KENNETHY KISHA OSENGO
Nairobi
Summary
Resourceful, multi-skilled logistics, transport, and fleet manager with over 20 years of experience in managing complex operations across various industries. Specializing in fleet optimization, transport planning, preventive maintenance scheduling, and procurement. Recognized for high productivity, efficiency, and strategic approach to business operations. A proven track record of driving team success and achieving organizational goals.
Accomplishments
- Led cross-functional teams of staff members, including drivers, vehicle technicians, welders, and warehouse staff.
- Achieved a 21% reduction in fuel consumption and an 8% increase in vehicle mileage within 6 months at IOM Kenya.
- Reduced fleet carbon emissions by 18% within 6 months at IOM Kenya.
- Implemented Fleet Maintenance Pro system at Alistair Group, streamlining fleet maintenance records and improving analysis of repair and maintenance processes.
- Championed Tyre Management Systems (Budini TMS) at Alistair Group, reducing tire CPK from TZs 98 to TZs 43.
- First runner-up for Fleet Forum's 2021 Fleet Manager of The Year Award.
Affiliations
- Fleet Forum Regional Hub Coordinator, Nairobi Hub
- I served on IOM's Business Transformation Initiative team evaluating the new supply chain system
- A member of the UN common back office Business Operations Strategy
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Operations Assistant – Field Support
IOM, UN Migration
Nairobi
05.2022 - Current
- Supervise transportation coordination from consolidation points, transit centers, and third-party facilities.
- Coordinate field activities in assigned areas, including airports, transit centers, and camps.
- Provide pre-departure orientation and selection mission support for individuals in transit.
- Implemented a stock management system to track inventory at transit centers.
- Coordinate and supervise field support teams at the field office to ensure timely and efficient beneficiary support.
- Developed training materials for new operations personnel to ensure proper onboarding procedures were followed.
- Provided support during special events or conferences hosted by the organization.
- Coordinated meetings between operations staff and other departments, including scheduling venues and preparing agendas.
- Utilized software systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite, daily.
- Implemented safety protocols within the workplace environment to ensure that all employees are working per applicable laws.
- Reviewed internal processes regularly to identify opportunities for improvement or streamlining workflow activities.
- Created reports on operational performance metrics for senior management review.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by screening job applicants, conducting interviews, and making recommendations for hire.
- Conducted quality control checks to maintain standards and meet compliance requirements.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various tasks.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to plan and execute special projects.
- Shipped packages and received goods and materials under the guidance of the company's procedures.
- Participated in weekly team meetings and provided feedback on current projects or initiatives being undertaken.
Logistics Assistant – Fleet and VAT Management
IOM
06.2019 - 04.2022
- Manage import and export logistics, duty, and VAT exemptions
- Oversee fleet management, including maintenance planning, breakdown monitoring, and driver scheduling
- Coordinate transport requests and ensure timely drop-off and pick-up
- Manage driving staff, including recruitment, discipline, and promotion
- Handle fleet maintenance vendor management and fuel consumption analysis
- Participate in procurement processes and liaise with clearing agents.
Independent Contractor
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Worked with various clients to support their business activities and achieve their goals
- Clients include Cheli & Peacock Safaris Ltd, Digi-tel Communication Systems Ltd, Linkage Africa Trading Co
- Ltd, Roy Transmotors Ltd, and Securex Agencies.
Workshop Manager
Alistair Group
Tanzania
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Directed workshop activities across multiple locations in Tanzania and Mozambique, responsible for coordinating planning, assignment, and review of work.
- Ensured compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
- Managed staff, conducted tire inspections, and monitored fleet maintenance costs.
- Championed driver safety training programs touching on basic tire knowledge, basic mechanical knowledge, and safe driving techniques.
- Implemented Fleet Maintenance Pro and Budini Tyre Management Systems.
- Contributed to ISO 9001:2008 certification.
- Assessed employee skillsets and identified training needs accordingly.
- Reviewed and approved job orders, estimates, and invoices.
- Identified new opportunities for cost savings while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs for tools, machines, and equipment in the workshop.
- Hired, trained, supervised, coached, and evaluated employees as necessary.
- Provided technical support to workshop personnel.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the workshop.
- Organized and managed the daily workflow of staff members in the workshop.
- Inspected completed work to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Maintained records of all activities related to the operation of the workshop.
- Kept workshop operations in line with budget limitations and schedule demands.
