I am a proactive and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in program coordination, communication, and organizational development within the civil service and trade union sectors. I specialize in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, and I excel at fostering collaborative relationships and driving impactful initiatives. I hold a Diploma in Mass Communication (Print Option) from the Technical University of Mombasa, and I have successfully managed international programs and events, liaising with partners such as Public Services International (PSI) and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. My work with the Union of Kenya Civil Servants and the Trade Union Congress of Kenya has sharpened my ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and implement policies that advance social justice and equitable workplaces. I am passionate about empowering teams, optimizing operations, and championing policies that promote decent work and environmental responsibility. I enjoy capacity-building workshops, public campaigns, and policy development, and I’m eager to collaborate with diverse partners to drive sustainable change that benefits public servants and workers across Kenya.

Winnie A. Lago

I am a proactive and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in program coordination, communication, and organizational development within the civil service and trade union sectors. I specialize in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, and I excel at fostering collaborative relationships and driving impactful initiatives. I hold a Diploma in Mass Communication (Print Option) from the Technical University of Mombasa, and I have successfully managed international programs and events, liaising with partners such as Public Services International (PSI) and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. My work with the Union of Kenya Civil Servants and the Trade Union Congress of Kenya has sharpened my ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and implement policies that advance social justice and equitable workplaces. I am passionate about empowering teams, optimizing operations, and championing policies that promote decent work and environmental responsibility. I enjoy capacity-building workshops, public campaigns, and policy development, and I’m eager to collaborate with diverse partners to drive sustainable change that benefits public servants and workers across Kenya.

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I am a proactive and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in program coordination, communication, and organizational development within the civil service and trade union sectors. I specialize in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, and I excel at fostering collaborative relationships and driving impactful initiatives. I hold a Diploma in Mass Communication (Print Option) from the Technical University of Mombasa, and I have successfully managed international programs and events, liaising with partners such as Public Services International (PSI) and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. My work with the Union of Kenya Civil Servants and the Trade Union Congress of Kenya has sharpened my ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and implement policies that advance social justice and equitable workplaces.

I am passionate about empowering teams, optimizing operations, and championing policies that promote decent work and environmental responsibility. I enjoy capacity-building workshops, public campaigns, and policy development, and I’m eager to collaborate with diverse partners to drive sustainable change that benefits public servants and workers across Kenya.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Special Programmes Officer at Union of Kenya Civil Servants
July 1, 2022 - Present
Coordinate participation in international meetings (PSI forums, GOTUS); serve as liaison between the union and PSI; organize events (e.g., 'My Waste My Responsibility' safety gear donation campaign); draft proposals; maintain program records; monitor policy implementation; facilitate capacity-building workshops for union officials.
Communication Assistant Officer at Union of Kenya Civil Servants
November 1, 2012 - July 1, 2022
Provide administrative support; manage internal and external communications; handle inquiries; maintain records of union activities; assist in report preparation for senior management.
Intern at Union of Kenya Civil Servants
January 1, 2011 - April 1, 2011
Assist with office operations, typing correspondence, managing phone lines, and supporting customer relations.
Global Outlook Trade Union School Coordinator at Trade Union Congress of Kenya
April 1, 2021 - Present
Coordinate GOTUS activities for TUC-Ke affiliates; foster knowledge exchange on labor rights and globalization; led the GOTUS Alumni team in drafting policy recommendations for Kenya’s Public Transport Sector Code of Conduct.

Education

Bachelor in Business Administration at University of the People, USA
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
Diploma in Mass Communication (Print Option) at Technical University of Mombasa
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at G.E. B Girls High School
January 11, 2030 - March 20, 2026
Political Leadership and Governance Programme at Friedrich Ebert Stiftung
January 1, 2023 - March 20, 2026
Digital Rights Officer Training at Public Services International & Friedrich Ebert Stiftung
January 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026
Leadership and Management Certificate at London Luxury Academy
January 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026
Conflict Resolution, Mediation, and Negotiation at UNITAR
January 1, 2018 - March 20, 2026
Globalization and Labor Market Challenges at GOTUS
January 1, 2017 - March 20, 2026

Qualifications

Political Leadership and Governance Programme
January 1, 2023 - March 20, 2026
Digital Rights Officer Training
January 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026
Leadership and Management Certificate
January 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026
Conflict Resolution, Mediation, and Negotiation
January 1, 2018 - March 20, 2026
Globalization and Labor Market Challenges
January 1, 2017 - March 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services

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