Dr. Patrick Maluki holds a PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies, a Master’s degree in International Studies, a PGD in Mass Communication and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He is an experienced trainer and researcher in Diplomacy and International Conflict Management, International Negotiation, Mediation, Human Rights and Governance and Peace Building Issues. Dr. Maluki is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, University of Nairobi and at the National Defence College (Karen). He also trains at the Kenya School of Government and the Defence Staff College-Karen. He is the chairman of the Diplomacy Scholars Association of Kenya and editor of the Africa Journal of International Studies. Dr. Maluki is also the Associate Editor of the IDIS Journal of Diplomacy and International Studies.
Ms Beatrice Kituyi has over 35 years professional experience gained working as a Public Policy and Strategy Consultant; Training Facilitator; Principal Secretary-Ministry of Labour-Government of Kenya; Lawyer in Private Practice (Corporate Law; Property Law; Employment and Industrial Relations); Alternative Dispute Resolution (Certified Professional Mediator - SMC, Associate CIABK. She possesses a multidisciplinary qualification in MSc Public Policy & Management (University of London, School of African Studies), Bachelor of Laws (University of Nairobi), Post Graduate Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law)-Admission to the Bar of Advocates, (Advocate of the High Court of Kenya) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management (Institute of Human Resource Management
DR. KENNETH WYNE MUTUMA is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and has been in practice for the last 23 years, having been admitted to the bar in 1999. He is a Managing Partner at the firm of Kihara & Wyne Advocates. Dr. Kenneth holds several academic qualifications including a Doctorate and Masters in Law from the University of Cape Town as well as a law undergraduate degree from the University of Liverpool. He is also a qualified Architect having graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from the University of Nairobi.
Prof. Nura Mohamed is the Director General of the Kenya School of Government where he
is responsible for policy making, overseeing administration and management of the School,
and providing strategic leadership for delivery of the School’s mandate and strategic
objectives. His stunning upward trajectory career in the public service spans over 23 years
within which he has been recognized for his contribution to public sector transformation
through training, curriculum development, evidence-based policy research and policy
advisory.
Benard Gibet is an economist with over 14 years of experience in public debt management at the National Treasury of Kenya. His major duties are formulation and implementation of comprehensive debt management frameworks, alongside conducting debt sustainability analysis to optimize the national debt portfolio and inform strategic decision-making.
Benard holds a Master of Economics (Econometrics) from Kenyatta University and Bachelor of Arts from Egerton University.
Benard has been instrumental in formulating and executing debt management policies and enhancing transparency through the dissemination of public debt data.
Ambassador Lucy N. Kiruthu is currently the Deputy Director General, Political and Diplomatic Affairs and Head of Policy, Research and Strategic Analysis in the State Department for Foreign Affairs. Other previous appointments include: Director, Europe and Commonwealth Directorate; Deputy Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of Kenya to the United Nations, Geneva; Director, Americas; and Deputy Chief of Mission, Kenya Embassy, Washington D.C. Preceding her roles in foreign service, Amb. Kiruthu worked at the Office of the President, Cabinet and served as a Chief/Senior Programme Officer in the Public Service Reform and Development Secretariat where she was involved extensively in initiating and implementing reform initiatives for the Public Service, including the Results Based Management.
Mr. Paul Famba is a career administrator with credentials and a record of accomplishments in public service spanning 29 years. He became the Secretary/Chief Executive of the Public Service Commission in August 2024. Before his appointment, he was the Secretary of Administration at the Ministry of Interior and National Administration. Mr. Famba started his career in Public Service in 1995 as a Research Assistant at the University of Nairobi, before joining the civil service in 1997 as an Assistant County Commissioner, he rose steadily through the ranks as State Protocol Officer, Deputy County Commissioner, Director of Administration and finally to the position of Secretary of Administration. His deep understanding of government administration saw him successfully implement government programmes. Mr. Famba holds a Masters of Arts degree in Peace and Conflict Management from Kenyatta University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nairobi.
Ambassador Paul K. Ndung'u is the Ag. Director General of the Foreign Service Academy. He is a career diplomat with over 30 years progressive experience, having worked in various capacities in foreign service. Prior to his current appointment, Amb. Ndungu served as the High Commissioner of Kenya to the Republic of Mozambique from August 2022 to September 2023. He has also served in other positions including:- Director, Asia & the Pacific Islands; Deputy Director, Office of the Great Lakes Region; Chief of Staff, Office of the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs, among other appointments. His deployments in foreign countries include Japan, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Iran.
Margaret Wangu is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 13 years expirience in the public sector. She is a Principal State Counsel with extensive expirience having working worked at the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi and a Post Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law