1. IDENTIFICATION 2. COMPETENCIES 3. ACHIEVEMENTS. Abraham Kiprop Mulwo Nationality Kenyan. Date of Birth 19 th March 1977 Marital Status Married

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1. IDENTIFICATION Name Abraham Kiprop Mulwo Nationality Kenyan Gender Male Date of Birth 19 th March 1977 Marital Status Married Contact Address Department of Communication Studies, School of Human

1 1. IDENTIFICATION Name Abraham Kiprop Mulwo Nationality Kenyan Gender Male Date of Birth 19 th March 1977 Marital Status Married Contact Address Department of Communication Studies, School of Human Resource Development, Moi University, PO Box , Eldoret, KENYA Tel: +254 (0) (office), +254 (0) (cell), +254 (0) (cell) Skype abraham.mulwo Profile Statement Focused, energetic and dynamic leader with proven ability to effectively manage people and projects. A team player who is always ready to learn from others and to share expertise with colleagues and students and always determined to give his best to attain set objectives within a given time. Excellent analytical and problem solving techniques acquired through years of training and practice within and outside the higher education system. 2. COMPETENCIES Research and publication in health communication, social change, and new media and civic engagement processes Teaching and facilitating training workshops Strong analytical and innovative skills Monitoring and implementation of projects Excellent advocacy and communication skills with experience in multicultural settings Proposal writing More than 10 years of teaching experience in higher education system Computer competence Excellent interpersonal skills 3. ACHIEVEMENTS a). Academic : PhD in Cultural and Media Studies, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Thesis Title: An Analysis of Students Responses to ABC and VCT messages at Three Universities in KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa : MPhil in Communication Studies, Moi University, Eldoret. Thesis Title: Cultural Constraints in Communicating AIDS Information: A Case of Soy Division, Uasin-Gishu District

2 : BA in Language and Literary Studies, Moi University : Kaptel High School -KCSE Certificate : Kaptel Primary School - KCPE Certificate b). Additional Training May 2010 June, 2011: Training Course in Sexual and Reproductive Health Research 2010, World Health Organization/Geneva Foundation for Medical and Educational Research c). Career Development Senior Lecturer Guest Researcher Moi University (February 2014 to Present Day) Roskilde University, Denmark in the area of New International Actors/Movements and Media. (6 th August 17 th September 2013) Lecturer Moi University (Feb to February 2014)) Tutorial Fellow Moi University (July 2005 to February, 2010) Graduate Assistant Moi University (June, 2004 to July, 2005) Researcher Researcher Membership Centre for AIDS Development, Research and Evaluation (CADRE) - South Africa (August 2008 March, 2009) UNESCO/Ministry of Education, Science and Technology - Kenya (Feb April 2004) 4. SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS AND LEADERSHIP QUALITIES Chair of Graduate Studies Programme, School of Human Resource Development (2009 to Present day) Chaired the Ad Hoc Committee of Moi University Senate tasked with developing university Policy on Plagiarism Chaired the Ad Hoc Committee of Moi University Senate tasked with Reviewing Guidelines for Thesis Writing Chaired the committee of the Cross-cutting Symposium of the Moi University 8 th Annual International Conference, 2012 Chaired the Exhibitions and Excursions Committee of the Moi University 7 th Annual International Conference, 2011 Board of Management of Kaptel Boys High School (2012 to Present day) Member of the Ad Hoc Committee of Moi University Senate tasked with reviewing Postgraduate Students Rules and Regulations 5. AWARDS Research Funding Research Funding Jointly with nine scholars from Universities in Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway, won research grant to a tune on NOK 3,995,725.2 to conduct research on Critical Perspectives on New Media and Processes of Social Change in the Global South (2013) 2011 Moi University Annual Research Grant to a tune of Ksh. 200, 000 to conduct research on Exploring the Context of Vulnerability of Adolescent Girls and Identifying Mitigating Strategies in Eldoret, Kenya (2011)

