Dr. Njaramba Jennifer Gathoni

Title/Qualifications: Dr Department/Unit/Section: Econometrics and Statistics Position: Lecturer Area of Specialization:  Economics; Econometrics Research Interests: Agricultural Economics and Health Economics  Google Scholar:  https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=GQD5_fUAAAAJ   ORCHID:  https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0529-2749 Download Full CV

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS 

Articles in Refereed Scholarly Journals

• Kimolo , D., Njaramba, J., & Chesang’, L. (2024). Firm-Level Determinants of Export Performance in Kenya’sManufacturing Sector. International Journal of Economics, 9(2), 39–64. https://doi.org/10.47604/ijecon.2529
• Kiplang’at, D., & Njaramba, J. (2024). Firm Specific Factors and the Profitability of Listed Non-Life Insurance Firms in Kenya. African Journal of Educational and Social Science Research. Volume 12, Issue 2, 2024. https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ajessr.v12i2.
• Kiprono, K., & Njaramba, J. (2023). Nexus between Participation in Agriculture and Youth Welfare in Bomet County, Kenya. Journal of Economics, 7(1), 33–50. https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2193
• Njoroge, S. W., Mwangi , W. L., & Gathoni, N. J. (2023). Financial Risk and Shareholders Wealth of Deposit Taking Saccos in Nairobi City County. Journal of Finance and Accounting, 7(11), 162–183. https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t5295
• Musimbi, D., Njaramba, J., & Maingi, J. (2023). Central Bank Rate Pass-Through Effects on Kenya’s Lending Rate. Research Journal of Business and Finance, 2(2), 34–43. https://doi.org/10.58721/rjbf.v2i2.341
• Kariuki, G. M., Njaramba, J., & Ombuki, C. (2022). Tea Production Response to Climate Change in Kenya: An Autoregressive Distributed Lag Approach. African Journal of Economic Review, 10(1), 2-26.
• Kariuki G. M, Njaramba, J.G, Ombuki C (2020).“Maize Output Supply Response to Climate Change in Kenya: An Econometric Analysis”. European Scientific Journal, January, 2020.Vol. 16(3) Pp 63-85.URL:http://dx.doi.org/10.19044/esj.2020.v16n3p63.e PrintISSN: 1857-7881
• Musyoka D &Njaramba J., (2019), “Factors Influencing Utilization of Informal Financial Services (IFS) in Machakos County, Kenya”. International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management. Vol. VII, Issue 1, January 2019.Pp 69 – 84. ISSN 2348 0386. http://ijecm.co.uk/
• Musyoka D &Njaramba J (2019). “Utilization of Informal Financial Services (IFS) and its Effects on Welfare of Residents in Machakos County, Kenya”. International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management.Vol. VII, Issue 8. August 2019. Pp 129-144.  ISSN 2348 0386. http://ijecm.co.uk/
• Opiyo, O. S, Njaramba, J&Njuguna, A. (2018). “The Shifting Effect of One Acre Fund on Agricultural Production Possibility Frontier: An Econometrics Analysis of Treatment Effect Estimation of Maize Yield in Busia County, Kenya”. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 9(22), 124-136 https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JEDS/article/view/45236
• Ngugi, N., W., Ngugi,K., J., Njaramba, J. G., (2016). “The Effect of Public Debt on Econonic Growth in Kenya”. International Journal of Economics and Finance.Vol.5 (9), Pp 11-43 http://ijsse.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=780&Itemid=63

Books

• Njaramba J. (2015). Organic Agriculture in Kenya. Saarbrucken: Lap Lambert Academic Publishing ISBN:  978 -659 -56687 -5. Published date: January, 2015. Available at www.amazon.com

Chapters in Books

• Kariuki, G., Njaramba, J. and Ombuki, C. (2018). “Climate Change and Maize Yield in Kenya: An Econometric Analysis”. In: Arasa R., Amukowa W., Ombuki C. and Richard P. K. (Eds).Harnessing Scientific Research, Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Development. Machakos University, Kenya. Pp. 98-117. ISBN: 978-9966-117-37-3.               
• Njaramba J. G. (2004). “Towards Policies on Environmental Friendly Agricultural Systems in Kenya. In Keraka M. N. and Akunga D. N. (Eds).Status of Environmental Health Education in the Eastern Africa Region: Opportunities, Challenges and the Way Forward. UNICEF /Kenyatta University. Pp 184-188. (ISBN: 0001-0001-1).
• Njaramba J. G. (2003). “Analysis of Disparities Existing In Kenya’s Crop Sub-Sector”. In Momanyi, C. and Wawire N. H. W (Eds) Disparities in Developing Countries: Types, Challenges and the Way Forward. Vol. 1 Disparities in Social Sciences, Politics and Gender.Nairobi:Association of Third World Studies- Kenya ChapterPp. 83 -93. (ISBN 9966-9969-18)

