MBA(JKUAT), BA(DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY)
In-Charge, Directorate of Quality Assurance and Management Systems
E-mail: nshabaya@kafu.ac.ke

Mr. Nicholas Khasoha Shabaya is a highly dedicated administrative professional currently heading the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Management Systems at Kaimosi Friends University. With nearly a decade of experience in academic administration, he has demonstrated excellence in institutional efficiency, strategic planning, and quality assurance. He has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management (2020) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and Bachelor of Arts in Technical and Professional Communication (2014) from Daystar University.

Key Areas of Expertise

1. ISO Certification and Audits: Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001:2015.
2. Quality Assurance Systems: Instrumental in achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification for KAFU.
3. Institutional Accreditation: Served as Secretariat for the first institutional self-evaluation report submitted to the Commission for University Education (CUE).
4. Operational Streamlining: Experience spanning ICT, academic affairs, student affairs, and records management.

Noteworthy Achievements

1. Leadership Role: Appointed In-Charge of the Directorate, reflecting trust in his capabilities for expanded responsibilities.
2. Current Mandate: Currently leading the ISO 9001:2015 recertification process, due in September 2026.
3. Recognition: Commended for outstanding performance during the FY 2022/2023 PC Evaluation Exercise.

PUBLICATIONS
Mr. Nicholas S. Khasoha and Dr. Clive Mukanzi “Effect of Generic Strategies on Sustainable Competitive Advantage of Keroche Breweries” Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, Vol. 7, No. 3 (2020)