Management Board
Mr. Peter Wakoli
DIRECTOR/CEO
The Director has over 20 years work experience in the public sector. Previously to this appointment, he was the Deputy Director Finance and Administration at the institute.
Message from the Director
I warmly welcome you to the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC), the oldest and premier mass media training institution in Kenya and in East and Central Africa region.
KIMC offers training in mass communication; journalism and technical training in broadcast and telecommunications. The institute plays a key role in national and regional development through offering quality training in various mass media disciplines KIMC offers students the best training in various careers in the media. We impart both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The high number of KIMC alumni in the media profession in the region is a testimony of our achievements. Many media organizations are manned by our former students. As the market needs change, we are not sitting back. We are always striving to improve our products and supply the market with the very best manpower.
For many years, the institute has been training at diploma and certificate level. However, in the year 2010 Institute started offering degree programs in collaboration with the University of Nairobi. On co-curricular activities KIMC has many activities which keep students busy when out of class. These activities range from sports, drama, HIV campaigns, and religious meetings among others. This is what we call holistic training.To respond to demand for trained personnel in mass media market the institute has evening/part time programs to cater for those who could not be accommodated in the regular program. This has opened more opportunities for you, Kenyans, to train in the media. In addition to evening programs, the institute has developed tailor made courses to cater for special needs
Mr. Godfrey Kareithi
Academic Registrar
Mr. Kareithi is a holder of Master of Arts in Mass communication Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in
Economics, both from the University of Nairobi (UoN) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass
Communication from the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC).
The Registrar's Office
The office of the Registrar, Academic Affairs is responsible for providing leadership, supervision and
management of all administrative and operational functions of academic programmes, and acts
as a liaison office between the Institute and stakeholders. The focus is to ensure integrity,
accuracy, and security of all academic data and records of current and former students. The
obligation is to meet the ever-changing demands of all academic departments as well as linking
training with industry demands.
Ms. Brenda Wasilwa
Corporation Secretary
Brenda is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a Certified Secretary.
She has a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Commercial Law from the University of Kent-
Canterbury, England, Bachelor of Laws degree from Moi University and a Postgraduate Diplomain Law from the Kenya School of Law.
In addition, she has a certificate in Senior Management and Strategic Leadership Development
Programme from the Kenya School of Government.
Before joining KIMC, she served as a state Counsel in the office of the Attorney General,
Advocates Complaints Commission Department. She is a member of the Law Society of Kenya
(LSK), East Africa Law Society (EALS) and the Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya
(ICS).
The corporation Secretary’s office
The Corporation Secretary's office ensures that the highest standards of administrative processes
and corporate governance are promoted and maintained to enable the Institute operate effectively
and efficiently, and in accordance with statutory and legal provisions. The office is responsible
for all company secretarial functions, duties and responsibilities including organizing and
preparing agenda for, and taking minutes of Council meetings, monitoring changes in the
legislative and regulatory environment and advising the Council, Director and Management on
day-to-day legal issues.
Mr.Brian Atenyo
Administration Manager
Mr. Atenyo has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration specializing in Financial
Management from Shivaji University, India and a Masters of Business Administration with
specializations in Financial Management and International Business Management from Bharati
Vidyapeeth University, India. In addition, he has a Post-Graduate Diploma in NGO management
from Madurai Kamraj University.
He has a wealth of experience in public administration having worked at Taita Taveta University
in various positions such as acting Registrar (Administration, Finance and Planning), Head of
Transport Department and as the Head of Planning and Development.
Before joining Taita Taveta University, Mr. Atenyo worked as Administrative Assistant at
Maseno University for 3 years. He also worked as an Accounts Assistant at National Water
Conservation and Pipeline Corporation.
The Administration Manager’s office
The administration manager’s office develops and interpret policies that guide operations within
the institute and also controls departmental budgets for planning and resource allocation
purposes providing input in the process of budgeting through preparation of departmental
budget.
The office also ensures up to date transport management system for improved service delivery
and smooth operations at the institute, coordinate disaster management and emergency response
activities and review and manage status of the institution buildings by carrying out inspections toensure required standards for safety purposes are met.
Lucy Angwenyi
Human Resource Manager
Ms. Angwenyi has a Masters degree in Business Administration (Human Resource Option) and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education both from Kenyatta University. In addition, she has Higher
National Diploma in Human Resource Management from the Institute of Human Resource
Management and is a registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management.
Before joining KIMC, she was the Assistant Manager of Human Resource at the Postal
Corporation of Kenya.
The Human Resource Manager’s office
The office of the Human Resource management is responsible for formulating, reviewing and
implementing human resource policies, strategies and procedures in the Institute. In addition, the
office is tasked with the duty to analyze and utilize human resource in the Institute and advise on
proper deployment of staff.
The office is also expected to make proposals on human resource planning and succession
management, analyzing staff performance and career progression and making appropriate
recommendations. Furthermore, the office coordinates training need assessment for the Institute
staff, interprets and implements human resource management policies, rules and regulations
including those relating to pensions, salary administration, labour laws and other statutes that
impact on the human resource.
Jenisper Korir
Finance Manager
Ms.Jenisper has a background of 12 years in finance and accounting profession, 5 years of which
has been in senior level Management in the public sector. She has previously worked for Kenya
School of Government and Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute as the Head of
Finance and the Senior Accountant respectively.
The Finance Manager’s office
The finance manager’s office is mandated does finance reporting in relation to production of
annual statutory accounts, monthly and quarterly management accounts. The office performs
budgeting and cash flow forecasting while recommending and offering advise to ensure budgets
and plans in the institute are achieved
The office also processes fees charges, receipts revenues and debt management, payment and
reconciliation of supplier accounts and performs risk management duties that adopt a solid based
approach for long term sustainability.
