is expected to demarcate centre Boundaries, confirm land Ownership, validate plot allotment Status, Update Land Records and determine discrepancies related to land ownership or boundaries through proper investigation and verification.
The exercise will also provide advisory centre Scheme Plans that may guide future land use planning and development, cadastral surveying of plots in the centre and surrounding areas and subsequently enabling tenure security within the specific selected centre.
- I assisted in Identifying, demarcating and monumenting the boundaries of each centre with the county and community leaders to prevent disputes and conflicts over land encroachment.
- Validated the legal right or title within the centre boundary held by either individuals, organizations, or government agencies and therefore updating Land Records:
- I verified the rightful allottees of land parcels by crossreferencing land records, allotments, deeds, and any other legal and transactional documents. (Validating plot allotment)
- Updated land registries and databases for the selected centre; through scanning and digitization of existing RIMs, Development plans and Centre Scheme Plans, undertake digital mapping of each centre and develop accurate and current information about land ownership, boundaries, and transactions.
- Carried out public participation and stakeholder engagement in selected centres.
- Prepared advisory centre Scheme Plans for selected centres; Centre scheme plans aid in determining Centre boundaries and legal plot allottees to facilitate efficient land use, support infrastructure development, and promote economic growth within selected Centre.
Physical Planning Assistant - URBAN LINES CONSULTANTS LTD jv KENA CONSULT (PTY) LTD - Nairobi and Nakuru Counties
(2022-12 - 2024-03)
Development of Settlement Level Community Development Plans Including Sub-Action Plans on Socio-Economic Inclusion, Investment Selection, Crime and Violence Prevention, Disaster Management and Solid Waste Management in selected Informal Settlements in Nairobi and Nakuru Counties (8 No. Settlements) Cluster 2
- Established the required base maps for each settlement;
- Established geo-referenced status quo data on all relevant issues for each subplan;
- Established geo-referenced priority issues/ problems/challenges relevant to each subplan;
- Geo-referenced priority proposals that were included in each sub-plan.
- Liaised with the project GIS Expert (team leader and quality control manager) and other sub-contractors to prepare the overall GIS methodology, tools and principles to be integrated in data collection tools for each of the five-sub-plans in the 8 settlements;
- Prepared base maps on which to populate all the attributes relevant to the subplan per settlement area;
- Assisted in development of eight (8) CDPs representing key attributes for each sub-plan and supported by five sub-plans including: Socio-Economic Inclusion Plans, Community Disaster Management Plans, Crime and Violence Prevention Action Plans, Community Solid Waste Management Plans, Community Infrastructural Investment Plans
- Developed Composite maps for the five consolidated Community Development Plans;
- Updated base maps and created specific thematic maps for each sub-plan and CDP as appropriate and in consultations with the project management team and the other sub-consultants;
- Provided the data layers in a format compatible with the specifications of the client
Physical Planning Assistant - CLARENT URBAN CONSULTANTS
(2021-11)
- Prepared Land Use Development Plans that help identify the best land use practices for different areas, promoting sustainable development.
- Conducted, thorough field inspections for development proposals, ensured compliance with local and national regulations and standards, to ensure safety and sustainability.
- Utilized my expertise as a physical planner, to prepare and interpret maps that provide a clear visualization of land use plans, allowing us to identify development constraints and opportunities, leading to more informed decisions.
- Coordinated with local government officials to ensure that development applications were approved and complied with all regulatory standards, ensuring that the community's safety and well-being are always a top priority.
Physical Planning Assistant - GIS LIMITED - Lamu County
(2021-06 - 2021-09)
- Prepared Local Physical and Land Use Development Plans for Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County, which involved assessing and recommending the best land use practices for different areas to maximize their potential.
- Created base maps and various thematic maps for Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County, which assisted in visualizing land use plans and identifying development opportunities for the region.
- Prepared a Situation Analysis Report for Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County that identified the current state of the land and recommended development opportunities, ensuring that we were well-informed before making important decisions.
- Developed proposals and strategic structure plans that guided development decisions for Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County and ensured that the plans were comprehensive and forward-thinking.
