WEWeche Eshiwani
@wecheeshiwani
Visionary finance leader with 20+ years driving institutional growth and partnerships.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance professional and servant leader with over 20 years' experience providing strategic oversight, operational management, and institutional growth across East Africa. I combine academic expertise in finance with hands-on leadership in program design, partnership cultivation, and resource mobilization.
As a postgraduate coordinator and assistant lecturer, I oversaw regional program operations, stakeholder engagement, and implementation of strategic frameworks to increase program relevance and enrollment. In parallel, I have advised 15+ NGOs and social enterprises on strategic planning, financial sustainability, and partnership development, directly contributing to organizational scaling and impact.
My strengths include P&L oversight, organizational change management, research and policy analysis, and data-driven decision making using tools such as SPSS, SAS, Python, QuickBooks, and Tableau. I am committed to mentoring teams, influencing sector conversations, and applying my experience to deepen impact and grow resources for mission-driven organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Financial Advisor
Independent Consultant
Jan 2006 - Present (20 years 1 month)
Advised 15+ NGOs and social enterprises across East Africa on strategic planning, operational scaling, and financial sustainability, helping clients secure partnerships and funding with international agencies and foundations. Produced research and thought leadership to position clients as sector partners.
JTPost Graduate Coordinator
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Jan 2015 - Jan 2022 (7 years)
Provided strategic direction and operational oversight for postgraduate programs, improving program relevance and increasing student enrollment while managing budgets and staff. Served as primary liaison with accrediting bodies, government education boards, and partner NGOs to secure program credibility and collaborative opportunities.
Finance Manager
Haematec Diagnostics E.A. Limited
Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 (2 years)
Managed company finances and administration, establishing financial controls and reporting systems while leading the finance and administration team to improve organizational effectiveness and compliance. Oversaw budgeting, reporting, and operational stewardship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
PhD in Finance, Finance
Pursuing a PhD in Finance with research on economic drivers and financial models applicable to natural asset valuation.
UNUniversity of Nairobi
Master of Business Administration, Finance
2006 - 2006
Completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Finance in 2006.
UBUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
1998 - 1998
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management in 1998.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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