Fleet and Assets Manager
Gogni Rajope Construction Co. Ltd
Kisumu
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Oversaw repair and maintenance of company vehicles, equipment, and machines across Kenya from Nairobi, Rongo, Kisumu and Busia
- Maintained control and monitoring of drivers, vehicles, and mobile plant work tickets
- Prepared budgets and ensured budgetary control for the Transport and Mechanical Sections
- Championed the use of Fleet Maintenance Pro system for improved efficiency.
Procurement Officer/Accounts Assistant
Digi-tel Communication Systems Ltd
Nairobi
10.2008 - 06.2011
- Responsible for purchasing materials and services.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases and supplier qualifications.
- Managed receivables account and conducted supplier bids analysis.
- Researched new sources of supply to improve cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented strategies for reducing costs associated with purchasing goods and services without compromising on quality or service level agreements.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics, such as delivery times, quality of goods and services, and pricing levels.
- Generated periodic reports related to procurement activities for senior management review.
- Managed supplier relationships by providing timely responses to inquiries and addressing issues promptly.
- Maintained an up-to-date database of approved suppliers along with their contact information.
- Assisted internal stakeholders with resolving any queries related to procurement activities.
- Reviewed invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness before payment processing.
- Reviewed and approved vendor invoices.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, payable, and general ledger activities.
- Supported external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documents promptly.
- Completed reconciliations of various accounts, including petty cash, credit cards, and bank accounts.
- Provided administrative support to the accounting department as required.
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments, and bank deposits.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash funds.
Transport/Operations Manager
Palm Oil Transporters Ltd
Nairobi
05.2005 - 10.2008
- Managed transport activities and ensured compliance with regulations.
- I oversaw people management and introduced payroll and accounting systems.
- Investigated customer complaints and provided appropriate solutions.
- Improved fleet efficiency through effective tire management.
- Developed and implemented performance standards, policies, and procedures related to transportation services.
- Responded promptly to emergencies that arose during transport operations.
- Facilitated smooth communication among drivers, dispatchers, mechanics, and other personnel involved in the day-to-day running of the department's activities.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets for transportation costs.
- Advised management on changes needed in fleet size or type based on changing business needs.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on safety protocols and driving techniques.
- Resolved conflicts between drivers or customers regarding transport services.
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics, such as fuel consumption and downtime.
- Monitored daily transport activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed regular inspections of vehicles, equipment, and facilities for proper maintenance.
- Managed inventory levels of parts necessary for the repair or maintenance of vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle maintenance logs and expenses.
- Handled personnel hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
Supervisor
Tyre Management Services
11.2000 - 02.2005
- Ensured quality service and safe work practices.
- Conducted training and supervised work allocation.
- Conducted scrap tire analysis and recommended corrective measures.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration - Business Administration
University of The People
USA08.2024
CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Public Procurement -
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
05.2021
Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering -
NYS Engineering Craft Training School
Nairobi08.1999
Basic paramilitary training, First Aid, Foot drill, Firefighting, and basic life skills -
National Youth Service Training College
Gilgil04.1996
Skills
- Transport and Fleet Management
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Fleet Optimization
- Transport Planning
- Preventive Maintenance Scheduling
- Vehicle Tracking
- Procurement
- Stock Management
- Import and Export Logistics
- Duty and VAT Exemptions
- Maintenance Planning
- Breakdown Monitoring
- Driver Scheduling
- Vendor Management
- Fuel Consumption Analysis
- Clearing Agents Liaison
- Workshop Management
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Staff Management
- Tire Inspections
- Driver Safety Training
- ISO 9001:2008 Certification
- Repair and Maintenance
- Budgeting and Budgetary Control
- Accounts Management
- Purchasing and Supplier Management
- Transport Compliance
- Payroll and Accounting Systems
- Tire Management
- Training and Supervision
- Scrap Tire Analysis
- Project Management
- Sustainable Procurement
- Humanitarian Logistics
- Road Safety
- Supply Chain Management
- People Management Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Operational Excellence
- Cost Reduction
- Safety Procedures
- Operations Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Scheduling
- Key Performance Indicators
- Operational Reporting
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Logistics Management
- Equipment Operation
Certification
- CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement
- CHS-certified PSEAH Investigator
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Beginner
A1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Other Training and Courses
- March 2022, LinkedIn Learning - Project Management Foundations
- July 2021, LinkedIn Learning - Become A project manager.
- November 2020, UNDP - Sustainable Procurement for the UN
- September 2020, Fleet Forum - Fleet Management Fundamentals, CILT-endorsed.
