A one-stop-shop for research support, capacity building and consultancy — leveraging KU's expertise for national, regional and global impact
The Directorate of Research, Capacity Building and Consultancy Services (CDCS) is a specialised unit that operates as a one-stop-shop coordinating research support, capacity building training and consultancy services at Kenyatta University. It leverages the university's diverse human resources to provide impact at national, regional and global levels.
The directorate is headed by Dr. Jacob Omolo, Director, reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Outreach. It is located at the Directorate Complex, 4th Floor, Wing "B" on the Main Campus.
To build a highly competent, industry-responsive workforce by providing quality research support, training and consultancy services that meet the evolving needs of organisations and communities.
We coordinate and deploy KU's world-class academic and technical expertise to serve government, private sector, NGOs and international organisations through tailored research, training and advisory services.
Grant acquisition assistance, research design support and coordination of multidisciplinary research projects across faculties.
Mainstreaming STI activities within the university and supporting technology transfer and innovation commercialisation.
Short courses, professional training and certification programmes developed to meet industry and institutional needs.
Strategic consulting engagements for government agencies, NGOs, private sector and international organisations, drawing on KU's expert faculty.
CDCS offers a range of market-responsive short courses and training programmes. Current offerings include:
Levels A1, A2 and B1 — ideal for researchers, academics and professionals with European partnerships.
Project Design, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation — for NGOs, government officers and development professionals.
Specialised courses on environmental management and water security for dryland regions — targeting sector practitioners.
Directorate Complex, 4th Floor, Wing "B"
Kenyatta University Main Campus
P.O. Box 43844-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
