Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Career Aspirations
Skills And Competencies
Accomplishments
Membership
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Timeline
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Lydiah Ndungu-Niemela

Summary

Professional with experience in student enrollment, database management and customer service. Expertly manages database software and systems and provides superior support for diverse needs. Knowledgeable about student information management systems and best practices in education.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Registrar and Head, Examinations

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2022 - Current

Lecturer

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2014 - Current

Senior Administrative Assistant and Head Examinations Teaching Programs and Timetabling

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2010 - 01.2022

Education

Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Educational Psychology -

Machakos University

Bachelor of Education in Home Economics -

Kenyatta University

Masters of Education in Educational Psychology -

Kenyatta University
01.2014

Skills

  • Academic advising
  • Enrollment Management
  • Strong Organization
  • Student Counseling

Career Aspirations

I am a mental health advocate that believes that all people regardless of their beliefs or social standing should have access to mental health resources and care. I am passionate about providing conducive learning environment for learners in crisis, young people in the LGBTQ+ and marginalized communities.

Skills And Competencies

Leadership and management skills- leading tasks and teamsGuidance and counselingTeaching and examiningCoordinating high level teams and team buildingExamination processing, setting, proof-reading internal and external moderation,Coordination and preparation of quarterly and annual performance reports for the Academic Division.Advisory to the University Senate on student matters on examination.Planning and execution of organizational activitiesBudget allocation and implementation for the examination section.Setting revision and implementation of performance targets for the examination section.Monitoring and Evaluation of the Section strategic planPersonnel management.Liaising with local and international Institutions of higher learning on documents processing, student placement and credit transfers.Technical SkillsAnalytical skills, editorial skills, report writing, minute taking and writing, information and database management.Teaching and presentation skills- Teaching, examination setting and result analysisSoft skillsSelf- determined and has a positive outlook towards work and life situations.Flexible, social and approachable.Innovative and with an ability to solve problemsCan withstand working under pressure with minimal supervision within set deadlines.Team player.Diligent and of high integrity

Accomplishments

Providing counseling and guidance to learners in challenges. I have guided more than 200 youths facing different psychological crisis in school/college set up, with such issues as depression, suicide and suicide thoughts, aggression, lack of motivation and drive and stress management . I have also conducted private counseling at least seven (7) adults outside of the school set up.Involved in pro bono counseling with the Hopewell Counseling firm.Participated in the development of curriculum in Bachelor of Education, Master of Education in Educational Psychology for the School of Education.Pioneer in establishment of the Academic division in the new South Eastern University College in 2010.Graduation- coordinated processing of ten (10) University graduation ceremonies at South Eastern Kenya University, 2014 to 2024.Examination- Successfully coordinated the activities of examinations which includes; setting, proof reading internal and external moderation, administration processing of certificates and transcripts, international and national liaison on student examination issues examination results presentation to University Senate from 2010 to date.University and Educational Policies Development- these include university Examination policy, examinations remarking policy, HIV/AIDS policy, Academic integrity policy, certificate and custody and reprinting.Participated in the University Deans Committee and Senate Meetings which are mandated to pass and approve Academic matters in the University.Steered the examination section and was rated as one of the best section in achievement of the University ISO 9001:2015 certification in 2018.Participated in the University marketing committees and in formulation of the University marketing plan for 2018/2019.

Membership

  • Registered psychologist by the counsellor and psychologists board of Kenya
  • Registered member of the Kenya Psychological Association
  • Registered independent service provider with Hopewell Counseling firm

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, travelling and helping the disadvantaged in the society

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Registrar and Head, Examinations

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2022 - Current

Lecturer

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2014 - Current

Senior Administrative Assistant and Head Examinations Teaching Programs and Timetabling

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2010 - 01.2022

Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Educational Psychology -

Machakos University

Bachelor of Education in Home Economics -

Kenyatta University

Masters of Education in Educational Psychology -

Kenyatta University

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