Rose Kaluyu Kemenchu

Address Contacts P.O. Box 21899-00400, Nairobi, Kenya
Mobile: +254-710781047
Email: rosekkamenchu@yahoo.com

Career Objectives
A trained scientist and analyst interested in developing new skills and knowledge with the aim of applying them more effectively in public service and in a position of responsibility.

Academic Background

2013 – 2018
University of Nairobi, School of Medicine, Kenya
Master of Science in Medical Physiology
Area of Study: Neuroscience
Publication: The Effect of Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) Tincture on Memory and Learning in Mice, Volume – 4, Issue – 10, October 2019

1999 – 2004
University of Nairobi, College of Health Sciences (Faculty of Pharmacy), Kenya
Courses Studied: Human anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, maths, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, pharmacognosy, clinical pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, clinical chemistry, pathology, hematology, medical microbiology, pharmaceutics, social pharmacy, and pharmaceutical chemistry
Admission deferred (Level III)

1979 – 1983
University of Waterloo, Canada
B.Sc (Hons. Science)
Area of Study: Biological Science and Chemistry

1976 – 1977
Kaaga Girls High School, Meru, Kenya
A Level
East African Advanced Certificate of Education (E.A.A.C.E)
Grade: Principal pass (Physics & Biology); Subsidiary pass (Math & Chemistry)

1972 – 1975
St Mary’s Secondary School, Meru, Kenya
O Level
East African Certificate of Education (E.A.C.E)
Grade: Division 1

1965 – 1971
Meru Primary School
Certificate of Primary Education (C.P.E)
Grades: English (A), Math (C+), General Paper (B)

Short Courses/Seminars

November/December 2023
Advancing Physiological Training and Research in Africa
Sponsor: East African Society of Physiological Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

May 2008
National Symposium on Peace Building
Sponsor: Kenya Episcopal Conference

September 2003
International Conference on HIV/AIDS
Sponsor: Global Business Council (GBC)

July 1987
Orientation Course at National Public Health Laboratory
Sponsor: Government Chemist Department (Office of the President)

March 1985
International Conference on Women’s Decade, Nairobi, Kenya
Sponsor: Government of Kenya

Work Experience

2007 – 2016
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), Department of Pharmacy, Nairobi Campus
Position: Lecturer

2010 – 2012
Kenya Polytechnic University College, School of Health Sciences, Nairobi
Position: Lecturer

September 2007 – 2008
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), Department of Pharmacy, Machakos Campus
Position: Lecturer

1991 – 1999
Simrose Chemist Limited, Nairobi, Kenya
Position: Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day running of the pharmacy
• Assist in dispensing of medicines
• Ensure proper storage of drugs and close monitoring of expiration dates
• Participate in pharmaceutical-related seminars and launches of new drugs in the market
• Guide clients on the proper use of prescribed drugs
• Purchase of drugs and stock taking
• Community work with the less privileged

March 1985 – March 1991
Government Chemist Department, Nairobi, Kenya
Position: Analyst
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect exhibits and samples at scenes of crime
• Receive exhibits and samples submitted by police departments, government departments, and private institutions for analysis
• Physical examination and chemical analysis of exhibits and materials of interest
• Compile reports on analytical findings for court proceedings to corroborate evidence
• Perform duties in the departments of water, toxicology, criminalistics, bhang, and serology

Personal Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills:

• Software proficiency in Microsoft suite of products: Windows, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and Internet applications

Social Skills:

• Co-operative, dedicated, and innovative team player
• Mature with good interpersonal skills and a high sense of professionalism
• Pleasant, warm, and humorous in social interaction with workmates and others in general
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Diligent, flexible, and able to interact easily
• Ambitious, self-motivated, and can work under minimal supervision

Activities/Interests

• Board Member (BOG), Karumo Technical Training Institute, Meru, Kenya
• Member, Commonwealth Business Women (CBW)
• Member, Catholic Women Association (CWA)
• Coordinator, Small Christian Community (Local Church)
• Sports, reading, music, and comedy
• Traveling and sightseeing

References

1. Prof Thairu Kihumbu
   University of Nairobi
   Department of Medical Physiology
   P.O. Box 30197, Nairobi, Kenya
   Mobile: +254-725299510

2. Mr. Gerald Kalenywa Atheru
   Dean, Faculty of Commerce
   Kenyatta University
   P.O. Box 43844-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
   Mobile: +254-722780790, +254-734717818

3. Mrs. Patricia Ndegwa
   Partner & Co-Founder, Fit for Purpose
   P.O. Box 30711-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
   Mobile: +254-721555830