Charles Kainkwa

About

With over 15 years of experience in managing initiatives that lead transformation, inclusivity, and sustainable practices across Eastern and Southern Africa, I have worked on strengthening market systems, promoting climate-smart practices, and supporting communities in different sectors through sustainable, evidence-driven solutions.

Experience

• Manager - Climate and Logistics at Kuehne Climate Center
  Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

• Livelihoods Program Lead at Foundation for Civil Society (FCS)
  Sep 2024 - Sep 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

• Food System Advisor at Rikolto
  Jun 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

• Value Chains Development Expert at Transform Trade
  Oct 2022 - May 2023 · 8 mos

• Farm Africa (Full-time · 5 yrs 3 mos)
  • Technical Services Specialist
    Jan 2020 - Sep 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Program Coordinator
    Jan 2020 - Sep 2020 · 9 mos

  • Partner Support Manager
    Jul 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 6 mos