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James Njogu

Ag. Secretary General/CEO at Kenya National Commission for UNESCO
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James Njogu is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in conservation, research, and leadership, holding key roles at Kenya National Commission for UNESCO, Kenya Wildlife Service, and Moi University.
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James Njogu is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in conservation and international cooperation. As Ag. Secretary General/CEO of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO, he has spearheaded the implementation of five UNESCO Programmes, including Education, Natural Science, and Culture. Njogu's tenure at the Kenya Wildlife Service spans over 17 years, where he held key positions, including Head of Conventions and Research Authorization. Throughout his career, Njogu has championed numerous resolutions and decisions at the international level, including the United Nations Environment Assembly. He has represented Kenya in the UNESCO Executive Board and served as Chair of the IUCN National Committee and Regional Committee. His expertise in social geography and behavioural studies has informed his research on entitlement rights in natural resource management. Njogu holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Social Geography from the University of Amsterdam and Moi University, with a focus on conservation and biodiversity management. His academic background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the complex relationships between human societies and the natural environment.

Experience

  • Kenya National Commission for UNESCO
    • Nairobi County, Kenya
    • Ag. Secretary General/CEO
      • Jun 2023 - Present
      • Nairobi County, Kenya

      Kenya National Commission for UNESCO deals with five UNESCO Programmes that include, Education, Natural Science, Social and human Sciences, Culture, and Communication and Information.

  • Kenya Natonal Commission for UNESCO
    • Nairobi
    • Deputy Secretary General - Programmes
      • Sep 2019 - Jul 2023
      • Nairobi

      Worked in Kenya Wildlife Service as Head of Conventions (Coordinated CITES, CMS, Ramsar Convention, WHC-Natural Heritage, AEWA etc.), Biotechnology, Information and Research Authorization; and later Principal Kenya Wildlife Service Training Institute for a total of 15 years. Have been Chair IUCN ...

  • Kenya Wildlife Service
    • Kenya Wildlife Service Headquarters
    • Head Conventions & Research Authorization
      • Dec 2005 - Jul 2023
      • Kenya Wildlife Service Headquarters

Education

  • 1999 - 2003
    Universiity of Amsterdam
  • 1994 - 1997
    Moi University, School of Environmental Studies
  • 1989 - 1992
    Moi University and University of Amsterdam

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