Mwende Nancy

Climate Change and Community Development Expert with over 12 years of experience in proposal development, resource mobilization, and programme design across climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and community-based development. Proven ability to develop high-quality concept notes and funding proposals, conduct participatory needs assessments, and align programmes to donor priorities. Strong expertise in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), safeguards compliance, and policy integration, ensuring projects meet both regulatory and donor requirements.

Experienced in working with government institutions, civil society, and community-based organizations, with a focus on gender equality, climate justice, and inclusive development.

Acting Manager – Natural Resource Conservation - Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)

(2025-01)

• Lead implementation of climate and natural resource management programmes across the Tana and Athi River Basins.
• Spearhead proposal development and resource mobilization for climate resilience, conservation, and livelihood initiatives.
• Conduct feasibility studies and concept development for carbon finance and climate investment projects.
• Coordinate partnerships with government, NGOs, and community institutions to support participatory programme design.
• Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and reporting aligned to institutional and donor frameworks.
• Lead and coordinate Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and environmental audits in compliance with NEMA regulations and donor safeguard requirements.
• Conduct baseline studies, stakeholder consultations, and risk analyses to inform project design.
• Integrate ESIA findings into concept notes, proposals, and project implementation frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws, safeguards standards, and regulatory approvals.

Senior Climate Change Officer - TARDA

(2020-01 - 2025-01)

• Developed and implemented climate adaptation and mitigation programmes across the basin.
• Led development of catchment management plans, climate action frameworks, and carbon financing strategies.
• Facilitated community engagement and participatory planning processes.
• Developed proposals and feasibility studies in climate, conservation, and energy sectors.
• Promoted nature-based solutions, circular economy approaches, and sustainable value chains.

Regional Coordinator (Remote) - Mbaitu Inc.

(2021-01 - 2022-01)

• Mobilized resources from diaspora networks to support education and livelihood programmes in ASAL counties.
• Coordinated stakeholder engagement and fundraising initiatives.

Research Officer - TARDA

(2017-01 - 2020-01)

• Supported proposal development, baseline studies, and programme design.
• Conducted data collection, analysis, and reporting for climate and development programmes.
• Facilitated community mobilization and stakeholder consultations.
• Contributed to resource mobilization efforts and donor-compliant proposal writing.

Assistant Data Collection & Analysis Officer - TARDA

(2012-01 - 2017-01)

• Conducted field data collection, analysis, and reporting for research and development programmes.
• Supported research design, tools development, and quality assurance processes.

Quality Controller - Africa Population Health Research Centre (APHRC)

(2010-01 - 2012-01)

• Ensured quality assurance in large-scale research and data collection programmes.
• Supervised field teams and strengthened data management systems.

Intern - OSIENALA – Friends of Lake Victoria

(2009-01 - 2010-01)

• Supported environmental education and sustainable livelihood initiatives.

Master's - strategic management - Kenyatta University

Bachelor - Environmental Studies (Community Development) - Kenyatta University

CPA - Part III Section 5