 OTHER PUBLICATIONS

 Publications, Conferences and Academic Papers

• Njaramba J. G. (2013). “Organic Agriculture and Soil Enhancement Techniques: Evidence from Central Kenya. A paper presented in Asia Pacific Symposium held on 2nd – 4th December 2013 in Bangkok, Thailand.
• Njaramba J. G.& Praveen J. (2011). “Growth and Structure of Organic Agriculture in Kenya since Early 1980s. PhD Thesis. Jawaharlal Nehru University, India.
• Njaramba J. G. (2011). “Role of Information in the Adoption of Soil Enhancement Techniques: Evidence from Central Province in Kenya. A paper presented in African Growth Initiative Forum held on 19th- 20th February 2011 in Brookings Institution in Washington D.C., USA
• Njaramba J. G. (2005). “Adoption of Organic Agriculture in Central Province, Kenya”. Paper presented in Regional Methodological Workshop on Social Sciences in Africa – Fields and Theories of Qualitative Investigation held in Nairobi, Kenya.
• Njaramba J. G. (2004). “Analysis of the Performance of Kenya’s Pyrethrum Industry”. Paper presented in ATWS – Kenya Chapter Conference in Baraton University, Eldoret. Kenya.
• Njaramba J.G., Jumi P.L. & Ayako A.B. (1994). Demand For Maternal Health Services: A Case Study ofAnte Natal - Care in Thika Division of Kiambu District. Unpublished Master of Economics Project, University of Nairobi.

Refereed Learning Modules at Kenyatta University (Course Codes and Titles)

• Njaramba, J. G. (2020). Applied Econometrics for Agriculture (EES 812). Kenyatta University, Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning.
• Njaramba, J. G. (2020). Fundamentals for Econometrics II (EES 401). Kenyatta University, Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning
• Njuguna, A and Njaramba J. G. (2020). Microeconometrics (EES 805). Kenyatta University, Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning.
• Njaramba, J.G. and Diana Ngui (2005) Statistics for Economists 1 (AEC 201) Kenyatta University. Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning
• Njaramba, J.G., Gachanja p.(2005) Microeconomics I (AEC 100) Kenyatta University. Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning

Training in Higher Education

• 18^th -21^st November 2019: Panel Data Analysis Workshop. Facilitated by Prof William Greene. Organized by KCA University at Kenya School of Monetary Studies
• August 2017: Training Workshop on “Using R for Econometrics” Facilitated by Dr Luvada, University of Dar es Salam. Organized by Department of Econometrics & Statistics
• 31^st June 2016: Antiplagiarlism Software (Turitin) Training. By Centre for Teaching Excellence & Research Training. Kenyatta University
• 27^th – 28^th June 2016: Workshop on “Enhancing Quality Research through Digital Survey and Data Management”. By Department of Econometrics & Statistics, School of Economics, Kenyatta University
• 6^th October 2015: Training on “Curriculum Development and Review”. By Centre for Teaching Excellence & Research Training. Kenyatta University
• 26^th -27^th July 2012: Workshop on “Modeling and Computer Applications”. Department of Econometrics & Statistics, School of Economics, Kenyatta University
• 15^th – 16^th May 2015: Workshop on “Data Management and Computer Applications”. Department of Econometrics & Statistics, School of Economics, Kenyatta University
• 28^th May – 14^th November, 2013: Teaching methodology covering: Teaching methodology, Setting of examination, Administration of examinations, Marking and analysis of scores
• September 2008. Handling Primary Data in Research: One Week Training on Data Analysis Facilitated by Chandan Murkerje in New Delhi, India.
• January – March 2008. Practical Use of R- Statistical Package in Handling Primary Data. Facilitated by Professor Vikas Rawal. Conducted in Jawarhalal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
• 13^th – 14^th February 2004. Mentoring Training Facilitated by Emerging Young Leaders-Africa. Held at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi

