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Dr. Rubai Mandela Ochieng

Senior Lecturer, Department of Educational Foundations

Home School of Education & Lifelong Learning Department of Educational Foundations Dr. Rubai Mandela Ochieng

Dr. Rubai Mandela Ochieng

Senior Lecturer, Department of Educational Foundations

Academic Qualifications

19 th May 2022. Trained on New Research Management System (KENRIS) and Science, Technology and Innovation (STI). NACOSTI & Kenyatta University.
August 2021 – May 2022. Completed Certified Empowered Educator Course. Commonwealth of Learning and Kenyatta University.

Refereed Journal Articles

  1. Mandela, Rubai & Mwangi, Paul Musyoki (2023). Teaching Practice Demystified: A Handbook for Student Teachers. Eldoret: Utafiti Foundation.
  2. Mandela, Rubai (2021). Before Two Become One: Navigating Pre-Marital Relationships in Africa. Eldoret. Posterity Publishers Limited.
  3. Mandela, Rubai & Likoye, Francis (2022). Researching with Marginalized Communities in Kenya: Issues, Experiences and Reflections . Posterity Publishers Ltd.
  4. Muniandy, B.; Awabil, G.; Mandela, R.; Afutu-Kotey, R.; Kumar, J. and Muyaka, J. (2021). Handbook of Research on Distance Education in Ghana. Vol. 1.
  5. Mandela, Rubai & Muyaka, Jafred (2020). The Nexus of Culture and Christianity: Complexity of Masculinity in Africa . Eldoret: Utafiti Foundation.
  6. EFN 817: Motivation and Social Achievement (2020). Blended Learning Module. Kenyatta University.
  7. EFN 204: Sociology of Education Online Learning Module (2016) – with Dr. Munyua Waiyaki, Prof. Kisilu Kombo and Dr. Francis Kirimi.
  8. Mandela, Rubai; Orodho, John; Waudo, Judith & Thoruwa, Caroline (2023). Understanding Lifelong Learning in Successful Women Managed Small and Medium Enterprises in Kakamega County: The Case of Kenya Women Microfinance Bank. Msingi Journal, Issue 1of 2023. Forthcoming.
  9. Okelo, Pamela; Mandela, Rubai & Kombo, Kisilu (2023). Influence of Mentoring Newly Employed Teachers on their Performance in Curricular Activities in Public Secondary Schools in Thika East and West Sub-Counties, Kiambu County, Kenya. Msingi Journal, Issue 1 of 2023. Forthcoming .
  10. Mandela, Rubai (2023). An Exploration of the Understanding of Gender Responsive Researching Among Selected Researchers in Kenya Journal of Culture, Society and Development. 71 (2023). ISSN 2422-8400
  11. Bakari, Yusuf; Mandela, Rubai & Mbirianjau, Lucy (2023). Understanding and Adherence to Covid-19 Protocol in Public Primary Schools in Adamawa Estate, Nigeria. International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 4, Issue 5, May 2023.ISSN: 2582-7421
  12. Bakari, Yusuf, Mandela, Rubai & Mbirianjau Lucy (2023). Teaching and Learning Resources During Covid-19 Pandemic in Public Primary Schools in Adamawa State, Nigeria. EPRA International Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Research, Vol. 9, Issue 6, June 2023.ISSN (Online), 2455-3663
  13. Makatiani, C.; Mandela, R. & Oanda, I. (2021). Situational Analysis of Implementation of Content Coverage Policies on Teaching of Kiswahili Language in Public and Private Primary Schools in Bungoma County, Kenya. International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR). Vol 10, Issue 5, May 2021, ISSN 2319-7064.
  14. Ochieng, Rubai Mandela (2020). Promoting Gender Learning in the Context of the Competency Based Curriculum in Kenya. Msingi Journal.
  15. Runo Simon, Kirimi Kiare & Rubai Mandela (September, 2020). Strategies of Promoting Healthy Food Choices among Pupils in Nyeri County, Kenya. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science. Vol V, Issue IX. ISSN 2450-6186.

Books

Mandela, Rubai & Mwangi, Paul Musyoki (2023). Teaching Practice Demystified: A Handbook for Student Teachers. Eldoret: Utafiti Foundation.
Mandela, Rubai (2021). Before Two Become One: Navigating Pre-Marital Relationships in Africa. Eldoret. Posterity Publishers Limited.
Mandela, Rubai & Likoye, Francis (2022). Researching with Marginalized Communities in Kenya: Issues, Experiences and Reflections . Posterity Publishers Ltd.
Muniandy, B.; Awabil, G.; Mandela, R.; Afutu-Kotey, R.; Kumar, J. and Muyaka, J. (2021). Handbook of Research on Distance Education in Ghana. Vol. 1.
Mandela, Rubai & Muyaka, Jafred (2020). The Nexus of Culture and Christianity: Complexity of Masculinity in Africa . Eldoret: Utafiti Foundation.

