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Dr. Cecilia Osyanju

Dr. Cecilia Osyanju

Educator
Bangalore ,Karnataka

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Educational Leadership and Management. Sound knowledge of school systems, learning styles and student development. Dedicated to improving school curriculum and assisting students with unique learning needs. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and customer service skills with a commitment to quality management and continuous process improvement.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Educational Consultant

Learnlinkup
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated training and professional development of 3 courses for teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage student learning.
  • Developed 5 complementary products and services to enhance learning experience for educators and coaches in form of one-on-one tutoring sessions, live webinars, and self-paced study materials.
  • Managed diverse caseload of clients from various backgrounds, tailoring approaches to meet individual needs effectively.

Assistant Professor of Education

Mount Carmel Collage Autonomous
8 2023 - 09.2024
  • Developed interesting lectures and facilitated educational activities for 150+ students daily to maximize learning within classroom in addition to facilitating and moderating classroom discussions for college-level English students in in-person classroom setting as well as online.
  • Oversaw Research Methodology and Technical Writing, African American Women Literature Paper for Master of Arts to ensure proper instruction methods by 3 faculty members .
  • Created 6 assessment material for CIA examination in collaboration with peers in School of Arts and Social Sciences.
  • Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
  • Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
  • Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
  • Selected and prepared 5 educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
  • Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for core courses

Course Coordinator

Centre For Extended Education (CEE) - Mount Carmel College Autonomous
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions for 4 certificate credit courses across disciplines to prepare students for future of work.
  • Developed course outlines, lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for anti-corruption training course.
  • Developed course outlines, lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Mastering Resumes and Acing Interviews training course.
  • Created and oversaw 4 training programs for CEE in 2023.
  • Reviewed curricula materials ensuring alignment with state standards while optimizing effectiveness for diverse student populations.

Coordinator, Center for International Programs

Mount Carmel College Autonomous
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Developed 1 year roadmap and internationalization strategy in closed collaboration with 5 cross-functional teams.
  • Fostered retention of NRI international students with targeted outreach initiatives and personalized academic assistance.
  • Conducted quarterly training sessions for staff members on best practices in serving international student populations, resulting in improved overall performance and understanding of diverse needs.
  • Streamlined visa application procedures, simplifying the process for students and ensuring timely approvals.
  • Coordinated cultural events to foster understanding and integration among domestic and international students.
  • Fostered partnerships between domestic and international student organizations, encouraging cross-cultural interaction and collaboration.
  • Organized international guest speaker events to expose students to subject matter experts abroad, broadening their perspectives on subject matter.

Tutorial Fellow

Kibabii University
04.2016 - 10.2023
  • Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice, experience and qualifications.
  • Managed accurate records of student grades, attendance and e-mail communication.
  • Supported teaching objectives of department by refining and teaching allocated lectures namely, EPM 412: Economics of Education and EDU 111: Introduction to Education through lectures, tutorials and other forms of instruction.
  • Reviewed course design and delivery to maintain departmental standards for quality.
  • Worked to improve collective knowledge in field of Education.

Associate Manager of Fellowship Program

IDEX Accelerator and Global Fellows Program
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Lead IDEX efforts to identify, recruit and train high potential Fellows across 3 cohorts to become coveted social enterprise practitioners
  • Managed IDEX Alumni programs across 4 social media platforms to foster meaningful connections among 500+ alumna
  • Secured 15 partner organizations to provide experiential learning experiences to IDEX Fellows through presentations, pitch decks to clients and supporting direct or indirect marketing efforts through social media, campaigns, webinars etc.
  • Oversaw signing of 15, contracts with case challenge partners from diverse geographical locations and external mentors
  • Conducted mid-reviews, end review templates, maintained rubric and certification for Fellows across 3 cohorts.
  • Managed programming and facilitation of identified parts IDEX curriculum and its delivery

Regional Coordinator

Youth Enterprise Development Fund
04.2017 - 03.2020
  • Coached 25 employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations in 4 counties in Western Kenya namely; Bungoma, Busia, Vihiga and Kakamega.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Managed Enterprise Development Training of over 1000 young entrepreneurs

Head of Resource Mobilization

Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2010 - 03.2017
  • Developed and implemented the resource mobilization Strategy
  • Prepared the RM work plan and budget in line with the Performance Contract targets
  • Prepared and submitted quarterly Performance Contract Reports
  • Supervised officers within the unit
  • Carried out research on possible funding sources and potential partners
  • Established resource mobilization networks
  • Prepared proposals based on funders’ requirements
  • Sourced for relevant fundraising and partnership linkage information
  • Organized donor round table meetings to deliberate programmatic concepts which require funding and the corresponding fundraising prospects
  • Shared and disseminated the Fund’s information with potential partners as well as encouraging potential partners to take part in key activities of the Fund
  • Ensured the implementation of the resource mobilization workplan

Donor Relations - IDEX Fellow

Foundation for Excellence India Trust
06.2014 - 12.2014
  • Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
  • Initiated and set up a strategy for fundraising through alumni donors
  • Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
  • Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice, experience and qualifications to build donor portfolio of the foundation

Research Officer

Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2010 - 07.2011
  • Conducted research to inform the organization’s program functions
  • Organized and facilitated investigator and coordinator meetings, conferences and events associated with research activities.
  • Planned and initiated over 50 research study protocols, monitored regulatory and subject binders and organized, implemented and administered data collection and analysis systems.
  • Built institution's research portfolio in accordance with long-term strategic plan.
  • Produced reports of findings and gave presentations of results.
  • Analyzed findings and reports from researchers in program and interpreted for supervisory staff.

