Brendah Onnungah
About Brendah Onnungah
Brendah Onnungah is an experienced ESG Manager currently working at d.light in Nairobi, Kenya. With over 10 years in ESG and sustainability, she has held various positions, including EHS Manager at Keroche Breweries and HSE Supervisor at OML AFRICA LOGISTICS.
Work at d.light
Brendah Onnungah has been serving as the ESG Manager at d.light since 2021. In this role, she has focused on integrating environmental and social factors into the company's daily operations. Her responsibilities include planning and coordinating supply chain due diligence and audits, as well as providing technical assistance on ESG projects from various stakeholders. Additionally, she has experience in investment monitoring and sustainability reporting, utilizing GRI standards to ensure compliance and impact assessment.
Previous Experience in Environmental Health and Safety
Before joining d.light, Brendah Onnungah worked at Keroche Breweries Limited as the EHS Manager from 2019 to 2021. She also served as an HSE Supervisor at OML AFRICA LOGISTICS from 2017 to 2019. In 2017, she was a NEBOSH IGC 1&2 Tutor at Varel Engineering Company Ltd for six months. These roles contributed to her extensive experience in environmental health and safety management.
Education and Expertise
Brendah Onnungah holds a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Kenyatta University, completed between 2008 and 2012. She has a NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from RRC International, which she obtained from 2017 to 2020. Currently, she is pursuing a Master's in Business Administration with a focus on Global Social Sustainable Business at the United States International University - Africa, expected to complete in 2024. Additionally, she completed a certificate in Leadership and Board Competence from the Female Future program in 2022.
Skills and Specializations
Brendah Onnungah possesses a range of skills in stakeholder relations, ESG strategy implementation, and occupational safety and health training. Her expertise includes establishing effective ESG systems and conducting Environmental and Social Impact Assessments as a NEMA Lead Associate. She has over 10 years of experience in ESG and sustainability, particularly focusing on impact and compliance in Sub Saharan Africa and Asia.
Achievements in ESG and Sustainability
Throughout her career, Brendah Onnungah has made significant contributions to the field of ESG and sustainability. At d.light, she has played a key role in integrating environmental and social considerations into operational performance reporting. Her work includes coordinating efforts on ESG projects and ensuring compliance with sustainability standards, thereby enhancing the company's commitment to responsible business practices.