Kevin Kiptoo
About Kevin Kiptoo
Kevin Kiptoo is an Intervention Manager in Forest Planning at Gatsby Africa, where he focuses on sustainable forestry practices. He has a diverse background in forestry and geographic information science, with experience in various roles within the forestry sector in Kenya.
Current Role at Gatsby Africa
Kevin Kiptoo serves as the Intervention Manager for Forest Planning at Gatsby Africa since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing forest planning strategies that emphasize sustainable forestry practices. His position involves coordinating various initiatives aimed at improving forest management and conservation efforts within Nairobi County, Kenya.
Previous Experience at Gatsby Africa
Before his current position, Kevin worked at Gatsby Africa as a Forest Planner from 2016 to 2022. During this six-year tenure, he contributed to the development of forest planning strategies that aimed to promote sustainable forestry practices. His work involved collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance forest management approaches.
Educational Background
Kevin Kiptoo holds a Master's degree in Tropical Forestry from Bangor University, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Master of Science in Geographic Information Science from the University of Portsmouth in 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Moi University between 2008 and 2012. Earlier in his education, he achieved a Certificate in Computer Applications from Egerton University in 2007.
Professional Development and Contributions
Kevin actively participates in the African Forest Forum, where he engages in discussions regarding forestry policies and practices across Africa. He also collaborates with the International Society of Tropical Foresters to stay informed about global trends and research in tropical forestry. His commitment to community and social services is evident in his integration of these aspects into forest planning projects.
Early Career Experience
Kevin began his career with an internship at the Kenya Forest Service in 2011, where he worked for four months in Kericho, Kenya. He also served as a Content Developer at the University of Eldoret from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he worked as a Program Facilitator at Digital Opportunity Trust for nine months in 2016, further broadening his experience in program development and facilitation.