Administrative Assistant

Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2008 - 07.2010
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
  • Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.

Education

Ph.D. - Educational Management And Policy Studies

Kibabii University

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management

Kenya Methodist University

Bachelor of Arts - Education (English Language And Literature)

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Skills

Learning Management Systems

Educational leadership

Enrollment Management

Curriculum coordination

Course design

Strong research skills

Teaching Excellence

Student research guidance

Thesis advisement

Differentiated Instruction

Project Coordination

Document Management

Scheduling and calendar management

Accomplishments

    Publications

    Namuyemba, C. O., Kipkenei, S. K., & Maiyo, J. K. (2021). Stakeholders' preparedness of school teaching and learning resources to facilitate transition from 8-4-4 to competency based curriculum in Bungoma, Kenya. International Journal of Advanced Research, 9(3), 926-937. doi:10.21474/IJAR01/13774. Retrieved from: https://www.journalijar.com/article/39165/stakeholders-preparedness-of-school-teaching-and-learning- resources[1]to-facilitate-transition-from-8-4-4-to-competency-based-curriculum-in-bungoma,-kenya/

    Namuyemba, C. O., Kipkenei, S. K., & Maiyo, J. K. (2022). Stakeholders’ preparedness of school teaching and learning conditions to facilitate transition from 8-4-4 to competency based curriculum in Bungoma, Kenya. International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), 6(1), 567-589.

    Retrieved from: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd47840.pdf

    Osyanju, C. (2023). Shaping the Future: Quest for Competency-Based Learning in Bungoma County (1st Edition). Bangalore: CNO. Available on Amazon.

    Namuyemba, C. O. (2017). The Impact of Training and Development on Employee Performance and Productivity. Retrieved from: https://issuu.com/ceciliaosyanjunamuyemba/docs/thesis_fnl.docx

    Osyanju, C. (2023, May 3). Funding your Dreams: The Basics of Grant Writing. Retrieved from https://www.udemy.com/course/funding-your-dreams-strategies-for-successful-grant- writing/?referralCode=027C5B26A0F7F73722B9

    Osyanju, C. (2023, June 9). Time Mastery Accelerator: Empowering Education Leaders for Peak Productivity. Retrieved from https://www.udemy.com/course/time-mastery-accelerator/?referralCode=053B9EBD923099368C0D

    Osyanju, C. (2023, August 10). Leverage Educational Economics for Lifelong Success. Retrieved from https://www.udemy.com/course/educationomics/?referralCode=0A114D72521F2A788137

Affiliations

Member KAFP/15-12/191

Kenya Association of Fundraising Professionals

2013 - Present (10 years)

Umbrella organization which brings together resource mobilization professionals and encourages the promotion and adoption of high standards of ethical practice to enhance development in the country.

Work Availability

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Certification

  • Certificate in Social Enterprise, IDEX ACCELERATOR AND GRAY MATTERS CAPITAL FOUNDATION
  • Balanced Score Card Training, Financial Academy and Technologies- 23rd to 25th October 2013
  • Comprehensive Customer Service, Pan African Institute of Management and Governance -22nd to 23rd September 2022
  • Data Analysis Techniques for Qualitative and Quantitative Data, Kenyatta University Centre For Capacity Development in Higher Education - 7th and 18th September 2009
  • Research Design and Methodology, Kenyatta University Centre For Capacity Development in Higher Education - 7th to 11th June 2010
  • ISO 9001:2015 - Certified Internal Quality Audit, Kenya Bureau of Standards, 4th to 6th April 2018
  • ISO 9001:2008 - Implementation Certificate, Kenya Bureau of Standards, 13th to 15th May 2013
  • ISO 9001:2008 - Implementation Certificate, Kenya Bureau of Standards, 22nd to 24th April 2009
  • Proposal Writing and Fundraising Training - Outlook Solutions, 25th to 27th July 2012

Timeline

Independent Educational Consultant - Learnlinkup
09.2024 - Current
Course Coordinator - Centre For Extended Education (CEE) - Mount Carmel College Autonomous
10.2023 - 09.2024
Coordinator, Center for International Programs - Mount Carmel College Autonomous
08.2023 - 09.2024
Associate Manager of Fellowship Program - IDEX Accelerator and Global Fellows Program
10.2020 - 12.2021
Regional Coordinator - Youth Enterprise Development Fund
04.2017 - 03.2020
Tutorial Fellow - Kibabii University
04.2016 - 10.2023
Donor Relations - IDEX Fellow - Foundation for Excellence India Trust
06.2014 - 12.2014
Head of Resource Mobilization - Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2010 - 03.2017
Research Officer - Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2010 - 07.2011
Administrative Assistant - Youth Enterprise Development Fund
08.2008 - 07.2010
Kenya Methodist University - Master of Arts, Educational Leadership And Management
Catholic University of Eastern Africa - Bachelor of Arts, Education (English Language And Literature)
Assistant Professor of Education - Mount Carmel Collage Autonomous
8 2023 - 09.2024
Kibabii University - Ph.D., Educational Management And Policy Studies

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