Pauline Wanjuki

Hardworking professional with hands on experience in lab and field operations, including plant disease and pest diagnostics, research support and training students. Experienced in coordinating field activities, data collection and stakeholder engagement in research projects. Career focus is project management in agriculture, with emphasis on planning, coordination, monitoring and sustainable plant health initiatives.

Data enumerator / Research Assistant - CABI - Kenya

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

• Social and behaviour change communication pest risk reduction and performance in Kenya survey (2025)
• Biological control of Papaya mealy bug in Kenya survey (2025)
• Prevalence and economic burden of mango mealyug in East Africa survey (2024)
• Testing the effectiveness of private agricultural service provision in Kenya survey (2024)
• KS1758 – Fruits & Vegetables Value Chain survey (2023)
• Pest Risk Information Services (PRISE) survey (2023)
• Supported sampling, listing and tracking of study participants
• Collected quantitative and qualitative data across different counties
• Cleaned and submitted data daily to the central database
• Maintained data confidentiality and ethical standards
• Liaised with team members and stakeholders to support field activities

Volunteer-Research Assistant/Laboratory Technologist - KALRO-NARL - Kabete, Kenya

(2018-01 - 2018-12)

• Coordinated field sampling of soil and diseased plants for laboratory analysis
• Supported nematode extraction, identification and crop damage assessment
• Conducted laboratory diagnostics for plant pathogens (bacteria, fungi, and viruses)
• Used microscopy for identification and reporting of plant parasitic nematodes
• Advised farmers on proper field sampling procedures
• Supported maintenance and proper use of laboratory equipment

Research Assistant/Laboratory Technician Mushroom Initiative Project - Egerton, Kenya - Egerton, Kenya

(2012-01 - 2017-12)

• Planned and implemented mushroom research and production activities across regions
• Coordinated fieldwork and managed laboratory processes, including tissue culture and spawn production
• Developed SOPs and supervised trials to improve yield and production methods
• Trained and supported farmers on mushroom production and best practices
• Managed project resources and supplies, ensuring accountability and efficiency
• Collected, analyzed and reported data to support decisions and donor reporting

Laboratory Technician, Part time - Egerton, Kenya - Egerton, Kenya

(2015-05 - 2016-08)

• Supported laboratory practical sessions and student supervision
• Assisted in research and data collection
• Developed basic laboratory protocols
• Managed lab materials, equipment and records
• Maintained cleanliness and safety in the lab

Research Assistant-Mycorrhiza Project, Part time - Egerton, Kenya - Egerton, Kenya

(2012-06 - 2013-08)

• Rehabilitation of MAU forests by planting indigenous tree spp
• Data collection and reporting
• Community mobilization

PhD - Crop Protection - University of Nairobi (2022-01 - 2025-12)

Master of Science - Plant Pathology - Egerton University (2011-01 - 2016-12)

Bachelor of Science - Plant Pathology - Egerton University (2007-01 - 2011-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - St.

Catherine

Girls-Nthagayia (2002-01 - 2005-12)