Dr. Thomas Ombati, recognized as Top Achiever in the University of Nairobi Staff Recognition Awards Ceremony

 The University of Nairobi honored and celebrated hundreds of its hardworking staff at the Annual Staff Performance Recognition Award ceremony. Among those honoured was Dr. Thomas Ombati, Chairman, Department of Management Science and Project Planning.  At the heart of the event was the signing of the Performance Contract for the year Financial Year 2023/2024.   

 The Chair of Council, Prof. Amukowa Anangwe, stressed the significance of teamwork and harmony within the university community, stating, "Teamwork and harmony are vital to our success. We must work collectively towards a shared vision. We are all part of the University of Nairobi community.

In his remarks, Vice Chancellor Prof. Stephen Kiama emphasized the importance of performance contracting in streamlining the management and operations of all University Units. He noted that the strategy has been instrumental in driving efficiency and effectiveness across the institution.

"The introduction of performance contracting in Kenya aimed to establish performance measurements, clarify corporate objectives, embrace customer orientation, & foster a focus on productivity & cost reduction to enhance service delivery," Prof. Kiama stated. 

The Performance Contract, a management tool introduced at the University of Nairobi in the fiscal year 2005/2006, has played a pivotal role in driving performance and accountability across the institution. Aligned with Kenya's Vision 2030, the Performance Contracting strategy aims to strengthen public administration and service delivery, emphasizing the importance of citizen service charters and a performance-driven culture.

The event also featured the recognition of top performers at both Faculty and departmental levels as well as Central Units. The Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine emerged as the top three best performing faculties, while the Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, Department of Clinical Studies, and Department of Management Science and Project Planning took the top three spots among teaching departments. 
Faculty of Business and Management Science, congratulations Dr. Thomas Ombati for emerging victorious.