- July 2020 to July 2020, Logistics Cluster, facilitated by WFP - Online Basic Humanitarian Logistics Course
- July 2020 to July 2020, World Food Program - Road Safety Online Course
- June 2020 to June 2020, Logistics Cluster by WFP - Service Mindset Training
- June 2020 to June 2020, Metropolitan School of Business Management UK Professional Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- April 2020 to May 2020, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development - People Management Skills
- March 2020 to March 2020, dissasterready.org: Procurement & Logistics Certificate
- August 2014 to June 2015: ALISON Online Courses. Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
- December 2014, February 2015 Open2Study with the University of Newcastle. Coursework Certificate in Mining Engineering
- June 2014 to November 2014 ALISON online courses. Diploma in workplace safety and health.
- October 2013 to August 2014: ALISON Online Courses. Diploma in Operations Management.
- April 16–20, 2012, E.S.K. L Training Centre, Nairobi. Service Training on Hyundai Equipment; 9S Excavator: R300LC-9s, 7S Excavators: R305LC-7, R201LC-7, and R450LC-7, Wheel Loader: HL760-7A, HL770-7A, HL780-7A, and Diagnosis Tools: HCE-DT
- August 2008/2009 GCF Learnfree.org; Certificate in Microsoft Office: Word 2007, Excel 2007, Publisher 2003, Access 2003, PowerPoint 2007.
- May 2007 to August 2007, Capstone Management Simulations Inc., Capstone Challenge Coursework in Strategic Business Management.
- July 2005 - August 2005, Belcom Computer Centre, Nairobi - Certificate in Quick Books Accounting.
Timeline
Senior Operations Assistant – Field Support
IOM, UN Migration
05.2022 - Current
Logistics Assistant – Fleet and VAT Management
IOM
06.2019 - 04.2022
Independent Contractor
08.2015 - 05.2019
Workshop Manager
Alistair Group
10.2012 - 05.2015
Fleet and Assets Manager
Gogni Rajope Construction Co. Ltd
07.2011 - 09.2012
Procurement Officer/Accounts Assistant
Digi-tel Communication Systems Ltd
10.2008 - 06.2011
Transport/Operations Manager
Palm Oil Transporters Ltd
05.2005 - 10.2008
Supervisor
Tyre Management Services
11.2000 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration - Business Administration
University of The People
CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Public Procurement -
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering -
NYS Engineering Craft Training School
Basic paramilitary training, First Aid, Foot drill, Firefighting, and basic life skills -
National Youth Service Training College
- CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement
- CHS-certified PSEAH Investigator
References
References available upon request.
Other Training and Courses
- March 2022, LinkedIn Learning - Project Management Foundations
- July 2021, LinkedIn Learning - Become A project manager.
- November 2020, UNDP - Sustainable Procurement for the UN
- September 2020, Fleet Forum - Fleet Management Fundamentals, CILT-endorsed.
- July 2020 to July 2020, Logistics Cluster, facilitated by WFP - Online Basic Humanitarian Logistics Course
- July 2020 to July 2020, World Food Program - Road Safety Online Course
- June 2020 to June 2020, Logistics Cluster by WFP - Service Mindset Training
- June 2020 to June 2020, Metropolitan School of Business Management UK Professional Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- April 2020 to May 2020, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development - People Management Skills
- March 2020 to March 2020, dissasterready.org: Procurement & Logistics Certificate
- August 2014 to June 2015: ALISON Online Courses. Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
- December 2014, February 2015 Open2Study with the University of Newcastle. Coursework Certificate in Mining Engineering
- June 2014 to November 2014 ALISON online courses. Diploma in workplace safety and health.
- October 2013 to August 2014: ALISON Online Courses. Diploma in Operations Management.
- April 16–20, 2012, E.S.K. L Training Centre, Nairobi. Service Training on Hyundai Equipment; 9S Excavator: R300LC-9s, 7S Excavators: R305LC-7, R201LC-7, and R450LC-7, Wheel Loader: HL760-7A, HL770-7A, HL780-7A, and Diagnosis Tools: HCE-DT
- August 2008/2009 GCF Learnfree.org; Certificate in Microsoft Office: Word 2007, Excel 2007, Publisher 2003, Access 2003, PowerPoint 2007.
- May 2007 to August 2007, Capstone Management Simulations Inc., Capstone Challenge Coursework in Strategic Business Management.
- July 2005 - August 2005, Belcom Computer Centre, Nairobi - Certificate in Quick Books Accounting.
References
References available upon request.
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