Mr. Paul Kithure
Dean of Students
Mr. Paul Mwangi Kithure MKIM, MIHRM is the Dean of students. He has a vast experience as trained teacher, Lecturer and Human Resource Practitioner. Previously, he worked in Thika
District Education Office and later moved to Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE), where
he rose through the ranks to Senior Lecturer, Head of Department, and Deputy Registrar-
Academics. He once worked as a Human Resource Officer.
A holder of Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Master of Education both
from the University of Manchester-England, Mr. Kithure is currently pursuing a PhD in Human
Resource Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
He has presented several papers in International Conferences, worked as a Research Supervisor
and Co-authored modules used in Open & Distance Learning Training of teachers in Kenya.
His research interest includes Performance Management, Strategic Human Resource
Management, Change Management, Entrepreneurship, Education Leadership and Community
Based Rehabilitation for Youth and Persons with Disabilities.
Besides, he was an External Examiner at the Kyambogo University (Uganda) in the Faculty of
Special Education and Rehabilitation and an adjunct Lecturer in Management Studies in a
number of universities.
Mr. Kithure is also a fellow of the Hulme Hall Post Graduate Exhibition (England), the World
Bank Institute (WBI), Full Member of the Kenya Institute of Management and Institute of
Human Resource Management (K). He has also done the Strategic Leadership Development
Program at the Kenya School of Government.
Deans of student’s office
The office of the Dean of Students is responsible for the handling welfare issues from entry to
graduation. The office offers help to students in their bid to adjust to life in the Institute. The
office offers the following services; Chaplaincy services, Counseling services,student
Entertainment Services, Students Orientation programmes, Co-curricular activities and
supervision and facilitation of student organization TBO (Trainee Board Organization) and other
students interest groups.
The office guides students when they have you have a problem and don't know how to proceed;
when they are not sure of your rights in particular situations and when they need information
about institute rules and regulations. The office also coordinates all the co-curricular activities.
Ms. Jane Kariuki
Head Internal Audit
CPA Jane Kariuki is an accomplished auditor with experience in both external and internal audits. She is a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a Committee Member of the Research and Publication Committee at the Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya Chapter. She holds a Master of Business Administration (Finance Option) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) from the University of Nairobi. She has also worked as a Lecturer in various Learning Institutions and Operations Officer in the Banking Sector.
Ms. Kariuki is expected to enhance accountability and steer the institution’s governance
processes to the next level.
Internal Audit office
The Internal audit department is one of the most critical departments in the institute charged with
overseeing the overall supervision and operations of the unit; ensuing compliance with
established internal control procedures by examining records, accounts, reports, practices and
documentation. The conducts regular risk assessment of departments and functional areas,
maintain internal control systems by updating audit programs and procedures; Prepare special
audit and control reports by analyzing management functions.
The office also develops annual audit Plans, monitor progress of actions by management to
correct identified deficiencies and preparing documents for use in the Audit and Compliance
Committee.
Mr. George Miriti
Head Supply Chain Department
Mr. Miriti is an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
and the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM). He has a Master of Public Sector
Program Management degree from the Africa University in Zimbabwe, a Bachelor’s degree in
Commerce (Business Administration option) from the University of Nairobi (UoN), and Higher
National Diploma in Human Resource Management from Kenya Institute of Human Resource
Management.
He has many years of experience in Supply Chain Management having served in different
capacities in the Public Sector. He is expected to enhance transparency and steer the institution’s
financial management processes and reporting to high heights.
Supply Chain Management office
The Supply Chain Management office has several responsibilities. It acts as the tender secretariat
that handles all procurement and disposal matters at the institute. The office facilitates the
process of procuring of goods and services for the institute.
The office maintains and update annually standing lists of registered tenderers required by the
procuring entity, prepares publish and distribute procurement and disposal opportunities
including invitations to tender, pre-qualification documents and invitations for expressions of
interest .
The office also co-ordinates the receiving and opening of tender documents, co-ordinates the
evaluation of tenders, quotations and proposals, Implements the decisions of the procurement,
tender and disposal committees, including coordinating all activities of these committees,
monitor contract management by user departments to ensure implementation of contracts in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts, co-ordinate internal monitoring and
evaluation of the supply chain function.
Mr. Oscar Omondi
Head ICT
Oscar Omondi is the Head of ICT department in the Institute, managing the automation, infrastructure and overall ICT services to the students and teaching community. He holds a Master of Science degree in Information Technology, Strathmore University, Post Graduate Diploma in ICT leadership and Knowledge Society, Dublin City University and Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, JKUAT. Mr. Omondi is a member of ISACA -global association for development, adoption and use of globally accepted, industry-leading knowledge and practices for information systems and IT governance.
Mr. Omondi has a wealth of experience in ICT in education having worked previously at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development and a member of the National Steering committee for E-learning standards in Kenya. Prior to his appointment as the Head of ICT at the Institute, Mr. Omondi was the Chief ICT Officer/deputy head of the ICT department at the Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology-Kenya
ICT functions
Information Communication Technology function is cross-cutting and therefore seeks to facilitate the students and teaching communities at the institute to effectively, efficiently access and exploit available ICT services and resources in teaching, research, consultancy and Administration.
The services provided by this office include: hardware support, software support, network infrastructure support, automation of core services, internet support, website support, email-support, ICT support for media training, ICT end user training, ICT Policy & strategy development and implementation.