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Jonah Kiprop Qualification

Academic Qualifications

2011-2014: Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics from Egerton University, Kenya with specialization in Agricultural and Rural Development from University of Pretoria, South Africa

2006-2010: Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from Egerton University, Kenya, second class Honors (Upper Division)

Key Competencies

An Economist with expertise in agricultural and applied issues notably; forest economics, policy and governance, ecosystem services valuation, market analysis, value chain analysis, economic analysis and planning and monitoring and evaluation. I possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to work effectively independently or with teams.

Skills

• Ability to perform economic analysis and modeling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of most common economic software programs
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili

Other Courses

March - April 2009 Certificate in Statistical Package (SPSS) from Egerton University ICT Centre

Sept-Nov. 2013 Certificate in Applied Climatology (online study) from University of Reading England sponsored by Rockefeller foundation