Stephe Muthoka Ngala

Country Director , International non-profit organization

Nairobi, Kenya

A seasoned and purpose-driven NGO Executive and Country/Regional Director with over 18 years of progressive experience leading organizations, programs and support functions within the development and child-focused sector. I bring a strong combination of strategic leadership, financial stewardship, program management, organizational development, international relation and stakeholder engagement

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Area of Expertise:
  • Social, Education, Gender, Youth, Child
Professional Experience:

Strategic Management, International Development, International Relations, Research and Data Analysis Expert with 18 years of progressive leadership experience driving organisational transformation, large-scale program delivery, and institutional growth across East Africa. Proven Country Director with a strong record in leading multi-million-dollar donor portfolios, strengthening governance and financial systems, building high-performing cross-functional teams, and scaling impact across health, child protection, and community development sectors. Recognised for translating strategy into execution, mobilising multi-stakeholder partnerships, and delivering measurable outcomes in complex and resource-constrained environments. Academically accomplished with multiple postgraduate degrees in strategic management, development studies, and international relations with four research publication in different fields.

Education:

Master in Strategic Leadership & Management, International Relations & Diplocy, Development Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Strategic Leadership & Management
Advanced Diploma in Project Planning & Management
Diploma in Project Development & Management
Certified Public Accountant

Affiliations and Achievements:

•Improved operational efficiency by 40% through organization-wide transformation, streamlined processes and stronger cross-functional coordination.
•Increased staff retention by 35% by strengthening leadership, employee engagement, performance management and organizational development initiatives.
•Achieved 100% regulatory and donor compliance, maintaining zero compliance violations across multi-million-dollar donor-funded operations.
•Achieved a 75% proposal approval rate, strengthening donor confidence and contributing to increased organizational funding.
•Strengthened organizational governance and institutional partnerships by enhancing financial controls, fraud prevention, risk management and accountability systems, while establishing formal partnerships with government agencies across Kenya.
•Improved departmental performance by 30% through strengthened performance management structures, accountability mechanisms and leadership practices.
•Reduced staff turnover by 25% through leadership development, employee engagement and initiatives that fostered an inclusive organizational culture.
•Strengthened financial governance, donor compliance and accountability by enhancing budgeting, financial reporting and oversight systems in line with international donor standards, while building the financial management capacity of operational teams.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

15-20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Swahili

Nationality:

Kenya

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