Dr. Paul Olendo Ombanda
Faculty, Strathmore University Business School

Dr. Paul Olendo Ombanda is a distinguished scholar and accomplished professional in the field of Human Resource Management.

Paul is currently a full-time faculty at Strathmore University, SBS, where he contributes his extensive expertise in Human Resource Management to teaching, research, and mentorship. His dedication to fostering academic growth and guiding students through rigorous research processes has made him a respected educator and mentor in higher education. He also has a wealth of industry experience, having worked for 15 years in various professional capacities where he steadily rose through the ranks to the position of Assistant Manager, Operations and Administration. This extensive industry background equips him with a practical understanding of organizational dynamics and administrative excellence, which he integrates seamlessly into his academic work.

Qualifications

PhD in Business Administration with a specialization in HRM – Organizational behaviour- from the University of Nairobi

Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Nairobi

Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from Kenya Polytechnic (currently TUK)

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from Kenya Methodist University

Membership

Dr. Olendo is a proud full member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)

His dedication to fostering academic growth and guiding students through rigorous research processes has made him a respected educator and mentor in higher education. He also has a wealth of industry experience, having worked for 15 years in various professional capacities where he steadily rose through the ranks to the position of Assistant Manager, Operations and Administration. This extensive industry background equips him with a practical understanding of organizational dynamics and administrative excellence, which he integrates seamlessly into his academic work.

Additionally, Paul has five years of experience in institutional governance, during which he was appointed by the Ministry of Education as an executive board member in high school management. In this role, he contributed to strategic decision-making, policy implementation, and overall institutional development, further showcasing his leadership and governance expertise. This combination of academic, industry, and governance experience underscores his holistic approach to education and management, making him a valuable asset in both academic and professional circles.

Paul is currently a full-time faculty at Strathmore University, SBS, where he contributes his extensive expertise in Human Resource Management to teaching, research, and mentorship. Before joining Strathmore, he served as a lecturer at the University of Nairobi and Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, gaining a wealth of experience in academia.

Contact

Email: pombanda@strathmore.edu