LOITIPTIP LORONYOKWE
Marsabit,Marsabit, Kenya
Summary
Urban planner and GIS specialist with a focus on sustainable development through spatial planning and community engagement. Expertise in leveraging geospatial technologies for conservation, indigenous knowledge documentation, and resource management strategies. Committed to innovative solutions for urban and ecological challenges.
Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Lead & Project Lead
Nature and People as One (NaPO)
01.2024 - Current
- Led GIS mapping and spatial data management for conservation and restoration projects, enhancing ecological sustainability across Marsabit County.
- Oversee project design, implementation, and monitoring, ensuring alignment with community priorities and donor requirements.
- Coordinated reporting and knowledge-sharing with local and international partners, showcasing advancements in biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation initiatives.
- Supported herder-led rangeland management through participatory mapping and resource tracking, strengthening community engagement and stewardship.
- Facilitate capacity building for youth and community members in mapping, monitoring, and sustainable land-use practices.
Volunteer GIS & Remote Sensing Officer
Rebuilding Pastoralist Livelihoods (REPAL)
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and manage maps, datasets, and visualisations to support decision-making and reporting.
- Integrated GIS and remote sensing tools into project monitoring and evaluation processes to improve data-driven decision making.
- Supported spatial data preparation and analysis for pastoralist-focused projects to enhance project outcomes.
- Leveraged volunteer expertise to empower local communities in strengthening community-based resilience and rangeland management initiatives.
Urban Planning Attaché, Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Urban Development, Housing & Public Works
Meru County Government
Meru
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Gained practical experience in urban and regional planning through diverse projects, applying theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. in practical urban and regional planning concepts while maintaining a professional and disciplined approach.
- Assisted in preparing and reviewing Physical Development Plans to ensure alignment with urban development goals.
- Supported in the preparation of instruments of development control and identified types of physical development plans.
- Reviewed development applications (subdivision schemes, amalgamations, change of use, extension of user, building plans, and extension of lease).
- Facilitated conflict resolution in physical planning and strengthened inter-agency linkages with planning departments to enhance collaboration.
- Strengthened skills in public relations, customer service, and stakeholder engagement.
- Provided support in office management and administration, including report writing, minute taking, and correspondence.
Research Assistant (Climate Risk & Vulnerability Mapping)
Shack Dwellers International Kenya
Kisumu
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Performed GIS analysis and developed spatial maps to support climate risk and vulnerability assessments.
- Administered electronic questionnaires and secured informed consent to ensure high-quality data collection for climate risk assessments.
- Conducted household-level surveys to inform ward-level climate adaptation planning in slum areas of Kisumu.
- Collaborated with community members and project teams to generate data-driven insights for adaptation planning.
- Consistently arrived on time for all project activities, supporting overall project success.
Volunteer, Department of science
Karare mixed secondary school
Marsabit
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported learners in understanding key concepts, improving performance, and building confidence in STEM subjects.
- Taught Mathematics and Physics to secondary school students, fostering understanding and interest in STEM subjects.
- Supported community education initiatives by equipping learners with resources and guidance to enhance their educational experience.
Volunteer Teacher (Physics & Mathematics) / ICT Officer
Karare Mixed Secondary School
Marsabit
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Delivered Physics and Mathematics lessons, clarifying complex concepts and enhancing learners' academic performance.
- Built strong rapport with students and staff, creating a positive learning environment and stimulating interest in STEM subjects.
- Contributed to capacity-building by training staff and students on ICT tools and applications.
- Provided technical support and enhanced ICT infrastructure, initiating improvements to school's digital systems.
- Supported school administration and academic functions as ICT Officer through effective management of digital systems.
Education
Master of Science - Geo-Information Science
Wageningen University and Research
Wageningen, Netherlands01-2028
BS - Urban Planning & Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)
Maseno University
Wageningen, Netherlands12-2024
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Karare Mixed Secondary School
Karare, Kenya12-2019
KCPE - Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
Lakartinya Primary School
Marsabit, Kenya12-2015
Cert - Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity Conservation
Blooms Coach Academy
08-2025
Cert - Application of GIS in Conservation towards achievement of goal 3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development
04-2025
Skills
- ArcGIS Pro
- ArcMap
- QGIS
- GIS mapping
- Data analysis
- MySQL
- HTML
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project management
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Leadership
Languages
English
Swahili
Samburu/Rendile
Workshops attended
- Locally-Led Adaptation Workshop, SouthSouthNorth - Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), Lukenya Getaway Resort, Machakos, Kenya, 2025-08-24 to 2025-08-30, Participated in a capacity-building and knowledge-sharing workshop on locally-led climate adaptation.
- 2nd Annual Inclusive Conservation Summit, IMPACT-Kenya, Aberdares Royal Prestige & Cottages, Nanyuki, 2025-08-13 to 2025-08-16, Attended a multi-stakeholder summit exploring inclusive conservation strategies.
- Indigenous Peoples Learning Workshop & International Day of Biodiversity, PEAKS Hotel, Nanyuki, 2025-05-20 to 2025-05-23, Participated in a workshop focused on localizing Kenya's National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans.
Projects
ABC Futures Scholarship
PROJECTS
Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN)
GIS, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) – Nature and People as One (NaPO) | 2024-2026
- Supported the implementation and monitoring of community-based climate resilience and conservation activities in northern Kenya.
- Conducted field data collection, monitoring and documentation of project activities and community-level outcomes.
- Applied GIS and digital data-collection tools to support spatial monitoring, data management and evidence-based reporting.
- Contributed to MEL processes, including field verification, data quality assessment, analysis and preparation of monitoring updates.
- Supported the integration of community knowledge and field-based evidence into project learning and reporting.
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) | 2026–Present
Area-Based Conservation Futures (ABC Futures)
- Awarded a competitive scholarship through the Area-Based Conservation Futures (ABC Futures) partnership to pursue an MSc in Geo-Information Science at Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands.
- The scholarship supports advanced training in geospatial science and its application to conservation, sustainable land management and climate resilience.
- Selected based on academic background, professional experience and demonstrated commitment to community-based conservation and sustainable development.
Timeline
GIS Lead & Project Lead
Nature and People as One (NaPO)
01.2024 - Current
Volunteer GIS & Remote Sensing Officer
Rebuilding Pastoralist Livelihoods (REPAL)
01.2024 - Current
Urban Planning Attaché, Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Urban Development, Housing & Public Works
Meru County Government
05.2023 - 08.2023
Research Assistant (Climate Risk & Vulnerability Mapping)
Shack Dwellers International Kenya
02.2023 - 04.2023
Volunteer, Department of science
Karare mixed secondary school
04.2022 - 09.2022
Volunteer Teacher (Physics & Mathematics) / ICT Officer
Karare Mixed Secondary School
09.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Geo-Information Science
Wageningen University and Research
BS - Urban Planning & Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)
Maseno University
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Karare Mixed Secondary School
KCPE - Kenya Certificate of Primary Education
Lakartinya Primary School
Cert - Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity Conservation
Blooms Coach Academy
Cert - Application of GIS in Conservation towards achievement of goal 3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development