- Prepared zoning plans and plan narratives for Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County, which helped guide development decisions and ensure that everything was in compliance with local and national regulations.
- By providing input and preliminary data of the Mkokoni and Dodori within Lamu County to support the development planning process, I ensured that we had all the necessary information to make informed decisions and create comprehensive plans for the region.
Assistant GIS Expert - GIS LIMITED - Kisumu County
(2021-06 - 2021-09)
Mapping out the land use and land cover practices in Kisumu County, I was able to provide a comprehensive understanding of the area's development potential.
- Provided input into Image Interpretation and Identification of Various Classes of identified Land Uses/Land Cover within Kisumu County
- Digitized and Edited of Attributes to shapefile(s) of land use and land cover types in Kisumu County and subsequent Field Work Survey and Verification
- Prepared a comprehensive Project Report detailing the methodology and tools used to develop the shapefiles of land use and land cover types in Kisumu County
- With my creation of digital building footprints for Kisumu County, we are now able to visualize the land use plans and make more informed development decisions.
Physical Planning Assistant - NAKUPLAN CONSULTANTS LTD - Nakuru County
(2020-06 - 2021-03)
Preparation of ten-year GIS-based Local Physical and Land Use Development Plans (LPLUDPs) for various urban areas within Nakuru County. The main objective of the project was to prepare LPLUDPs for the selected 29 Urban Areas that played a central role in facilitating plot owners access to land ownership documents, enabling prosperous urban economic growth while guiding and controlling sustainable development within the selected urban areas;
- Conducted reconnaissance and Transect Survey of the selected urban areas
- Provided input and preliminary data of the selected urban areas within Nakuru County to support the development planning process as a crucial part
- Undertook Situational Analysis of the socio-economic, physical, environmental and communal characteristics of the selected urban areas.
- Assisted in visualizing land use plans, prepared base maps and various thematic maps for selected urban areas within Nakuru County.
- Ensured effective public participation and key stakeholder engagement that achieved meaningful local communities and vulnerable groups involvement during the planning process;
- Prepared sectoral development strategies including Economic Growth and Wealth Creation; Transportation and Physical Infrastructure Provision; Housing and Human Settlement Development and Social Facilities Improvement.
- I prepared Local Physical and Land Use Development Plans for selected urban areas within Nakuru County that will provide a clear guide for sustainable development decisions.
- Prepared zoning plans and plan narratives for selected urban areas within Nakuru County to guide development decisions and ensure that the development process is streamlined.
- Ensured that the right beneficiaries and plot owners benefit from the proposed developments, I prepared draft lists of beneficiaries/plot owners in the selected urban areas within Nakuru County.
- Prepared monthly progress reports to update stakeholders on the progress of the development planning process to ensure transparency and accountability.
Assistant Physical Planner (Internship) - County Government of Nyandarua: Land, Housing and Physical Planning Department - Nyandarua County
(2017-03 - 2019-06)
- I prepared local development plans that guide development decisions, ensuring that development is carried out in a sustainable manner while complying with local and national regulations and standards.
- Setting specific planning objectives and monitoring progress was an essential part of my role to ensure that development was carried out according to plan and that any issues are addressed promptly.
- My experience in preparing Part Development plans that provided detailed guidance on the use and development of land within specific areas, ensuring that development decisions are made in a strategic manner.
- Reviewing and scrutinizing development applications, including Physical planning reports, PDPs, Building plans, EIA, and EA, was a critical aspect of my work to ensure that development proposals comply with regulatory standards and do not negatively impact the environment or community.
- I was passionate about generating innovative ideas to improve sustainable development for the county, such as promoting green infrastructure, supporting local businesses, and encouraging community involvement in the planning process.
- As part of the Ol'Kalou clean-up program, I assisted with resolving land disputes to promote a peaceful and sustainable community.
- My experience was vital in squatter's resettlement programs, which supported the relocation of squatters to appropriate locations, providing them with security of land tenure and improved living conditions and access to essential services.
- Conducting development control was an integral part of my role, ensuring that development is carried out according to plan and that any issues are addressed promptly to promote sustainable development for the community.
Student Teacher - Nakuru School
(2014-01 - 2014-07)
