JKUAT partners with U.K organisation to offer leadership training

The Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has partnered with the Centre for Regional and International Development (CRID) to launch leadership training and development programmes.

The ICT-oriented programmes are an innovative initiative of the research, consultancy and training departments of JKUAT and the U.K-based CRID.

Speaking during the launch at JKUAT main campus, CRID CEO Nicholas Aitalegbe said the novel partnership will empower public and private sector personnel to improve performance and growth for the benefit of their organisations and individual careers.

“We are at a time in which the corporate workflow is changing under the influence of new concepts and technologies, and we see these changes as an opportunity to develop perfect learning and development responses,” said Mr. Aitalegbe.

“The variety of soft management training programmes we are rolling out makes decision-making easier for attendees, and presents opportunities to boost their careers.”

He added that using training solutions to solve problems that lie underneath innovation are critical for performance, productivity and personal improvement.

JKUAT Head of Research, Consultancy and Technology (RCT) Anthony Muhoho welcomed the partnership saying it will be a big boost for the learning institution which he said has continued to set trends in higher education, research, innovation and entrepreneurship.

“We saw it fit to make research, consultancy and training department a one stop shop for short-term training programs. I am elated with this partnership as it will not only set the bar for our students but will additionally ensure we churn out well equipped graduates,” he said.

CRID Kenya representative Joy Wahome challenged young professionals to always learn from the veterans by incorporating modern digital skills and make technology a way of life to inspire generations to come.

“We have the opportunity to sharpen our skills with these kind of partnerships and I challenge my fellow young people to be in the fore front by advocating for their chance into thought leadership platforms that will open many and great opportunities ultimately making our society a better place to live at,” she said.