Raphael Munene
Post Office Box: ***** - ***** Nairobi, Kenya
Email Address: **************@*****.***
Phone Number: +254-*********
Profile
A seasoned growth and development expert with international experience. Work Experience
Managing Consultant (2022 - present)
orca.co.ke
● Development consulting
Advisory Board Member (2020 - 2023)
Global Fund for Jesus (GFFJ)
● Member of the Multi-sector Programs Committee
● Faith-based charity
Director of Business Development, Communications, and Culture (2018 - 2022) Thrive for Good
● Spearheaded projects, partnerships, and outreach in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Congo (DRC), in collaboration with local and international organizations, including government agencies
● Tripled the number of beneficiaries from about 30,000 to over 100,000 and doubled staff members from around 50 to almost 100, in 3 years
● Contributed to the creation of the Thrive Institute, and onboarded new tech
● Hosted donors, managed grants, and grew partnerships tenfold
● Oversaw monitoring and evaluation via Salesforce
● Managed income generating enterprises
Sales Executive (2015 - 2018)
Toyota Kenya
● Exemplary vehicle sales, plus add-on extras; insurance, tracking, and accessories
● Participated in marketing strategies and activities
● Took part in the Kaizen program
Management Trainee (2014 - 2015)
Simba Corporation
● Participated in the launch of Renault and Geely models
● Engaged in brand management, and marketing
● Attended business development workshops
Administrative Assistant - Internship (2013)
State Department of Agriculture
● Involved in office activities and extension services 1
Biometric Voter Registration Clerk (2012)
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)
● Facilitated civic education
Teaching Assistant (2010 - 2011)
Ngong Hills schools
Volunteer Experience
Advisory Board Director (2023 - 2026)
The Youth Cafe (TYC)
● Member of the Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee Executive Chairman (2022 - present)
Poverty Alleviation Program (PAP)
● Humanitarian, empowerment, and development projects
● rmt.or.ke
Community Development Volunteer (2021)
Youth with a Mission (YWAM)
Peer Educator (2011)
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Education
Master of Management and Leadership (2018 - 2021)
Management University of Africa
Thesis: Strategic Planning, Organisational Culture, and Leadership, in the Performance of Not-for-Profit Organisations in Nairobi County. Bachelor of Science (2011 - 2015)
Agricultural Economics and Resource Management
Maasai Mara University
Research Project: Effects of the Integration of Livestock and Crop Farming on Household Income. A Case Study of Laikipia County.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (2006 - 2009) Chinga Boys’ High School
Interests
Member (2022 - 2025)
Kenya Climate Change Working Group (KCCWG)
● Member of the Technology Committee
Affiliate (2020 - 2023)
Global Business Roundtable (GBR)
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Sole Proprietor (2017 - 2022)
Tigithi Distributors
● Supplied biodegradable packaging papers to enterprises in Nairobi
● Exported hand-crafted wooden spoons to Vancouver, Canada Organizing Secretary (2013 - 2014)
Students Governing Council
Maasai Mara University
● Promoted and facilitated the inaugural Cultural Week event
● Attended special university senate meetings and delegations
● Coordinated internal forums and contributed to other gatherings
● Hosted the East African Community (EAC) Youth Ambassadors Conference Chairman (2012 - 2014)
Debate Club
Maasai Mara University
Entertainment Prefect (2008 - 2009)
Chinga Boys’ High School
Chairman (2008 - 2009)
Green Belt Movement
Chinga Boys’ High School
Certifications
EF Standard English Test - C2 Proficient (2023)
EF Education First
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) Compliance Certificate (2023) ProProf Training
Organic Gardening (2020)
Thrive Institute
Project Management (2020)
E-Learning College
Motor Vehicle Valuation (2017)
Toyota Motor Corporation
Business Development (2016)
Computer Learning Centre
First Aid (2008)
Kenya Red Cross Society
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Publications
Strategic Planning and Performance of Non-Governmental Organisations in Nairobi County, Kenya (2021)
International Research Journal of Business and Strategic Management Leadership Practices and Performance of Non-Governmental Organisations in Nairobi County, Kenya (2021)
International Research Journal of Business and Strategic Management Conferences
Growing African Economies through Entrepreneurship (2022) College of Economic and Management Sciences
University of South Africa
Trade-Not-Aid and Sustainable Development (2018)
The Seventh International Conference on Leadership Management University of Africa
Research, Innovation for Sustainable Development and a Serene World (2015) 5th Annual Kabarak International Research Conference Kabarak University
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