Conference Papers

  1. Mandela, R. (Sept, 2019). ‘Competency Based Curriculum in Kenya: An Opportunity for Gender Learning and Gender Equity’. A paper submitted to the Taskforce on Enhancing Access, Relevance, Transition, Equity and Quality for Effective Curriculum Reforms Implementation. WERK.
  2. Mandela, R. with Njurai, E.; Omariba, A.; Muyaka, M. & Asiago, D. (May 2020). The Covid-19 Pandemic and Education of Girls in Poor Households in Kenya: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies. A paper submitted to the Taskforce on Covid-19 National Education Response Team on Re-Opening of Schools in Kenya. WERK.
  3. 7 th July 2022, Gender Responsive Researching: Exploring Experiences and Good Practice in Kenya. The 1 st Women Economic Empowerment Conference. Kenyatta University.
  4. 29 th July, 2021, Linking Gender to Research: A key note paper at the workshop on integrating gender and diversity into research, Moi University African Cluster Centre, Sirikwa Hotel, Eldoret.
  5. 19 th November, 2020, Promoting a Positive Conversation about Men, Manhood and Masculinity. A Paper Presented during International Men’s Day 2020 Celebration at Women Educational Researchers of Kenya (WERK).
  6. October, 2020, ‘Competency Based Curriculum in Kenya: An Opportunity for Gender Learning and Gender Equity’. The 3 rd International Conference on Future of Education 2020, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Virtual Conference.
  7. 4 th October 2016, ‘The Sponsor Mentality among University Students in Kenya: Implications for the Spread of HIV’, Paper presented at the HIV and AIDS Programme Inaugural Research Indaba (2016), University of KwaZulu Natal, Durban.
  8. 13 th May 2016, ‘The Culture of Early Sex and Schooling of Girls in Kilifi County, Kenya’ Paper presented at the School of Education 2 nd Academic Seminar, Kenyatta University, Kenya. UKFEIT 2015 Paper.
  9. Ochieng, Rubai Mandela (2014) ‘Improving HIV/AIDS Education for Pupils in Refugee –Affected Communities in North-Western Kenya’ Paper prepared for AIDS 2014 International Conference, Melbourne, Australia.
  10. 30 th June to 2 nd July 2013, ‘Teacher Capacity and Preparedness in HIV/AIDS Education in Multicultural Refugee Schools of North-Western Kenya’, Paper presented at the 7 th IAS Conference on HIV Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  11. 19 th – 20 th August 2012, ‘Effective Teaching Strategies for Biological Scientists’, DRECA Training of Trainers Workshop, Kampala, Uganda – Facilitator.
  12. 21 st to 28 th July 2012, ‘Gender and HIV/AIDS Education in the Multicultural Context of Schools in Kakuma Refugee Camp and its Host Community in Kenya’, Paper presented at the AIDS 2012 International Conference. Washington DC, USA.
  13. 28 Th July 2011, ‘ HIV/AIDS Education in Multicultural Context’, Paper presented at a WERK seminar. Nairobi, Kenya.
  14. 11 th – 16 th Feb 2006, Participation of AIDS Affected Girls in Primary Education: Experiences from Western Kenya, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  15. 11 th -16 th Feb 2006, Refugee Status in Kenya: Exposing Children to HIV Infection? Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  16. 29 th -30 th July 2021, Workshop Keynote Speaker on ‘Integration of Gender and Diversity into Research’. By Moi University Cluster Centre.
  17. 26 th May 2018, Guest Speaker in a Men’s Seminar, Nairobi QCC. Topic: ‘Challenges Facing the 21 st Century Man’, Friends Church Ngong Road.
  18. 29 th April 2018. Spoke at the 31 st Annual Nairobi Young Adult Friends Programme (NYAFP) Conference. Topic: ‘Church Relevance in Changing Times” at St. George’s Girls’ Nairobi.
  19. 3 rd July 2015. Spoke at an Education Day Event at Eshibinga Secondary School, Kakamega County. Topic: ‘the Role of Students, Teachers and Parents in Education”.
  20. 23 rd August 2014. Spoke at the 28 th Annual General Conference of the Nairobi Yearly Meeting (Quakers). Title: “God, Social Media and Technology” at Friends Centre Maringo in Nairobi.
  21. 28 th 2013. Spoke at the 27 th United Society of Friends Women (USFW) Annual Conference on ‘Challenges Facing Women in the Quaker Church Today” at Shanzu Teachers Training College in Mombasa.
  22. 22 nd August 2013. Invited to the 27 th Annual General Conference of the Nairobi Yearly Meeting (Quakers) and spoke on “Understanding God’s Design of Marriage” at Friends Centre Maringo in Nairobi.

Awards & Honours

  • 28 th December 2016: Eshibinga Secondary School Special Commendation Award: In recognition of offering scholarship and mentorship to needy girls, mobilizing and rallying the community behind the school, mobilizing resources for school development and award of teachers.
  • 2012: International AIDS Society (IAS) Scholarship - for presentation of research findings at the AIDS 2012 International Conference, Washington DC, USA.
  • 2008-2010: DAAD in-Country PhD Scholarship
  • 2002 : Kenyatta University Postgraduate Student of the Year