3 Sponsorship Sponsorship Awarded sponsorship to participate in a one week intensive training course on Sexual and Reproductive Health Research by Geneva Foundation for Medical and Educational Research in Collaboration with the World Health Organization (13 th to 17 th June, 2011) Awarded sponsorship to attend a Sub-Regional Methodology Workshop for Southern Africa in Harare, Zimbabwe by the Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (20 th to 24 th November, 2006) 6. PUBLICATIONS (a) Book Chapters 1. Mulwo A.K. (2014) Wanjiku: Constitution Making ( ) and the Politics of Deception in Kenya in Shitemi, N and Kamaara, E. (EDS) Wanjiku: A Kenyan Sociopolitical Discourse. Pp Nairobi: Goethe Publications 2. Mulwo, A.K. & Tomaselli, K.G (2013) HIV/AIDS Campaigns as a Signifying Processes: Group Dynamics, Meaning-Formation and Sexual Practice in Tufte, T., Wildermuth, N., Hansen- Skovmoes, A & Mitullah, W. (Eds.) People Speaking Back: Media, Empowerment and Civic Engagement among East and Southern African Youth. PP , Nordicom: Goteborg, Sweden (ISBN: ) 3. Mulwo A.K. (2012) An Analysis of Student s Responses to ABC and VCT Messages at Three Universities in KwaZulu-Natal in Durden, E and Govender, E. Investigating Communication, Health and Development. Johannesburg: Jacana Media (ISBN: ) 4. Mulwo, A. K. (2006) Role of African Universities in Mitigating the spread of HIV/AIDS in Africa in The Role of African Universities in the Attainment of the Millennium Development Goals,( pp ). Nairobi: Kenyatta University: (ISBN: ) (b) Journal Articles 1. Mulwo, A. K., Tomaselli, K.G. and Francis, M. (2012). Discourses of HIV/AIDS in Africa: An Afro-optimist response? International Journal of Cultural Studies. Vol. 15 (6): (ISSN: ) 2. Mulwo, A.K., Tomaselli, K.G. and Dalrymple, L. (2009). Condom brands, perceptions of condom efficacy and HIV prevention among university students in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. African Journal of AIDS Research, Vol. 8(3): (ISSN: "906) 3. Mulwo, A.K., Tomaselli, K.G., Dalrymple, L. (2009). Social Constructions of Being Faithful among University Students and the Implications for their Reception of Partner Fidelity Messages. Communicare: Journal of Communication Sciences in Southern Africa. Vol. 28 (2): 1-22 (ISSN: ) 4. Mulwo, A.K. and Tomaselli, K.G. (2009). Sex, Morality and AIDS: The Perils of Moralistic Discourses in HIV Prevention Campaigns among University Students. Communicatio: Southern African Journal of Communication Theory and Research. Vol. 35 (2): (ISSN: ) 5. Mulwo, A. K. and Rono, P.K. (2005). Sociolinguistic Challenges in HIV/AIDS Campaigns in Western Kenya. The Encoder: Journal of the School of Human Resource Development. Vol. 1 (1): (ISSN: ) 6. Masese E. R and Mulwo A. K. (2005). Audience Attitudes Towards HIV/AIDS Campaigns in Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. In Mila: Journal of the Institute of African Studies. Vol.6: (ISSN: )

4 Submitted 1. Jerop, C., Mulwo, A.K. and Chepkuto, P. (Submitted ) Public Perceptions of Communication Strategies Used To Promote Behavior Change: A Study of FGM Eradication Campaigns In Keiyo- Marakwet County, Kenya 7. ATTENDANCE OF SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS/TRAININGS/CONFERENCES (SELECTED) 1. Organization for Social Science Research in Africa (OSSREA) Refresher Course in Research Methodology for Instructors and Supervisors of Masters and PhD Students. Dar es Salaam, Febryary 24 March 8, Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) Supervisors Workshop, Johannesburg, November 25 27, Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) Supervisors Workshop, Dar es Salaam, March 25 27, Training Course in Sexual and Reproductive Health Research 2010, World Health Organization/Geneva Foundation for Medical and Educational Research, Geneva, th June, MEDIeA: Social Media as a Tool for Transformation, Hotel Boulevard, Nairobi, 17 th May, sre2009, the IVth Biennial International Sex and Relationships Education Conference on, The ABC of Sex and Relationships Education. The ICC, Birmingham, UK, 7-9th September The African Association for Rethoric, 2 nd Biennal International Conference, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 1 3 rd July, From Reflection to Action: Obstacles and Successes in Integrating HIV/AIDS into University Curricula. University of Fort Hare, East London, South Africa, 15 th 16 th May, Science and Community Engage To Empower - Dialogues about public engagement with science in the developing world. Africa Centre for Health and Population Studies, Somkhele, Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. 3 rd 5 th December South Africa Communication Conference (SACOMM). Misty Hills, Pretoria. 17 th September, th September, PANOS Workshop on Regional HIV&AIDS Training Manual for Media Institutes. Pretoria. 24 th of November Sub-Regional Methodological Workshop on Social Science for Southern Africa. Harare/Zimbabwe. 20 th -24 th November, Memories of Modernity Workshop. Westville Campus, Durban. 13 th November 19 th November, 2006

