Human resources and communications professional with a strong background in mass communication, media production, and field research supervision. Experienced in data sourcing, reporting, and publication, with roles spanning radio production, survey supervision, and quality-focused operations in a client-driven environment. Demonstrated leadership in field teams and data entry supervision for multiple research and evaluation projects for government and international stakeholders. Adept at coordinating logistics, monitoring quality, preparing documentation, and delivering accurate, timely reports while working with minimal supervision.

Chrispinus Otieno

Human resources and communications professional with a strong background in mass communication, media production, and field research supervision. Experienced in data sourcing, reporting, and publication, with roles spanning radio production, survey supervision, and quality-focused operations in a client-driven environment. Demonstrated leadership in field teams and data entry supervision for multiple research and evaluation projects for government and international stakeholders. Adept at coordinating logistics, monitoring quality, preparing documentation, and delivering accurate, timely reports while working with minimal supervision.

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Work Experience

Radio Attachment (Digital Editing, Producing, News Presentation) at Radio Generation Frequency 88.8FM
June 1, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Performed digital editing and produced content for radio programming. Supported news presentation and contributed to sourcing and publishing news items, ensuring accurate and timely dissemination of information.
Operations/Client Orders & Export Documentation Coordinator at Fatim Flowers
February 1, 2021 - Present
Sourced and managed client orders by capturing accurate requirements. Monitored supply levels and communicated with suppliers on stock availability and quality issues. Coordinated with the QC team to ensure delivered flowers met quality standards, and ensured affected flowers (e.g., Botrytis) were returned with replacement or credit note arrangements. Prepared and verified export documentation including packing lists and invoices. Estimated and booked weekly freight volume, confirming daily shipment requirements.
Field Team Supervisor (Data Entry Supervision) at UNES (for Insurance Regulatory Authority)
September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Supervised field teams conducting a study on the impact of consumer education programmes on insurance services in Kenya. Oversaw and supported data entry activities and field supervision to ensure completeness and quality of survey data.
Field Team Supervisor (End-term Evaluation) at UNES (for Insurance Regulatory Authority)
April 1, 2020 - April 30, 2020
Supervised a field team for the end-term evaluation of the insurance agency development program (Executive Certificate of Proficiency - ECOP) and coordinated data collection and data entry supervision.
Data Entry Assistant at Participatory Development Centre (PDC)
February 25, 2019 - March 8, 2019
Conducted data entry for a household survey held in Caritas South Sudan, supporting accurate capture and processing of survey information.
Content Supervisor at Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)
February 25, 2019 - March 8, 2019
Supervised content for field work and coordinated activities supporting data collection and reporting. Supported structured data handling and ensured required content quality during the assignment.
Data Entry Assistant at Cognate Consultancy
September 10, 2018 - September 18, 2018
Conducted data entry for an assessment of gender dimensions and implications of proposed road construction, supporting the collection and processing of structured field information.
Data Entry Assistant at Cognate Consultancy
June 10, 2018 - June 21, 2018
Supported data entry on a labor relations questionnaire, ensuring structured data capture for the consultancy assignment.
Field Team Lead (Information Gaps Study) at UNES (for Insurance Regulatory Authority)
February 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Led field activities for a study on information gaps on risks and insurance services in county governments in Kenya. Later supervised data entry to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
Field Team Lead at UNES (for WE-EFFECT)
February 1, 2017 - May 31, 2017
Led a field team for the evaluation of adaptation to climate change and enhanced environmental resilience (ACER) project 2014-2016. Coordinated field activities and supported data collection and reporting.
Field Team Lead (Consumer Education Assessment) at UNES (for Insurance Regulatory Authority)
December 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Led field activities for an assessment of the impact of consumer education programmes on insurance services in Kenya, and later supervised data entry.
Team Leader at UNES (for Insurance Regulatory Authority)
January 1, 2016 - March 31, 2016
