Patrick Mutai Email & Phone Number

Kenya

Gaziantep, Turkey

I am responsible for coordinating the shelter and non-food items (ES/NFI) response in the North West Syria as part of the Cluster. My role involves providing strategic leadership and coordination for the Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster in the North West Syria Humanitarian response. This response aims to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) and vulnerable individuals affected by conflict and natural disasters.The Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster focuses on… Show more I am responsible for coordinating the shelter and non-food items (ES/NFI) response in the North West Syria as part of the Cluster. My role involves providing strategic leadership and coordination for the Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster in the North West Syria Humanitarian response. This response aims to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) and vulnerable individuals affected by conflict and natural disasters.The Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster focuses on coordinating the delivery of emergency and transitional shelter solutions, as well as winterization assistance. These efforts aim to provide essential life-saving services, reduce protection risks, and improve living conditions with dignity. To support these objectives, the S/NFI Cluster develops tools, manages assessments, and establishes coordinated strategies to enhance cooperation between humanitarian organizations and government entities. Show less

Kabul, Afghanistan

My roles and responsibilities entail providing strategic leadership and coordination to the Emergency Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster in the Afghanistan Humanitarian response for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Including Refugees, Returnees and vulnerable people affected by conflict and natural disasters. The Emergency Shetler and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster supports the provision of basic lifesaving services by coordinating the delivery of emergency, transitional, and… Show more My roles and responsibilities entail providing strategic leadership and coordination to the Emergency Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster in the Afghanistan Humanitarian response for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Including Refugees, Returnees and vulnerable people affected by conflict and natural disasters. The Emergency Shetler and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) Cluster supports the provision of basic lifesaving services by coordinating the delivery of emergency, transitional, and permanent shelter solutions, as well and winterization assistance. This helps to mitigate further protection risks and allows for safer and more dignified living conditions. The ES/NFI Cluster supports these efforts through the development of tools, management of assessments, and development of coordinated strategies to improve cooperation between humanitarian organizations and government entities. Show less

Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria

My roles and responsibilities entailed providing strategic leadership and coordination to the shelter cluster in the Nigeria Humanitarian response for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Including Refugees and Returnees. During my period here I supported in coordinating the Decongestion strategy for IDP camps in the NE Nigeria in addition to supporting service delivery of partners in the Shelter & CCCM Sector.

Kibondo, Tanzania

My key responsibilities were to provide leadership, technical support, project management and strategic shelter co-ordination in the Refugee response. During my period in Tanzania I managed to:• Develop a robust shelter strategy that led to an Increase the adequate shelter coverage for the refugees from less than 10% to more than 80% providing them with decent living conditions• Harness Information management tools and Introduced use of mobile data collection technology in shelter… Show more My key responsibilities were to provide leadership, technical support, project management and strategic shelter co-ordination in the Refugee response. During my period in Tanzania I managed to:• Develop a robust shelter strategy that led to an Increase the adequate shelter coverage for the refugees from less than 10% to more than 80% providing them with decent living conditions• Harness Information management tools and Introduced use of mobile data collection technology in shelter construction coupled with a community-based shelter construction approach. The approach enhanced ownership, led to an average reduced cost of construction of 17% and Improved UNHCR's ability to monitor and evaluate the shelter projects.• Introduced the upgradable shelter an Innovation that shortens the period that refugees have to live in emergency shelters as captured in this video coverage.Tanzania: Refugee families face shelter crisis• Support the office in various leadership, policy development and coordination roles including coordination of UN Kigoma Joint Programme a one UN project, Host community working group coordination and serving as Officer in charge in various occasions.• Improve the working conditions of staff in the office compound through design and supervision of the construction works to renovate the compound. This Involved adapting modern landscaping and building designs. Show less

Gambella, Ethiopia

My key responsibilities were to provide technical support, project planning, project management and strategic shelter co-ordination in the Refugee response. My main achievements during my period in Ethiopia was:• Introduction of a community-based shelter construction approach in the operations shelter strategy• Development of 3 new camps during the period but notably the identification, selection and initial development of Nguenyyiel Refugee Camp which involved a great deal of lobbying,… Show more My key responsibilities were to provide technical support, project planning, project management and strategic shelter co-ordination in the Refugee response. My main achievements during my period in Ethiopia was:• Introduction of a community-based shelter construction approach in the operations shelter strategy• Development of 3 new camps during the period but notably the identification, selection and initial development of Nguenyyiel Refugee Camp which involved a great deal of lobbying, coordination and advocacy with the Host Government. My work In Ethiopia Is captured In an article In the Refugees News Letter Issue 03 (Refer to Page 8) Show less

Malakal, South Sudan

I supervised and coordinated shelter activities of the shelter cluster in Malakal in addition Camp Management duties. My main achievements during my period in South Sudan included:• In addition to my shelter roles I served as acting Camp Manager for a period of 6 months and managed to Relocate 14,000 IDPs to a new and better site from living in deplorable conditions as highlighted in this video. Camp Management Making a Difference • My work as a camp manager was captured in a… Show more I supervised and coordinated shelter activities of the shelter cluster in Malakal in addition Camp Management duties. My main achievements during my period in South Sudan included:• In addition to my shelter roles I served as acting Camp Manager for a period of 6 months and managed to Relocate 14,000 IDPs to a new and better site from living in deplorable conditions as highlighted in this video. Camp Management Making a Difference • My work as a camp manager was captured in a Documentary developed by the CCCM cluster and Launched on 13/10/2014 at Ecumenical Centre in Geneva CCCM in Malakal, South Sudan The Camp Documentary Show less