5 14. The First South African National HIV/AIDS Communication Survey Hilton Hotel, Durban. 8 th November, Johns Hopkins Health Education South Africa Monitoring and Evaluation Partners Meeting. Tropicana Hotel, Durban. 25 th 27 th October, South Africa Communication Conference (SACOMM). Spier Estate, Western Cape. 28 th September, th September, th Association of Third World Studies International Conference, Western University College of Science and Technology, Kakamega. 22 nd November 24 th November, Regional Conference on the Role of African Universities in the Attainment of Millennium Development Goals, Kenya School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi. 14 th -18 th November, The Moi University First Annual International Conference and Partners Meeting, Eldoret. 14 TH 16 TH February, SUPERVISION OF MASTERS AND PHD-LEVEL STUDENTS (SELECTED) 1. PHD a. Stella Chebii (2013) Adolescent Girls Communicative Experiences in Negotiating Issues Related to Menstruation at an Informal Settlement in Nairobi, Kenya. Moi University b. Victoria Kuto (on-going) Promotion of Cervical Cancer Prevention Among Rural Women In Kenya. Moi University c. Virginia Mutheu (on-going). Sport As Catalyst For Dialogue In Conflict Resolution And Peace Building: A Study Of Tecla Lorupe Peace Foundation. Moi University 2. MASTERS a. Wangari Fridah (2013) An Assessment Of Communication Dynamics In E-Government: A Study Of Online Recruitment System In Kenya. Moi University b. Catherine Kafu (2013). Parents Awareness And Knowledge of PG-Ratings and its Influence On Children s Exposure To Inappropriate Tv Programmes. Moi UniversityHodari Jane (2012). Public Perceptions Of The Academic Model For Providing Access To Healthcare (Ampath) Communication Strategies For Community Engagement In Kosirai Division, Kenya. Moi University c. Caren Jerop (2012) public perceptions of campaigns to eradicate FGM through alternative rite of passage (Tumdo Ne Leel) among the Keiyo community in Keiyo-Marakwet County, Kenya. Moi University d. Farida Mtunda (on-going). Challenges Faced By Women In Communicating Gender Based Violence Through Community Policing Systems In Bungoma County, Kenya. Moi University 9. EXAMINATION OF MASTERS AND PHD-LEVEL THESES (SELECTED) 1. PHD a. Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo (2013) Thesis Entitled: A Participatory Communication Approach of a Rural Cattle Project: A Case Study of Nguni Cattle Project in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. University of Fort-Hare, Alice b. Manda LZ s (2013) Thesis Entitled: Media and Agriculture in Africa: A Case Study of Agriculture Radio Programming in Malawi. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University c. Eliza Govender (2013) Processes and Participation in HIV and AIDS Communication: Using Bodymapping to Explore Experiences of Young People. University of KwaZulu-Natal

6 a. Given Chigaya Mutinta s (2011) Thesis Entitled: Investigating Students Sexual Risk Behaviour, Risk and Protective Factors and their Responses to the Scrutinize Campaign at Universities in KwaZulu-Natal. University of KwaZulu-Natal b. Manda LZ s (2012) Thesis Entitled: Media and Agriculture in Africa: A Case Study of Agriculture Radio Programming in Malawi. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University c. Nyakundi Erneo Nyamboga (2012) Thesis Entitled: Communication Dynamics In The Interaction And Transaction Of Defamation Law And News Production At Newspaper Firms In Kenya. Moi University d. Nabushawo Justin (2012) Dialogic ethic and leadership performance in Kisumu Metropolitan Catholic Diocese- Kenya. Moi University 2. MASTERS a. Gilbert Siangu (2011) Efficacy of Channels of Communication In Diffusion Of Innovations In Organizations In Kenya: A Case Study Of Mumias Sugar Company. Moi University b. Lucy Atieno Odhiambo (2012) Thesis Entitled: Popular Culture In Dramatising Hiv/Aids Discourses: An Exploration Of Health Messages Through Text And Sound In Kenya. Moi University c. Waswa Munawar Mohamed (2012) Thesis Entitled: Radio Language Idiom And The Style Of Audience Control: A Study Of F.M Stations In Western Kenya. Moi University 10. REFEREES 1. Prof. Keyan G. Tomaselli Professor Research Director and Outreach Coordinator Culture, Communication and Media Studies (CCMS) Howard College Campus University of KwaZulu-Natal Durban 4041, South Africa Tel: (+2731) (office) TOMASELL@ukzn.ac.za 2. Prof. Joshua Kwonyike, Dean, School of Human Resource Development, Moi University, P.O Box 3900, Eldoret, Tel: Ext 2448 Office +254 (0) Mobile jkwonyike@hotmail.com 3. Prof. Paul Chepkuto Deputy Vice Chancellor - Administration and Finance (Ag.), Moi University, P.O Box 3900, Eldoret, 30100, Kenya. Tel: +254 (0) Office Cell: +254 (0) chepkutopaul@gmail.com

Dr Diana Njeri Kimani (Ph.D) P.O. Box Nairobi, Kenya Tel:

Dr Diana Njeri Kimani (Ph.D) P.O. Box 17496-00100 Nairobi, Kenya Tel: +254722487474 Email: diakim1374@gmail.com; dnkimani@uonbi.ac.ke OBJECTIVE A position in the academic and/or research industry where