Dr. Martin Kang'ethe Gachukia, PhD
Transforming public service through strategic leadership and institutional excellence, while elevating industry standards through capacity building and innovative thinking.
Transformative Leadership in Academia & Industry
Dr. Martin Kang'ethe Gachukia is a visionary academic leader and supply chain expert with over 14 years of transformative experience in university administration, procurement, and capacity building across Africa.
Bridging academia and industry to shape policies, mentor professionals, and optimize institutional systems through ethical leadership and innovation.
Academic Leadership
Senior Lecturer and Registrar with proven track record in institutional development
Supply Chain Innovation
PhD-level expertise in optimizing organizational systems and processes
Work Experience & Key Achievements
A condensed view of my leadership roles in academic administration and procurement management across prestigious institutions.
University of Kigali (Rwanda)
OCT 2024 - Present- Provide leadership and oversight to all aspects of the Office of the Registrar
- Serve as senior lecturer for Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain courses
- Supervise student registration processes, transfer of credits, and degree evaluations
- Ensure compliance with Higher Education Council (HEC) regulations
- Manage the annual budget of the Registrar's Office
- Maintain up-to-date course schedules, catalogs, and examination schedules
- Implemented comprehensive Student Management System
- Developed University's academic handbook and course catalog
- Established efficient classroom utilization system
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
2021 - OCT 2024- Led registration department serving 10,000+ procurement professionals
- Managed applications for registration and practicing certificates
- Developed and implemented e-member self-service portal
- Served as Institute's accounting officer as Acting CEO
- Maintained register of Institute members and data privacy
- Published inaugural Kenyan Gazette register (first in 15 years)
- Created KISM Elections register of 6,325 members
- Introduced member service clinics and seminars
- Prepared Registration and licensing policy aligned with SPMA 2007
Riara University (Kenya)
2013 - 2021- Served as founding registrar after university's establishment
- Managed all academic operations including student records
- Ensured compliance with CUE, KNQA regulations
- Developed policies on staff exchange and student mobility
- Supervised registration of continuing and incoming students
- Presided over 5 graduation ceremonies (2017-2021)
- Grew student population to over 4,000 students
- Established comprehensive Student Management System
- Developed University's academic handbook and catalog
Riara Group of Schools
2010 - 2013- Developed and maintained annual procurement calendar
- Implemented ERP-System on Materials Management (SAP-B1)
- Prepared budgets with market analysis and price trends
- Developed strategic supplier relationships
- Managed fleet of 45+ buses/vans
- Successfully implemented SAP B1 ERP system
- Consulted on procurement for Riara University construction
- Introduced fuel mileage reporting system for fleet
Other Professional Engagements
Certified trainer of trainers, mentoring PSCM professionals
Reviewed CPSP-K curriculum (2019)
Prepared PSCM specialization courses for BBA program
Part-time lecturer on procurement courses (2014-present)
External examiner for University of Kigali (2019)
Guidance and leadership to professional committees
Consultants on Procurement & Logistics: Expertise in Infrastructure projects Procurement,
Senior Lecturer and Seasoned Trainer On Procurement and Logistics
ACADEMICQUALIFICATIONS
Philosophy Foundation
Pontifical Urbaniana University, Rome 2004-2007
BA Philosophy (Second Class Upper Division)
Theological Studies
Catholic University of Eastern Africa 2004-2007
Bachelor of Sacred Theology (First Class Honours)
Master's Degree
Jomo Kenyatta University 2008-2010
MSc Procurement & Logistics
Doctoral Achievement
Jomo Kenyatta University 2012-2018
PhD Supply Chain Management
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