MARTIN KOGO
Rochedale,Australia
Summary
Project Manager with extensive experience in leading community-focused infrastructure projects from inception to completion. Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and execute initiatives involving multiple stakeholders while managing budgets effectively. Consistently delivers quality outcomes on time and within scope, demonstrating strong organizational and leadership skills.Proficient in managing risks, allocating resources, and ensuring compliance, while building effective partnerships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.Talented professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Lead
Chepkemel Dairy Cooperative
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Successfully wrote and submitted funding proposals to national agencies; secured grants and infrastructure investments to enhance service delivery.
- Oversaw procurement and installation of critical equipment, improving operational capacity and service outcomes.
- Coordinated training and adoption of new technologies, increasing project impact and sustainability.
- Monitored KPIs, produced reports, and ensured project compliance with all relevant regulations.
Project Founder / Manager
Chepkemel Salient Farmers’ Cooperative Society
2019 - 2023
- Led comprehensive planning, development, and initiation of multi-stakeholder cooperative project, featuring formal registration and ongoing operational activities.
- Designed project workflows, trained over 100 participants, and improved project delivery efficiency by 20%.
- Managed budgets, resource allocation, and reporting processes ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Liaised with government agencies, suppliers, and local partners to secure support and funding for project expansion.
- Built relationships with local authorities and stakeholders to support ongoing operational projects.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
James Cook University
Australia10-2025
Bachelor of Business Management - Puchasing adn Supplies Management
Mt. Kenya University
Kenya12-2015
Diploma in Business Management -
University of Nairobi
Kenya09-2011
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Compliance monitoring
- Negotiation
- Contract management
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Partnership building
Interests
- Leadership
- Community Development Projects
Leadership And Board Roles
- Chair, KIQ Student Council & Leadership Team, Kenyans in Queensland, 01/01/24, 01/01/25
- Chair, Board of Management, Chepkemel Primary School, 01/01/22, 01/01/23
- Board Member, Chepkemel Health Centre, 01/01/19, 01/01/21
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Lead
Chepkemel Dairy Cooperative
01.2018 - 01.2023
Project Founder / Manager
Chepkemel Salient Farmers’ Cooperative Society
2019 - 2023
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
James Cook University
Bachelor of Business Management - Puchasing adn Supplies Management
Mt. Kenya University
Diploma in Business Management -
University of Nairobi