Poline Gitari
Country Representative at Eco-Climate Vision
Environmental Sciences at Chuka university
Kenya
Hi, I'm Poline Gitari!
Country Representative at Eco-Climate Vision
As an environmental scientist with over 3 years in energy and climate advocacy, I excel in building coalitions and managing stakeholder relationships. At Guardians of Life, I drove a 54% increase in clean cooking campaign impact and facilitated renewable energy access for over 50 homes. My expertise in campaigns, policy, communication, and budgeting will further propel 350Africa.org success in its renewable energy campaign.
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Volunteer
Eco-Climate vision-country representative
November 2023 - Present
Spearhead strategic initiatives to drive organizational goals and foster a vision-driven approach
Direct and motivate cross-functional teams, to ensure cohesion and high-performance standards
Orchestrate the successful execution of diverse programs, meeting objectives within specified timelines
Cultivate and manage key relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for organizational objectives
Implement robust systems to monitor and evaluate program outcomes, enabling data-driven decision-making
Effectively represent the organization's interests, advocating for policies and initiatives that align with its mission
Produce comprehensive reports and communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including donors and organizational partners
Oversee budgetary processes and financial resources, ensuring optimal allocation and adherence to fiscal responsibility
Develop and implement strategies to enhance organizational capabilities through training and skill development initiatives
Guardians of life organization
Environmental officer
August 2023 - Present
Engage with local communities to understand their environmental concerns and priorities
Collaborate with community leaders and stakeholders to identify potential projects for environmental conservation
Conduct assessments to identify areas in need of environmental conservation interventions
Evaluate the feasibility and impact of proposed projects
Raise awareness about the benefits of clean cooking stoves in reducing indoor air pollution and deforestation
Develop project proposals and plans in collaboration with community members and relevant stakeholders
Coordinate project activities and oversee implementation
Conduct training sessions for community members on sustainable environmental practices
Provide guidance on sustainable cooking practices and alternative fuel sources
Establish monitoring systems to track the progress and impact of environmental conservation projects
Conduct regular evaluations to assess project effectiveness
Forge partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and NGOs
Assess the environmental and social impact of conservation efforts
Prepare reports documenting project outcomes
Advocate for policies and initiatives that support environmental conservation
Conduct outreach activities to raise public awareness and mobilize support for environmental sustainability and clean energy initiatives
Chuka university
Environmental scientist-intern
August 2023 - Present
Conduct research, planning, coordinating, and carrying out necessary initiatives operations and awareness campaigns that contribute towards net positive carbon, water, and circular economy
Capture sustainability data, calculating emissions from scope 1, 2, and 3 to determine carbon footprint
Implement and oversee environmentally-friendly farming techniques, such as regenerative farming, crop rotation, and soil conservation
Lead and provide technical expertise for ecosystem restoration projects
Conduct periodic review of reporting and indicators
Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies to evaluate the viability of new carbon emissions reduction projects
Develop project scoping, feasibility, and implementation plans
Ensure adherence to VERRA methodology rules in the design and implementation of carbon projects
Utilize GIS, databases, and other tools to map and monitor ecosystem carbon stocks
Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations detailing project progress
Stay abreast of new methodologies and technologies influencing carbon and ecosystem markets
Develop understanding of relevant regulatory policies and trends in voluntary and compliance carbon markets
Conduct various project sourcing tasks
Manage the inventory of environmental research equipment, supplies, and materials
Prepare EIA and sustainability reports and recommendations
Green careers
Environmental resource Mobilizer
October 2022 - Present
Establish partnerships with external organizations to promote environmental sustainability practices
Create a work budget for resource utilization
Perform overall oversight and coordination of resources
Visit schools to help bridge the gap between green careers and workforce
Train students and interested candidates on requirements needed in a green workforce
Conduct mentorship programs and workshops to students interested in green careers
Guardians of Life
Lead Campaigner
October 2020 - Present
Established and maintained strategic partnerships, increasing stakeholder engagement by 65%.
Successfully implemented a clean cooking campaign and facilitated renewable energy access to 50 homes.
Coordinated meetings and prepared detailed presentations, enhancing staff training effectiveness.
Export Processing Zone Authority
Environmental, sustainability and sewerage intern
May 2021 - August 2021
Ensure companies comply with occupational health and safety environment regulations
Collect and capture all company’s sustainability data
Liaise with stakeholders to deliver jointly managed initiatives and campaigns
Conduct LCAs on goods and services provided by companies
Gather environmental data detailing water, air, and soil contamination
Perform environmental site assessment and provide remediation recommendations
Design sustainability business strategy plans
Prepare detailed scientific reports
Study various environmental impact assessment reports
Identify and pursue opportunities for business development
Conduct transport and water footprints calculations
Kenya Forest Service
Environmental, Sustainability and Forest Protection Intern
September 2018 - December 2018
Manage and coordinate the implementation of REDD+ projects
Collaborate with forest managers and local communities to promote sustainable forestry practices
Develop and implement sustainable tree harvesting guidelines
Enforce logging regulations
Assess the ecological health of forests
Engage with local communities and stakeholders to build awareness of forest conservation
Provide training and capacity-building programs on sustainable forest management
Facilitate communication and coordination among various stakeholders
Ensure effective law enforcement
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Languages
English
Swahili
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