PROFILE Ndeti Ndati is the Associate Dean, Faculty of Media and Communications at Multimedia University. He has a PhD in Communication and Information studies from the School of Journalism, University Nairobi. Dr. Ndeti holds a Master of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Nairobi, a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication from the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication, and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) degree in English and Literature from the University of Nairobi. Before joining Multimedia University, Dr. Ndeti taught Communications at St Paulsâ s University for six years. He was also the chair of the Department of Public Relations and Development Communication. Dr. Ndeti has specialized in the area of development and health communication. In addition, he teaches courses in public relations practice, print and electronic media. He supervises postgraduate students at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and also at the University of Nairobi. RESEARCH ACTIVITIES AND PUBLICATIONS Ndeti, N. 2012. Interpersonal Communication Networks among the Youth. Nairobi: Nairobi Academic Press (forthcoming Book) Ndeti, N. 2011. The Role of Interpersonal Communication in Shaping and Influencing HIV and AIDS Behavior Change among the youth in Secondary Schools in Nairobi County (Unpublished PhD Thesis). 1 / 9
Ndeti, N. 2011. HIV and AIDS Communication in Secondary Schools in Kenya. Eldoret: Zapf Chancery Publishers. Ndeti, N. 2004. The Impact of HIV and AIDS Communication Strategies for Adolescents: A Case Study of HIV and AIDS Education Programme in Secondary Schools in Kenya (MA Thesis). Ndeti, N. 2012. â œeffective Communication Strategies in HIV and AIDS Campaign messages in Kenyaâ In Katiambo, D. 2012. Local Approaches to HIV and AIDS Communication in Kenya. Nairobi: Nairobi University Press (forthcoming book chapter). Ndeti, N. & Oranga, J. A Handbook of Poetic Analysis and Criticism. Nairobi: Nairobi Academic Press (forthcoming). Manuscripts under review (awaiting publication) Ndeti, N. 2012. Interpersonal Communication Networks Among the Youth: Towards an Understanding of HIV and AIDS Behavioral Responses. Manuscript submitted to the Journal of Language, Entrepreneurship and Technology in Africa, published by USIU Ndeti, N. 2012. Interpersonal Communication and HIV/AIDS Behavior Change. Manuscript presented to Journal of Communication in Africa Kiai, W., Mogambi, H., & Ndeti, N. 2012. Priming HIV/AIDS messages on Kenyan Print Media: Patterns, Issues and Practices. Manuscript submitted to the Journal of Health Communication. Ndeti, N. & Okigbo, C. HIV and AIDS Communication Challenges in Kenya: Towards a Contextual Framework â Manuscript submitted to the Journal of Development Communication Seminar Papers Presented 2 / 9
Ndeti, N. The Social Construction of HIV and AIDS among Students in Secondary Schools in Nairobi County - A paper presented at the Faculty Research Seminar at Multimedia University of Kenya, 2011. Ndeti, N. The Adoption and Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the Church: A case study of All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi. A paper presented at the Faculty Research Seminar at St. Paul's University, 2009. Ndeti, N. The Role of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Enhancing Development in Kenya: The Case of Community Radio â A paper presented at the Faculty Research Seminar at St Paul's University, 2008. Research Projects Underway Mutwiri, I.M., & Ndeti, N. The Role of Film Making in the realization of Kenya's Vision 2030: An Investigation of the Strategies, Formulas, Dynamics and Potential of Viable Film Production in Kenya. FAMECO Staff & Zurich University: Agricultural Knowledge transfer: Shortcomings of Communication, 2012. A research project being carried out in Kenya by collaboration between Multimedia University and Zurich University of Applied sciences Development of Academic Programs 2012 â Bachelor of Applied Communication - Faculty of Media and Communication, Multimedia University College â awaiting approval by JKUAT Senate 2012 â Bachelor of Journalism - Faculty of Media and Communication, Multimedia University 3 / 9
College â awaiting approval by JKUAT Senate 2011 â Bachelor of Education (Arts) Curriculum â St. Paul's University 2009 â Bachelor of Arts Communication Curriculum (review) - St. Paul's University 2009 â Development Communication Module (MDS 507) for Masters of Development Studies Program â St. Paul's University 2006 â English Language Curriculum for Undergraduate Students â St. Paul's University Conference Papers Presented Mulwa, M. & Ndeti, N. 2012. Integrated Marketing Communication and Technology Adoption: A Case of Safaricom's Mpesa Mobile Money transfer services in Kenya. A paper presented at the Africa Mobile Money Research Conference held on April 2nd & 3rd, 2012 at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi. Ndeti, N. Conflict & Cooperation in Society: A Case for Lay Training Centers in Africa â A paper presented during the Association of Christian Lay Centers in Africa (ACLCA) Leadership Training held at Jumuia Conference centre, November 5, 2009. Ndeti, N. Leadership and Community Mobilization - A paper presented at the HIV & AIDS Base Group Regional Conference held at the YMCA, November, 2011. SEMINARS, CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 4 / 9