Professional Courses, Workshops, and Training

• 19^th -22^nd November, 2019. Panel Data Analysis Workshop. Facilitated by Professor William H. Greene, Professor of Economics, Stern School of Business, New York, US
• 30^th August, 2017. Using R for Econometrics. Workshop Organized by Department of Econometrics & Statistics, Kenyatta University
• 27^th – 28^th June, 2016. Enhancing Quality Research through Digital Survey and Data Management. Workshop based on use of Open Data Kit and Google Maps. Facilitated by African Maths Initiative in Kenyatta University.
• 21^st June, 2016. Turnitin Antiplagiarism Software. Facilitated by Centre for Excellence & Research Training, Kenyatta University.
• 6^th October, 2015. Curriculum Development and Review. Facilitated by Centre for Excellence & Research Training, Kenyatta University.
• 7^th- 9^th September, 2015. Student Training on Entrepreneurship Program (STEP). Workshop Conducted by Trainers from Leuphana (Germany) and Facilitated by University-Industry Partnerships, Kenyatta University
• 15^th – 16^th May, 2015. Data Management & Computer Applications. Workshop Organized by Department of Econometrics & Statistics, Kenyatta University.
• 15^th January, 2015. Dynamic Data Models-GMM Estimation Method. Seminar Series Facilitated by Department of Econometrics & Statistics
• 28^th May- 14^th November, 2013. Teaching Methodology. Course covered Teaching Methodology, Setting Exams, Administration of Exams, Marking and Analysis of Scores. Facilitated by Centre for Teaching Excellence and Evaluation, at Kenyatta University
• 26^th – 27^th July 2012. Modelling and Computer Applications. Facilitated by Department of Econometrics & Statistics, Kenyatta University
• September 2008. Handling Primary Data Research. One week Training on Data Analysis Facilitated by Chandan Murkerje in New Delhi, India.
• January- March, 2008. Practical Use of R- Statistical Package in Handling Primary Data. Facilitated by Prof Vikas Rawal in Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India.

Other Qualifications

• 17^th November, 2019. Training of Trainers Workshop for Staff Mentors and Growing Leaders Facilitators in Kenyatta University. Facilitated by Kenyatta University and DePaul University
• 9^th March- 18^th May, 2019. Wealth Creation Master Class Course in Nairobi. Facilitated by Personal Finance Academy
• 26^th January, 2018. Staff Mentors Seminar. Organized by Kenyatta University Mentoring Programme
• 8^th to 12^th August 2016. Completed a Course in Palliative Care for Non-Health Care Providers at Kenyatta University by Nairobi Hospice.
• 27^th August, 2015. Stress and Burnout Management. Organized by Wellness Centre, Kenyatta University.
• 22^{nd -}26^thSeptember, 2014.Greening Businesses through Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services. Workshop held in Lusaka, Zambia. Facilitated by United Nations University-Institute for Natural Resources in Africa
• 10^th April, 2014. Information Literacy Training. Facilitated by Postmodern Library, Kenyatta University.
• 5^th May to13^th August 1984: National Youth Service (NYS) Naivasha, Certificate of Servicewoman.

PROFESIONAL/ CONSULTANCY

Networking and Collaboration with External Organizations

International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movement (IFOAM)

• Participated by Presenting a Paper towards Pooling and Sharing of Different Successful Strategies adopted by Organic Farmer Entrepreneurs. Symposium held in Bangkok, Thailand. Date: 2^nd -4^th December2013

African Growth Initiative (AGI)

• Participated by Presenting a Paper in aForum Organized by Brookings Institution, Washington DC, USA. Main Aim was to tap on Key Growth Drivers in African Continent from Empirical Results. Date: 19^th – 20^th January 2011.

Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN)

• Participated in Developing Organic Agriculture Strategic Plan for Kenya. Main Tasks include: Develop a Five Year Strategic Plan for Organic Agriculture Sector; Organizational Structure for Implementation; Contextualize Role of Stakeholders and to Establish Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanisms the Sector Development. Date: 3^rd – 4^th August 2018.
• Launch of Kenya National Organic Agriculture Platform - Under the Ecological Organic Agriculture Initiative in Kenya. Main Aim being to Address Issues arising from African Heads of State Decision EX.CL/Dec.621 (XVII) to Embrace Ecological Organic Agriculture in Africa. The Launch Took place at ICIPE in Nairobi, Kenya. Date: 4^th April 2014
• Participated in the “International Conference on Ecological Organic Agriculture: The Alternative for Africa” - Organized by IFOAM, UNEP, KOAN and COLABORA. The conference came up with the Nairobi Declaration for an Ecological Organic Alternative for Africathat informed the African Heads of States. Held at UNEP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Date: 15^th – 16^th November 2011.

