Chief Executive Officer

Ag. Chief Executive Officer
Nehemiah Ngetich

Mr. Ngetich an expert in biosafety is currently the Acting Chief Executive officer and has previously served as Director Biosafety Research and Compliance having joined the Authority in 2012 as a Biosafety Inspector.

Currently a PhD (Plant Ecology) candidate at the University of Nairobi University, Mr.Ngetich holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE-Moi University) and a Masters degree in Plant Ecology (University of Nairobi). He also holds a Bachelors degree (BSc Horticulture) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). Mr. Ngetich worked in different positions within the Biosafety Training Department. He has been instrumental in drafting technical guidelines for regulating plants and animal biotechnology in Kenya. Mr. Ngetich has attended and facilitated many Conferences and Workshops both locally and internationally on biosafety. 

 

 

 Director Corporation Services 
Dr. Ann N. Karimi 

Dr. Ann N. Karimi joined the National Biosafety Authority (NBA) in October 2021 as the Director, Corporate Services (DCS). She is a qualified Financial Analyst with over fifteen years of experience in Pensions, Investments, Finance, Administration and the Asset Management Industry across various sectors.

Dr. Karimi holds a PhD in Business Administration with a Major in Finance. In addition, she holds a Master of Science in Finance Degree from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Science Degree in International Business Administration (IBA) with a Major in Finance from United States International University (USIU). She is a Full Member of the Institute of Certified Financial Analysts (ICIFA) and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI).

Before joining National Biosafety Authority (NBA), she held various senior positions in both the public and private sector, including; Financial Analyst, Head of Credit, East Africa, Head of Pensions and Institutional Business, and held Directorships in the private sector. In addition, she is a Finance and Leadership enthusiast with a certification in Strategic Management and Leadership from the Kenya Institute of Management.

 

Director Legal Services /Corporation Secretary
CS. Moses Lukale Sande

CS. Moses Lukale Sande is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya of over Ten (10) years standing, a Certified Secretary of Kenya and a member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya (ICSK) in good standing and a member of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK). He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) from the University of Nairobi, a post-graduate Diploma in law from the Kenya School of Law; and a Master of Laws degree (LL.M) in International Criminal Justice and Armed Conflict from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom. CS. Sande has also successfully completed Senior Management Course from the Kenya School of Government and has vast experience in Corporate Governance, Human Rights, Peace Support Operations and Disaster Management matters. Prior to joining NBA, he held various positions in the public and private sectors, including the Ministry of Defense, University of Nairobi and County Government of Kakamega. CS Sande is a Certified Governance and Legal Compliance Auditor.

 

 

Director Biosafety Research and Compliance
Mr. Josphat Muchiri

 Mr. Muchiri is an expert on biosafety regulatory frameworks in Kenya and other diverse topics related to biotechnology, biosafety and emerging technologies.He is currently the Acting Director Biosafety Research & Compliance at the Authority. Mr Muchiri, holds Master’s Degree in Horticulture (2005), University of Nairobi, Kenya and M.Sc. Biosafety in Plant Biotechnology from Marche Polytechnic University, Italy and a Bachelor Degree in Agriculture (2000) from University of Nairobi, Kenya,

He is currently in-charge of Technical Services Directorate, in an acting capacity, mandated to implement the core mandate of the Authority. He is also the National Focal Point to the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) as well as the Emergency Contacts person to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety.

Prior to joining the Authority, he worked with the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS).Mr. Muchiri was a member of the AHTEG Committee on Risk Assessment and Risk Management of the CBD between year 2014 and 2016. He has facilitated in various forums at nationally and internationally level.

 

Director Audit and Risk Assurance
CPA. Geoffrey Ogoti Ogoro

Mr.Ogoro is a distinguished professional with over 23 years of exemplary experience in public-sector auditing and risk assurance. In his 12 years of impactful service at the National Biosafety Authority (NBA), he has been instrumental in establishing and operationalizing the Internal Audit Directorate. He is a holder of a Master’s in Finance and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA(K)). Mr.Ogoro is a Certified Professional Mediator (CPM), showcasing his adeptness in resolving conflicts and fostering collaborative environments. His multidisciplinary expertise is further strengthened by active membership in esteemed professional bodies, including the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), and the International Academy of Mediators. He has honed his leadership abilities through the Strategic Leadership Development Program and a Senior Management Course at the Kenya School of Government. His credentials as a Trainer of Trainers and his specialized training in Corporate Governance for Directors underline his dedication to fostering best practices in governance and ethical leadership. His scholarly contributions include published research in the Research Journal of Finance and Accounting on the Effectiveness of Audit Committees in the Public Sector.

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