Ms. Carolyn C. Rutto is a dedicated labour leader and public service professional with extensive experience in advocacy, social dialogue, and stakeholder engagement within the trade union movement. She currently serves as a Member of the National Industrial Training Board (NITB), representing the Central Organization of Trade Unions – Kenya (COTU-K).
Ms. Rutto holds a Certificate in Public Relations from the Regional Government Institute (RGI), a P1 Teaching Certificate from Kericho Teachers Training College, and pursued MBChB studies at the University of Nairobi, reflecting a multidisciplinary background that spans education, healthcare, and communication.
In her leadership journey, she has served as the 2nd Assistant Secretary General at COTU (K), contributing to national policy advocacy and the advancement of workers’ rights. She is a member of the General Wages Council and serves on the Reconciliation Committee, playing a key role in dispute resolution and wage advisory.
Ms. Rutto also represents workers in several national consultative forums, including the Counter Trafficking in Persons Advisory Committee (CTIP) and the National Advisory Committee on Persons with Disabilities, where she champions inclusion, protection, and equity for vulnerable groups.
She serves as the Assistant National Women Leader of the Kenya Electrical Trades and Allied Workers Union (KETAWU), advocating for gender empowerment and greater participation of women in union leadership.
Since 2019, Ms. Rutto has worked with Kenya Power as a County Revenue Collection Coordinator and Relationship Officer, where she supports stakeholder engagement and customer service delivery.
Her experience, commitment to social justice, and leadership across diverse platforms make her a valuable contributor to NITA’s mission of advancing workforce development and inclusive training in Kenya.
Dr. Rachel Monyoncho is a distinguished Human Resource and Governance professional with over 30 years of progressive experience across both the private and public sectors. Her career spans a diverse range of industries, including Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Technology, and Security.
She has held senior leadership roles, notably serving as the Regional Human Resources Director for Eastern Africa at Coca-Cola Sabco and G4S, overseeing operations across seven countries. Throughout her career, she has contributed significantly to organizational development, talent management, and strategic governance.
Dr. Monyoncho has received extensive training both locally and internationally in Human Resources, Adult Learning, Internal Audit, Leadership, and Corporate Governance. She has served on several boards, including CIC Life Insurance and the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), and currently serves as a Board Member at the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) and the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Management, specializing in Organizational Theory and Behavior.
In addition to her academic credentials, Dr. Monyoncho is a Certified Behavioral Coach, a Certified Personality Assessor, and a Certified Emotional Intelligence Survey Tool Practitioner. She is deeply passionate about nurturing talent and empowering individuals to realize their full potential.
Mr. Rastus Shikuku is an accomplished finance professional and public sector economist with a strong background in budgeting, financial management, and fiscal policy. He currently serves as a Member of the National Industrial Training Board (NITB), representing the Finance and Levy Administration Committee (FLAC) — a critical organ responsible for overseeing financial oversight and the administration of industrial training levies.
Mr. Shikuku holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of Nairobi and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K), reflecting his strong academic and professional grounding in financial management and public accountability.
He serves as an Assistant Director of Budget at the National Treasury, where he is involved in national planning, budget formulation, expenditure tracking, and ensuring effective resource allocation in alignment with Kenya’s development priorities.
With deep knowledge of public finance and policy implementation, Mr. Shikuku contributes to the NITB by providing strategic guidance on sustainable financing for industrial training and ensuring transparency and efficiency in the management of levy resources.
Dr. Benard Shikoli Isalambo is a distinguished member of the National Industrial Training Board (NITB), representing the Principal Secretary, State Department for Technical and Vocational Training under the Ministry of Education.
He currently serves as the Director of Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) and Income Generating Activities (IGA) at the Ministry, where he provides strategic leadership in the design, rollout, and quality assurance of CBET programs in Kenya’s TVET sector.
Dr. Isalambo brings a wealth of experience in education policy, curriculum development, and vocational training, and is a champion of industry-responsive training that promotes innovation, productivity, and employability. His role on the Board enhances NITA’s mandate to regulate and coordinate industrial training in line with national development goals and labour market trends.