United Nations University- Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA)

• Trained on: “Greening Businesses Through Biodiversity And Ecosystem Services”. Course Aimed at Capacity Building of Researchers to address Issues related to Successful Transition to a Green Economy. Held in Lusaka, Zambia on 22^nd to 26^th September 2014.

 Consulting for External Academic/ Professional Organizations/Institutions

• Training Youth Entrepreneurs in Embu, Nakuru and Kisumu Counties in Kenya.
• External Reviewer for Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) Research papers.
• Academic Advisor for Success Systems Group UNICEF Consultancy Project.

Membership to Academic / Professional Bodies

• Member of Econometrics Association of Kenya (EAK)
• Member of Economists Society of Kenya (ESK)
• Member of Kenya Association of Food Safety and Protection (KAFSAP)
• Member of International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movement (IFOAM)
• Member of Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recognized University Administrative Positions

• August, 1^st 2014 to July, 31^st 2018: Chairman of Department, Econometrics & Statistics, Kenyatta University
• September 2019: Chairman of School Board of Postgraduate Studies, School of Economics
• August 2014 – July 2018: Member of Several Board of Examiners as Senate Representative in Graduate School, Kenyatta University
• Departmental ISO Coordinator in the Department of Econometrics & Statistics.
• Departmental Examination Coordinator for the Department of Economics, Faculty of Human and Social Sciences (2005-2007).

Committees

• Chairperson of Postgraduate Committee in the School of Business          Economics and Tourism, Kenyatta University, 2023
• Member of Task Force Investigating High Failure Rate of Undergraduate Students in the School of Economics, 2017
• Member of Infrastructure Development Proposal Committee, 2016
• Member of School of Economics Curriculum Committee , 2013
• Member on Becoming a Category “B” University Under African Economic Research Consortium, 2012

Other Responsibilities in the University

• November, 2019-to Date: Departmental Welfare Coordinator, Department of Econometrics & Statistics
• January, 2018- to Date: Student Mentor, in the Kenyatta University Staff- to- Student Mentorship Programme.
• September 2018-to Date: Parish Pastoral Council, Kenyatta University Catholic Chaplaincy, Christ the Teacher Catholic Church.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS

Research Grant

• Research grant from African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) amounting to USD 4,000 in 2010

Community Service and Outreach

• 2019 - to Date: Board of Management member in St Albert Kimuri Secondary School, Nyeri
• 2018 - to Date: Member of the Management Pastoral Council for Non-Student Community in Christ the Teacher Catholic Church – Kenyatta University
• 2017- to Date: Youth Training in Four Counties in Kenya on Entrepreneurship through the Student Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (STEP) Programme
• 2015 - to Date: Member of Management of KUNSA Welfare Association- Kenyatta University
• 2014- to Date: Partnership with Kenyatta University Economics Students Association (KUESA) in various Corporate Social Responsibilities and among them we visited Dagoreti Children’s Home on 31^st October 2015

Professional Affiliation & Portfolio

• 2019-to Date: Member, Econometric Association of Kenya
• 2016- to Date: Member of Nairobi Hospice in the Provision of Palliative Care
• 2015- to Date: Youth Trainer with STEP Programme
• 2004 – to Date: Member of Kenya Organic Agriculture Network

Recognition, Awards, and Honours

• July 2018: Appreciation by Vice Chancellor for the Support given as Chairman of the Department of Econometrics& Statistics from August 1^st 2014 to 31^st July 2018
• March 2017: Appreciation by Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) for the Implementation of STEP 4Y Project in Kisumu Conducted in Conjunction with Kenya National Commission for UNESCO.
• May 2016: Appreciation by Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) for Participation in the Training of STEP to Kenyatta University Students
• February 2016: Appreciation by KUESA for Participation and Contribution in Putting a Smile on the face of Disadvantaged Children of Dagoreti Corner Children Home.
• October, 2023: Award by KUESA for Outstanding performance and dedication in helping lives of Happy Life Children’s Home.