Dadaab And Kakuma - Kenya, Accra, Takoradi, Sunyani - Ghana

Provided technical support, leadership, coordination and development of shelter and infrastructure projects in Dadaab Refugee Camps. While in Ghana the Duties included Coordinating, supervising and advising in the construction of 364 refugee shelters. Key Achievements:• Successful initiation and implementation of the shelter project • Support in design and overseeing infrastructure projects i.e. Waste water collection using leach fields in 2 of the camps and 2 school… Show more Provided technical support, leadership, coordination and development of shelter and infrastructure projects in Dadaab Refugee Camps. While in Ghana the Duties included Coordinating, supervising and advising in the construction of 364 refugee shelters. Key Achievements:• Successful initiation and implementation of the shelter project • Support in design and overseeing infrastructure projects i.e. Waste water collection using leach fields in 2 of the camps and 2 school projects• Developed and updated the Shelter strategy• Updated the Camp MapsResponsibilities• Provide technical support to the UNHCR Sub Office Dadaab in Shelter, Infrastructure and Site Planning; ensuring that beneficiary needs are matched to resources and that UNHCR standards are continually maintained and improved in a cost effective manner. • Ensure the close and effective monitoring and reporting of UNHCR construction activities both in the refugee camps and the surrounding host communities. This includes updating Camp Maps in MapInfo GIS software and establishing a databse for shelter and infrastructure activities so that information on progress of shelter and infrastructure construction is readily available visually and lessons learned are incorporated into activities to improve performance.• Provide Technical guidance and coordination support to UNHCR Technical staff, Implementing Partners, local contractors and local Government counterparts in order to build capacity and improve quality of assistance provided in and outside the camps. Show less

Dadaab, Kenya

Headed a team of engineers in construction projects in support of the Education sector in Dadaab Refugee Camps. During this period, we managed to design and construct one of the first Double storied schools in the campsAchievements:• Improved on the tender evaluation and contract documents within the technical unit and Procurement department• Successfully designed and supervised the following projects;’1. Proposed storied primary school in Dagahaley funded by Italian… Show more Headed a team of engineers in construction projects in support of the Education sector in Dadaab Refugee Camps. During this period, we managed to design and construct one of the first Double storied schools in the campsAchievements:• Improved on the tender evaluation and contract documents within the technical unit and Procurement department• Successfully designed and supervised the following projects;’1. Proposed storied primary school in Dagahaley funded by Italian Development Co-operation and UNHCR2. Construction of 3 Libraries in Dadaab Refugee Camp funded by UNHCR and the American Embassy3. Construction of Classrooms – Emergency interventions in Dadaab Refugee Camps funded by UNICEF4. Construction of storied classroom complex to boost existing schools funded by BPRM and UNHCR• Worked with UNHCR technical unit on construction projects offering technical input and advise where needed Show less

Dadaab, Kenya

Supervised a team of engineers and technicians. The teams successfully undertook several projects in support of Refugees in Dadaab Refugee Camps. These included shelters, schools, roads etc.ResponsibilitiesTo supervise and provide technical inputs to all aspects of construction works in connection with Construction and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion) in project sites and establishment of DRCs compound in DadaabTo conduct technical assessments and to prepare… Show more Supervised a team of engineers and technicians. The teams successfully undertook several projects in support of Refugees in Dadaab Refugee Camps. These included shelters, schools, roads etc.ResponsibilitiesTo supervise and provide technical inputs to all aspects of construction works in connection with Construction and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion) in project sites and establishment of DRCs compound in DadaabTo conduct technical assessments and to prepare related designs and BoQ's for new construction as well as rehabilitation projects.To organize and conduct skills training for artisans and community resource persons as appropriate.To regularly monitor project implementation, related expenditure and periodic reporting as may be required.Projects undertaken: UNHCR Funded projects that target beneficiaries in the Dadaab Refugee Camps in their shelter Programme and also construction of infrastructure i.e. schools, police barracks Show less

Nairobi, Kenya

I Was involved in civil & structural design work and supervision of several major projects in Kenya at the time. The work included design and supervision of skyscrapers, bridges, roads and buildings.Responsible for:Interpreting the architectural drawings of proposed projects and undertaking Structural analysis and design of the same. Producing civil and structural drawings and detailing of the same via AutoCAD. Participating in site visits, site supervision, site… Show more I Was involved in civil & structural design work and supervision of several major projects in Kenya at the time. The work included design and supervision of skyscrapers, bridges, roads and buildings.Responsible for:Interpreting the architectural drawings of proposed projects and undertaking Structural analysis and design of the same. Producing civil and structural drawings and detailing of the same via AutoCAD. Participating in site visits, site supervision, site inspections and site meetings ensuring that the executed works are to the required specifications and design standards.Reviewing design and structural drawings of proposed project to fit the site conditions. Ensuring Quality Control of on-going works (assigned GCE projects) and carrying out analysis of test results e.g. concrete cube tests, sieve analysis.Some of the projects involved in include: The Design of the Proposed UAP Tower in Upper Hill (24 stories)The Design of Rongai Trauma Hospital-NakuruRoad Design for Gatiki/Gatina Bridge on E582The design and supervision of the proposed Delloite Office Block -Off Waiyaki Way. Supervision and design of the stalled Kitui Teachers Training College in Kitui GPS Technician: Kenya Roads Inventory and Condition Survey project (RICS) -KenyaSupervision and design revision of NSSF Annexe-Parking Silo (5 stories and 4 basements). Currently serving as the Ass. Resident Engineer of the project. Supervision of New Co-operative Bank Branches - Siakago Branch and Narok BranchRefurbishment of the Kenya Parliament Buildings - ongoing. Show less