Conference on Getting Published held at the Hilton Hotel, Dec 2011Intra-ACP academic mobility scheme for Africa, the Caribbean and Pacific, a two-day International Conference held at Crowne Plaza, Nairobi (Feb, 2011)World Press Freedom Day 2011: 21st Century Media: New Frontiers, New Barriers, a two day International Conference held at Laico Regency between 3rd and 4th May, 2011.  Practical Skills in Leadership Seminar held at St Paul's University on May 1 & 2, 2009  SIFE Kenya Leadership Training Conference, held at Kabarak University on January 30 to 31, 2009. Theme: Training in Entrepreneur ship skills  Digital Video Conference on Topics of the Black History month held on February 18 2009 at the US Embassy. Theme: Commonalities between Black Americans and Black Africans beyond Race  ZAIN Africa Challenge, Coaches and Liaisons Workshop, Safari Park Hotel, November 10 & 11 2008. Theme: Preparing Coaches and Liaisons for Zain Africa Challenge, an academic quiz for Universities in Africa  Quality Assurance Workshop, held at St Paul's University in October 2008  The Kenya Content Conference, organized by Kenya ICT Board, on November 14, 2008 at KICC Theme: Emerging opportunities that are being facilitated by better internet content in Kenya  Red Cross Club Training Workshop, held at St Paul's University, on November 22, 2009 Theme: A Future for Humanity 5 / 9
 Media Training Workshop organized by Media Council of Kenya and held at The Kenya Institute of Mass Communications. Theme: College Certification and Training, September, 2008  SPULSA & Club heads Leadership Training at St Paul's University, September 2008 - Presented a Paper titled: Communication for Effective Leadership  7th Strathmore University ICT Conference. Theme: Emerging Technologies and Trends and the Future of ICT Sector in Kenya, 2006  The Environmental Issues Roundtable â A Regional Training Program in Environmental Journalism and Communications, organized by Daystar University and held at Gracia hotel, Nairobi, October, 2005  Reproductive Health Workshop for Journalists, held at Panafric hotel, November, 2004  Nairobi Careers and Exhibition symposium, held at Kenya Science Teachers College, Nairobi, June, 2003  Workshop on Media and Ethnicity in Kenya, in May 1999 held at United States International University â Kenya Post Graduate Supervision â Doctorate Augustus Nyakundi, Communicating Mental Health messages in Kenya: Gaps and Redress â Ongoing Joan Gathoni Mutua, The Use of Interpersonal Communication in addressing the Effects of 6 / 9
Exposure Traumatic Scenes among Female Journalists - Ongoing Post Graduate Supervision - Masters Simon L. Libafu, Effects of New Media Technologies on Print and Electronic Media: A Case Study of Social Networkings among College Students in Nairobi â Graduated in 2011 Nyambane, Rhoydah, A Critical Analysis of the Influence of Television on Sexual Behavior of Young Women: A Case Study of Mlolongo Township, Machakos County â Graduated in 2011 Langat, Bernard, A Critical Analysis of Media Messages in Combating HIV/AIDS in Kenya: A Case Study of the Daily Nation Newspaper â Graduated in 2011 Kuria, Naomi Njoki, Factors Influencing Effective Participation of Men in HIV/AIDS Campaigns: A Case of Government Ministries in Nairobi â Graduated in 2011 Muchiri Mukunga, Bias in Political News Reporting: A Case Study of the Daily Nation and the Standard in the 2007 Elections in Kenya â Graduated in 2011 Charles Muhia Kiiru, The Role of Public Relations in the Public Sector: A Comparative Analysis of Communication Strategies in the Ministry of Defense and Police Department in Kenya â graduated in 2010 Faith Mutanu Muthini, An Investigation of Communication Approaches Used for HIV/AIDS Awareness at the Workplace: A Case Study of Secondary Schools in Machakos District â graduated in 2010 Igweta K. Dorothy, An Evaluation of the Role of FM Radios in Empowering the Youth in Kenya 7 / 9
â graduated in 2009 Sarah Njoki Ngechu, The Role of communication in the management of human resources in organizations in Kenya â (completed; now awaiting graduation) Chai A. Kazungu, The Role of ICTs in Student Unrests in Kenya: A Case Study of Secondary Schools in Nairobi Province - ongoing Paul K. Wambua, The Role of Opinion Polls in Political Communication: A Case Study of 1992 â 2007 General Elections in Kenya - ongoing Samuel Kaunga, The Role of Communication in Curtailing Female Genital Mutilation in Meru Community: A Case Study of Tharaka District â ongoing Gildine Karani, The Role of Public Relations in the Enhancement of Institutional Image: A Case Study of the Ministry of Lands, Kenya - ongoing Mukundi K. Thuku, Coverage of Agricultural Information by the Print Media in Kenya: A Content Analysis - Ongoing Consultancy Services 2010 â Present. Consulted with SGS as a Communications Expert towards the ISO Certification of the Nation Media Group, Nairobi 2009 â Present: Communications Consultant â Vision Communication and Consultancy. Participated in the writing of Communications Strategy for Intra-health International â 8 / 9
Capacity Kenya Project Contacts: nndati@mmu.ac.ke, ndetindati@yahoo.com 9 / 9