Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
Alex Njugi Wangeci is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in analytical chemistry and quality assurance within the agrochemical sector. Currently serving as a Principal Laboratory Analyst at the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) since October 2014, Alex specializes in the quality assurance of agro-inputs and produce, involving thorough analysis of soil, water, fertilizers, and feeds, with a focus on contaminant analysis. Additionally, Alex has contributed to quality control at Dawa Limited Kenya, served as an Industrial Ph.D. candidate at FOSS specializing in marketing and innovation, and has held various technical roles in previous positions. Alex's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Agroecology from Aarhus University and a Master's degree in Agriculture and Environment from the University of Sydney, complemented by numerous certifications and diplomas in related fields.
Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) is the government parastatal whose responsibility is to assure the quality of agricultural inputs and produce to prevent adverse impact on the economy, the environment and human health. Vision: The Lead Regulator and Facilitator of Globally Competitive Agriculture Mission: To Provide a Science Based Regulatory Service by Assuring the Quality of Agricultural Inputs and Produce to Promote Food Security and Sustainable development Core values Customer focus Innovation and creativity Integrity Teamwork Professionalism Corporate social responsibility Strategic Objectives To protect plants from pests, weeds and invasive species. To facilitate review and strengthening of the policy, legal and regulatory framework, so that it is in tandem with both local and international agricultural sector emerging issues. To contribute towards improved levels of agricultural productivity. To support compliance to market requirements. To build adequate technical and infrastructural capacity to facilitate efficient and effective delivery of the KEPHIS mandate. To mobilize adequate financial resources and ensure optimal allocation and utilization to enable full implementation of planned programmers and activities. To enhance synergies through information and resource sharing with stakeholders and partners. To enhance the visibility and corporate image of KEPHIS