Dr. Maurice Odondo, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI), has been recognized with a distinguished award for Leadership, Governance, and Institutional Transformation at the 2nd Arise Circle Transformational Leadership Awards. The ceremony took place on December 12, 2025, at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi.
The Arise Circle Transformational Leadership Awards celebrate visionary leaders who exemplify transformational, value-based, and servant leadership qualities that drive meaningful and lasting change in their respective fields and communities. Dr. Odondo’s award underscores his exceptional contributions as an education leader, governance practitioner, researcher, and published author.
Throughout his career, Dr. Odondo has demonstrated unwavering commitment to strengthening education management in Kenya. His work as a leadership and management trainer has centered on promoting quality, relevant, and inclusive education, aligning institutional practices with national development goals and global best practices.
The award highlights Dr. Odondo’s sustained efforts in institutional development, leadership capacity building, and policy implementation initiatives that have significantly influenced education management practices across Kenya.
The Arise Circle Awards continue to spotlight leaders whose impact extends beyond their organizations to foster broader societal progress. Dr. Odondo’s recognition reaffirms his role as a catalyst for positive transformation in Kenya’s education landscape.
About KEMI
The Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI) is a state corporation under the Ministry of Education mandated to provide capacity development for education managers and institutions. KEMI supports the delivery of quality, equitable, and inclusive education through training, research, and policy advisory services.
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