Irene Odhiambo Profile

Name of Staff: Irene Odhiambo

Designation/Rank: Assistant Registrar

Department/School: Directorate of Research, Human Rights and Gender

A. Educational Background/Qualification

Master of Business Administration (Strategic Management), Laikipia University, Kenya
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Egerton University, Kenya

B. Brief Auto-biography

Irene Odhiambo is a seasoned worker currently employed as Assistant Registrar with over twelve (12) years of experience in various administrative roles within the academic sector. Holding a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Strategic Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, she has honed her skills in planning, monitoring and evaluation throughout her career.

Currently stationed in the Directorate of Research, Human Rights and Gender, she has previously handled critical responsibilities in the Office of the Vice Chancellor, focusing on University Council matters and in the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Standards, managing institutional quality assurance matters. Notably, she has been instrumental in managing Planning and Performance Contracting, Corruption Prevention and Public Complaints Handling and Reporting, while demonstrating unwavering integrity and commitment to governance principles. With a proven track record of leadership, effective communication and resilience, Irene excels in fostering teamwork and driving organizational success. Her journey from an Administrative Assistant to an Assistant Registrar underscores her dedication and capability in administrative roles.

Irene has enriched her professional journey through extensive training in various domains, including quality assurance, quality management systems, risk-based management, information security management systems, performance contracting processes, complaints handling and resolution mechanisms, corruption prevention, integrity testing programmes and proficiency in minutes and report writing. These diverse skill sets make her a versatile asset to any institution.

In summary, Irene is a dynamic administrator with a holistic skill set and a steadfast commitment to excellence, poised to make significant contributions in any administrative capacity she undertakes.

C. Trainings /Seminars/ Conferences Attended