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Catherine Mumo
@catherinemumo
I build ESG risk systems and climate finance strategies for African financial institutions and development investors.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
At Impact Africa Consulting, I lead ESG, climate risk and impact-management assignments for DFIs, financial institutions and investors across Africa. I've designed ESMS frameworks, led 40+ ESG due diligences, and strengthened portfolio monitoring for investments exceeding USD 100 million.
Previously at KPMG East Africa, I supported ESG, impact assessment and results-based financing programmes across the continent. I also founded Nawiri Sisters Foundation, where I lead gender equality, girls' education and youth empowerment programmes that have reached more than 3,500 girls.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IL
Current
Senior Sustainability Analyst | ESG Project Manager
Impact Africa Consulting Limited
Aug 2023 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Led multidisciplinary teams delivering ESG, climate risk, and impact management assignments across Africa. Directed ESMS design and implementation aligned with IFC Performance Standards for portfolios exceeding USD 100 million, and led over 40 ESG due diligence assignments.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Sussex
Master of Science, Sustainable Development
Advanced postgraduate study in sustainable development theory and practice, climate policy and international development finance.
Africa Nazarene University
Postgraduate Professional Certification, Environmental & Social Impact Assessment & Audit
Advanced, specialized training in E&S impact assessment methodology, audit procedures and safeguard compliance.
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
Grade: First Class Honours
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with First Class Honours, ranking in the top 1% of the cohort.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Sustainability AnalystESG SpecialistRemote Impact Investment AnalystClimate Risk AnalystEnvironmental Risk ManagerSustainability ConsultantDevelopment Finance ConsultingSocial Impact DirectorManaging DirectorSustainability Data AnalystSustainable Development AnalystGlobal Supply Chain Sustainability AnalystESG AnalystSustainability Feasibility AnalystSustainability SpecialistSustainability AnalyticsSustainability Analysis
Skills
Environmental Management Systems (EMS)ESG Due DiligenceEnvironmental And Social Due DiligenceESG Initiative PlanningIFC Performance StandardsClimate Risk And Opportunity AssessmentsClimate AdaptationClimate ResilienceGRIIFRSTCFDImpact Measurement And Management FrameworksImpact InvestingGender Lens Investing2X CriteriaPortfolio MonitoringKPI DesignESG ReportingSustainable FinanceEnvironmental and Social Impact AssessmentStakeholder EngagementCapacity BuildingTheories Of ChangeData CollectionClimate Vulnerability MappingGrievance ManagementEnglishKiswahiliGermanFrench
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