Skeeter Gichunge

Conducted in-depth research on diverse topics using credible academic sources and produced original, well-structured academic essays, papers, and reports tailored to client specifications. Applied proper citation styles (APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago) to ensure academic integrity and edited and proofread content for coherence, clarity, and accuracy.

Conducted structured interviews in youth-led households to assess the impact of economic empowerment programs targeting vulnerable children. Collaborated with local leaders and community stakeholders to identify and access target households, ensuring smooth and respectful data collection.

Conducted household surveys with smallholder farmers to evaluate digital financial literacy and assessed farmers’ knowledge of climate change and documented the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices. Facilitated financial literacy training sessions for over 150 farmers, improving their understanding of digital credit solutions and responsible borrowing.

Collected high-quality data from over 3,000 smallholder farmers across six counties, supporting the development of crop insurance policies and bundled services. Delivered training sessions on hybrid index insurance and smartphone-based imagery monitoring, equipping farmers with tools to manage agricultural risks.

Conducted sensitization campaigns targeting maize traders and consumers in local markets to raise awareness of aflatoxin contamination risks. Promoted the demand for safer maize by educating stakeholders on the health impacts of aflatoxins and proper post-harvest handling practices.

Conducted field data collection to assess maize farmers’ needs and preferences for managing agricultural risks, contributing to the development of improved crop index insurance products. Applied experimental economics methods to evaluate farmers’ willingness to pay for crop insurance solutions.

Surveyed small-scale farmers to assess their practices, attitudes, and knowledge on the biological control of Papaya Mealybug in pawpaw orchards. Assessed fruit and vegetable farmers, consumers, and traders to improve understanding of food safety and consumer awareness issues, supporting safer market practices.

Mapped and identified enumeration area boundaries, locating and recording all structures within assigned zones. Conducted household interviews using Open Data Kit (ODK) tools, ensuring accurate, real-time data entry during the national census exercise.

Supported the national electoral process by assisting voters, verifying credentials, and ensuring smooth, transparent polling operations at the assigned station. Maintained order and compliance with electoral procedures, contributing to the integrity and efficiency of the election day process.

Activities and societies: CAS ICM III: Biological Control and Ecosystem Services; CAS ICM II: Aspects of Implementation; CAS ICM I: Sustainable Production Practices

Completed a Diploma in Advanced Studies in Integrated Crop Management, focusing on biological control, ecosystem services, and sustainable production practices. The program covered various aspects of implementation in integrated crop management.

Grade: Second Class-Upper Division

Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology with a Second Class-Upper Division. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in biological conservation principles and practices.

Activities and societies: Inbox Management, Calendar management, Project Management, Creating presentations, Data Entry, Booking Travel, Internet research, Google Workspace, Preparing Meetings and Note taking

Completed the ALX Africa Virtual Assistant Program, gaining proficiency in various administrative tasks. Key areas of study included inbox and calendar management, project management, and data entry.