CAROL CHEPKECH TIRIONGO
Manchester
Summary
Accomplished sustainability professional with extensive experience in driving environmental initiatives and reducing operational impacts across buildings and facilities. Proven track record in developing and executing innovative projects. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, project management, and data analysis to achieve measurable improvements in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and carbon emissions. Committed to promoting sustainable practices and achieving net-zero targets through strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Policy Delivery Officer - Net Zero Buildings and Industry
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, UK
10.2021 - Current
- Played a pivotal role in the successful delivery of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, supporting the government's net-zero emissions goal through the decarbonisation of public sector buildings
- Managing communication, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis to drive the scheme's impact, resulting in over 1000 grants awarded to public sector organisations
- Conducted data analysis, prepared reports, and developed presentations and evidence-based recommendations to support informed decision-making by senior leadership in developing net zero policies
- Coordinated feedback processes, organized learning sessions with beneficiaries, and managed delivery partners to ensure continuous improvement
- Served as the team's climate change adaptation champion, promoting resilience and adaptation strategies/ ensuring scheme's adherence to broader climate adaptation goals.
Activities and Development Officer, Director & Trustee
University of Manchester Students' Union
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Spearheaded the establishment of a £50,000 Sustainability Fund to support student-led projects aligned with the university's 2038 carbon neutrality target
- Negotiated £11M+ in rent relief for students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
- Fostered entrepreneurship by partnering with Masood Entrepreneurship Centre on joint programs
- Organized cultural events, symposiums, and community outreach programs focused on sustainability and environmental awareness
- Collaborated with stakeholders across Greater Manchester universities to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the 5th Pan African Congress with a series of events promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Landscape Architect
Urban Green Landscapes Ltd, Kenya
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Coordinated landscape design, area development, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring the integration of sustainable practices and environmental considerations
- Managed projects from conceptual design through implementation, overseeing construction phases and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, local authorities, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives while minimizing environmental impact.
Landscape Architect
Urban Green Landscapes Ltd, Kenya
07.2015 - 01.2018
- Coordinated landscape design, area development, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring the integration of sustainable practices and environmental considerations
- Managed projects from conceptual design through implementation, overseeing construction phases and ensuring adherence to environmental regulations
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, local authorities, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives while minimizing environmental impact.
Education
MSc International Development: Environment, Climate change and development -
Global Development Institute, School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED)
09.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture - undefined
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), School of Architecture and Building Sciences
05.2010 - 05.2015
Skills
- Energy efficiency and carbon reduction initiatives
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Sustainable Development
- Green Infrastructure Design and Planning
- Stakeholder Management and Collaboration
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Project Management
- Cross-functional communication
- Report analysis
Affiliations
- Dance performance
- Travel
- Architectural and miniature photography
Certification
Carbon literacy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Policy Delivery Officer - Net Zero Buildings and Industry
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, UK
10.2021 - Current
Activities and Development Officer, Director & Trustee
University of Manchester Students' Union
07.2020 - 07.2021
MSc International Development: Environment, Climate change and development -
Global Development Institute, School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED)
09.2019 - 09.2020
Landscape Architect
Urban Green Landscapes Ltd, Kenya
05.2019 - 08.2019
Landscape Architect
Urban Green Landscapes Ltd, Kenya
07.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture - undefined
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), School of Architecture and Building Sciences
05.2010 - 05.2015
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