Led a team conducting an anthropological study on how culture, beliefs, and values influence uptake of insurance services among selected communities in Kenya.
Field Supervisor at UNES/Consultancy assignment (for Etare Dam Water Project assessment)
May 3, 2015 - May 10, 2015
Supervised field activities for a study involving RAP, ecological, social, demographic, historical, and geographical context of the proposed Etare Dam and water project in Kericho and Nakuru counties.
Data Entry Assistant at Cognate Consultancy
April 10, 2015 - April 18, 2015
Conducted data entry for an assessment of gender dimensions and implications of proposed road construction.
Research Assistant / Data Entry Clerk at Cognate Consultants (IDH/ETP/KTDA)
April 1, 2014 - April 30, 2014
Worked as a research assistant and data entry clerk on a baseline survey regarding gender and youth empowerment in certification among small-holder tea farmers in Kenya.
Research Assistant / Data Entry Clerk at Cognate Consultants (IDH/ETP/KTDA)
March 1, 2013 - March 31, 2013
Supported baseline survey activities on gender and youth dimensions of labor relations in the smallholder tea sector in Kenya, including data entry and compilation.
Research Assistant / Data Entry Clerk at Cognate Consultants (IDH/ETP/KTDA)
January 1, 2013 - January 31, 2013
Supported baseline survey activities for smallholder tea producers and private factory buyers in Kenya, focusing on health and safety aspects of tea certification and related sustainability.
Research Assistant / Data Entry Clerk at Cognate Consultants
December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Supported baseline survey work on gender-based violence in Kenya for the National Crime Research Centre, including data entry and data compilation support.
Researcher (Health Workforce Mapping) / Research Assistant at Capacity Kenya
October 22, 2012 - November 23, 2012
Conducted research for a health workforce mapping exercise at Coast General Hospital, Tudor District Hospital, and the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in Mombasa.
Researcher (Health Workforce Mapping) / Research Assistant at Capacity Kenya
August 1, 2012 - September 14, 2012
Conducted research for a health workforce mapping exercise at Kenyatta National Hospital and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret.
Research Assistant / Data Entry Clerk at Cognate Consultants (GIZ/ETP)
December 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Worked with a team conducting a baseline study on gender and youth dimensions of climate change impact on small-scale tea farmers in Kenya.
Research Assistant (Small-scale Tea Producer Research) at Cognate Consultancy
October 10, 2011 - December 16, 2011
Supported research activities focused on small-scale tea producers, including structured data capture and compilation.
Data Entry (CBOs) at Plan International
April 10, 2011 - May 13, 2011
Conducted data entry for CBOs at community level, supporting field data capture and database population.
Data Entry Clerk at M & O Data Experts
December 6, 2010 - December 17, 2010
Conducted data entry for the Community Based Livelihood Recovery Program (CLRP) for WES, supporting structured data capture and compilation.
Data Entry Clerk at M & O Data Experts / PDC (Participatory Development Centre)
August 16, 2010 - August 20, 2010
Conducted data entry for Livelihood Recovery Program activities and supported information handling for PDC.
Research Assistant at Peace Net
January 1, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Worked as a research assistant supporting research activities and data collection tasks.
Data Collection & Project Field Support (Baseline Surveys) at M & O Data Experts
May 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Handled data collection and compilation; maintained administrative control of field projects including interviews (personal and telephone); reported daily findings to the supervisor; supported report writing; and conducted baseline surveys.
Research Assistant at Boston writer (book research)
March 1, 2009 - November 30, 2009
Supported research for a book being written about Obama Senior, including gathering and verifying background information for the author.
Marketing/Sales Representative at e-Vaults Network Ltd
January 1, 2007 - May 31, 2007
Marketed automated remote backup product as a sales representative. Conducted sales activities and promoted the product to potential customers.
Accounts Office Assistant / Accounts & Administrative Support at Baylem Limited Company
February 1, 2005 - July 31, 2005
Supported accounts office tasks including preparation of NHIF forms, filing system review, and understanding general files and prime books of accounts. Prepared balanced cash books for multiple months and handled official communications and client attendance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mass communication and applied technology at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Secondary School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment