Laura Kasuni

Provide technical and administrative support for regional programmes focused on urban resilience, climate adaptation, and basic service delivery in African cities.
Contribute to external reporting and development of internal briefing documents to ensure accountability and alignment with the strategic plan and new urban agenda
Assist in proposal development, conducting context analysis and compiling data on urbanization challenges; drafting theories of change and logical frameworks.
Facilitate coordination between technical units, implementing partners, and finance teams to support programme management processes.

Spearheaded the successful completion of the Tungutu-Ithookwe road project in Kitui, connecting previously inaccessible villages and enabling access to essential services for 1000+ villagers.
Established strong partnerships with local suppliers to secure a consistent and cost-effective supply of construction materials, promoting sustainability by sourcing 90% of raw materials locally; Proactively coordinated equipment rentals, ensuring zero downtime due to machinery issues.
Demonstrated regulatory expertise by obtaining all necessary permits and approvals in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and government requirements.
Mediated a dispute between skilled tradespeople and the general contractor, ensuring fair terms on overtime payment, leading to improved teamwork and project efficiency.
Collaborated with the county government to develop road infrastructure initiatives and mobility solutions for connecting isolated communities in Kitui.

Managed delivery of community-level infrastructure projects in underserved and climate-vulnerable regions, coordinating contractors, suppliers, and local stakeholders.
Led sustainability initiatives by sourcing over 90% local and environmentally compliant materials, strengthening local value chains and reducing project costs.
Delivered rural road infrastructure projects improving access for over 1,000 residents, contributing to economic activity and service access.

Supported implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects, including a USD 20M diplomatic housing development for the American Embassy, and EABL’s Microbrewery.
Ensured quality control and contract compliance, reducing material waste and rework by 50% through diligent oversight and coordination.
Gained hands-on experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments with strict reporting and operational requirements.

Integral member of the team that implemented the DH3 Diplomatic Housing project for the American Embassy, a complex project requiring high precision and adherence to stringent environmental standards, with a budget of $20 million and a timeframe of 1.5 years.
Successfully implemented safety measures to minimize on-site accidents and injuries, resulting in a 95% reduction in accidents and zero harm occurring on site.
Optimized data collection by implementing a more efficient system that included digital surveying tools and automation, enabling faster data analysis and decision-making, and increasing project productivity by 30%.
Conducted regular site inspections to ensure construction activities were in compliance with quality standards, reducing rework and waste generated by 50% while encouraging the reuse and recycling of construction waste materials ensuring sustainability of the construction process.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with project stakeholders to ensure project success; won tenders for subsequent construction projects, increasing repeat business.
Assisted senior engineers in the planning and implementation of infrastructure projects, contributing to the completion of two projects within budget and ahead of schedule.

Championed Manufacturing Management Systems best practice 5S at my work station; received recognition as the most organized station on the packaging shop floor.
Analyzed data on various loss points of beer along the packaging line and used results to identify major pain areas and recommend sustainable solutions to them; achieved key KPI target of > 1% beer loss of all Stock Keeping Units.
Overhauled the obsolete probe technology used at the fillers and replaced them with more accurate and up-to-date sensor probes; reduced the number of under filled bottles by 90%; and achieved a KPI target of >1% consumer complaints on under fills.
Provided support to shift-based teams (3 teams of +20 employees and contractors) with the operation of the machines and to carry out autonomous, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
Took part in trainings both on technical skills (operation of machines) and soft skills (interpersonal skills) to ensure capability building and continuous improvement.