Donald Onyango

I graduated in July 2016 with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning and Management from Kenyatta University. I have more than 7 years of experience in environmental services, including consulting, planning, and managing environmental systems, policy compliance and advisory, occupational safety administration, on-field environmental audits, occupational health and safety compliance, report writing, permitting, and recommending solutions. I have skills in identifying potential environmental impacts, developing and implementing safeguards to ensure sustainable environmental conditions, occupational health and safety, and compliance with legislative requirements. I also possess knowledge and experience writing and documenting policy reports and institutional documents to meet environmental policy requirements and workplace safety standards. 

My other skills include GIS and Remote Sensing, monitoring & evaluation, action planning, resource use management, and demonstrated professionalism in crucial decision-making. I am willing to learn and take on new challenges to ensure that the organization meets its promise to the customers and achieve sustainability goals.

May 2022 – Current           Environmental Consultant 

                                        John. M. Ohas & Associates (Urban and Regional Planners), Nairobi

• Supervised design of systems, processes and equipment to control, manage and remediate water, air and soil quality
• Collaborated with public authorities to improve energy efficiency and implement recycling schemes.
• Analyzed inspection data to determine pollution and contamination levels.
• Carried out environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and Environmental Audits (EAs) for proposed major new developments such as industrial plants, roads, electricity pylons, health facilities, drilling works, agricultural farms, residential and commercial developments.
• Performed continuous reviews of construction practices to check whether debris or chemicals entered protected zones.
• Researched and recommended new conservation processes to reduce environmental damages.
• Completed analytical testing to determine environmental compliance for waste streams.
• Conducted field surveys to collect data about levels of pollution and contamination at sites and areas of consideration.
• Inspected industrial and municipal facilities and programs to evaluate operational effectiveness and determine compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepared technical proposals and scientific reports for new industrial projects, using GIS and Remote Sensing tools.
• Prepared emission inventory reports to quantify air pollutant emissions and impacts.
• Developed and executed initiatives to improve environmental knowledge and awareness.
• Reviewed, interpreted and communicated current and proposed legislation to determine applicability for regional areas.
• Maintained reporting and recordkeeping to meet environmental regulations. 
• Identified training for environmental compliance and implementation training to operations and other team members.
• Implemented environmental stewardship to improve organizational culture.
• Tracked key compliance metrics and implemented systems to improve performance.
• Liaised with county departments to develop and maintain environmental-related programs, procedures and compliance tasks.
• Shared best practices and developed synergies for the consultancy firm to achieve results. 

December 2019 – April 2022   Private EIA & EA Consultant, Technical Report Writing and Documentation

• Conducted Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit.
• Conducted social research including impact of human activities on environments.
• Technical report writing and documentation.

December 2016 – April 2018                   Volunteer Peer Counselor

                                                         ADDRA-Kenya Foundation, Kendubay

• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
• Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Used critical thinking to breakdown problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Led counseling projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Actively listened to clients’ needs and confirmed full understanding before acting on concerns.
• Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete project time.
• Created spreadsheets using MS Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.

March 2014 – July 2014                  Internship 

                                                      National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Migori County

• Conducted field inspection of newly proposed developments.
• Reviewed EIA and EA reports as standard licensing procedures.
• Performed front office tasks including welcoming visitors and dissemination of services needed.
• Compiled reports and internal policy guidelines.
• Prepared County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2014/2018.
• Negotiated compliance to environmental policies and regulations with developers.
• Participated in environmental action planning workshops to improve environmental conduction and sustainable development.

January 2013 – July 2017                     Undergraduate Student Researcher and Relevant Trainings

                                                                    Kenyatta University

• Participated in Regional planning studio; A case study of Amboseli-Tsavo wildlife ecosystem in Kajiado County.
• Conducted a research project on ‘Urban Sprawl management’: A case study of Rongo town in Migori County.
• Participated in Rural Planning and Research studio, “Food Security and Livelihood Attainment; A case study of Bungoma County, Bungoma-south Sub-county.”
• Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
• Performed routine data analysis to correct and verify data entry.
• Assessed data using scientific methods while following important specifications.
• Used SPSS software to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of data.
• Prepared sheets, tables and graphs to summarize results. 
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution. 

May 2011 – July 2016     Bachelor degree: Environmental Planning and Management

                                             Kenyatta University – Nairobi, Kenya