This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Patrick Alfred Waluchio Ongwen. He has over 10 years of experience in library and knowledge management roles, including positions at Makerere University, ARRF, Gulu University, and IUEA. He holds an MPhil in Library and Information Science from Moi University and a BLIS from Makerere University. His areas of expertise include library management, knowledge management, and information systems.

1. CURRICULUM VITAE
A. PERSONAL DATA
SIR NAME : ONGWEN
OTHER NAMES : PATRICK ALFRED WALUCHIO
CONTACT ADDRESS: P.O BOX 57103-00200 NAIROBI, KENYA
EMAIL ADDRESS: pongwen@arrforum.org/ongwengalfred@gmail.com
GENDER : MALE
NATIONALITY : KENYAN
DATE OF BIRTH : APRIL 13TH 1979
ID NUMBER : 22222220
LANGUAGES : ENGLISH, KISWAHILI, LUO, LUHYA, JAPADHOLA, AND
SOME
LUGANDA
MARITAL STATUS : MARRIED
MOBILE NUMBER: +254721541498
B. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
UNIVERSITY LEVEL
YEAR INSTITUTION AWARD DATE
2009-2011 MOI UNIVERSITY MPHIL (LIS) 10TH/12/2011
2004-2007 MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BLIS 30TH /09/07
SECONDARY LEVEL
YEAR SCHOOL QUALIFICATION
1988 -1995 ELUCHE PRIMARY SCHOOL KCPE
1996 - 1999 ST.PETRES HIGH SCHOOL KCSE
2000 – 2001 TORORO COLLEGE -
2002 – 2003 UGANDA MARTYRS RUBAGA UACE

2. C. PROFESSIONAL SKILS/EXPERTISE
AREAS OF PROFICIENT KNOWLEDGE
• Library policies, procedures, methods, ethics and professional standards
implementations.
• Knowledge management policies, procedures, methods and professional standards
implementations.
• Library planning for acquisition and dissemination of research findings.
• Research and information gathering systems and methods.
• A variety of information database systems
• Development and implementations of Library rules, regulations, manuals and user
guides
• Computerized information database systems management.
• Library Automation systems implementation and management
• Acquisitions and searching, on-line bibliographic utilities
• Archival and Records management
• Records Conservation and preservation
Competence
• Effective initiative facilitation and team leadership skills
• Structured problem solving
• Multitasking, ability to work quickly and reliable with minimal supervision
• High regard for personal integrity
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent leadership, coordination, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to be innovative and analyze information from different sources and to
synthesize this information into coherent and brief communication documents.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity; and be a strategic thinker.
• Proactive, initiative, with good networking, negotiation and collaborative skills
• Ability to perform and foster team work
• Computer literate and skilled in office applications such as MS Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Adobe Publisher, Photoshop, email and familiarity with relevant
information technology, including website content management.
• Library proficiency
• Knowledge management proficiency

3. D. WORKING EXPERIENCE
YEAR ORGANISATION TITLE
30TH SEPT TO 30TH MAY 2011 IUEA CONSULTANT UNIVERSITY
LIBRARIAN
Performance details
• Responsible for developing strategies for administration, planning, promotion and
management of the University Library activities
Main Duties
• In consultation with the academic registrar, the director of quality assurance and all
other relevant members of staff, Develop a plan to promote and manage all library
services and activities
• Be the administrative consultant head of the Library services
• Lead to develop and implement structures, systems, policies and related issues of the
Library
• Develop, train and recruit an effective library management team
• Develop the procedures and structure of the library governance
• Develop Duties and responsibilities of every Library staff
• Develop the Criteria of Monitoring and evaluating library services
• Submit matters to the management consultant for approval
• Work with all other relevant officers of the university on matters concerning the
purchase of more library materials
• Following the University study programmes, advise on the prompt opening and closing
of the library
• Develop disaster management and security policy for the library materials
MAY 2010 UP TO DATE KPUC PART-TIME LECTURER
Performance Details
• To design, develop and deliver a range of programmes at Certificate, Diploma and
Degree level for teaching at Kenya Polytechnic University College, in order to enable
students to complete their studies successfully.
• To determine, develop and carry out relevant independent research projects
to extend knowledge in the appropriate subject area.
• Promote the Vision and Mission of the University and implement the University
Strategic Plan.
Responsibilities
• Contribute to the development of research strategies
• Design, develop and deliver a range of programmes of study (sometimes for entirely
new courses) at various levels.
• Review and update, where necessary, course content on regular basis.
• Develop and apply innovative and appropriate teaching techniques including e-learning
and to prepare materials that create interest, understanding and enthusiasm among
students
• Ensure that course design, content and delivery comply with quality standards and
regulations of the department as well as Universities regulations and the Equal
Opportunities and Diversity Policy

4. • Offer advisory interventions to students on their performance, employment market
trends and career development
• Engage in continuous professional development
• Promote the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship and interaction of students with
industry partners in learning and innovation.
MAY 2009 UP TO AUG 2011 ARRF SENIOR LIBRARIAN/KNOWLEDGE
MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Performance Details
• To oversee all knowledge operations and implentation of policies that continuously
improve the efficiency of ARRF Library services
• To manage the planning, administrative and budgetary functions of a new library and
information service at ARRF.
• To establish and implement new Library, Knowledge and information policies and
procedures.
• To assist with the creation of policy briefs, briefing materials, best practice case studies,
fact sheets, and production and distribution of the bulletin/newsletter, and journal
articles on the project.
• To design and manage appropriate dissemination mechanisms for ARRF’s publications.
• To develop and manage convenient, accessible Library Knowledge and information
services.
• develop and oversee ARRF’s branding and image;
• To establish and manage the budget for Library, Knowledge and information services,
technology and media.
• Develop, implement, and maintain, in collaboration with ARRF staff in the participating
countries, a strong communication strategy/visual branding and develop
• Support staff at all levels in the EAC to generate, share and apply knowledge and
expertise and ensure that the knowledge generated under the project is disseminated.
• To develop and manage cost-effective Library, Knowledge and information services,
technology and media.
• To select, tender and acquire information and knowledge materials for the Library
• Develop Library and Knowledge rules, regulations, manuals and users guides
• To order materials and maintain records for payment of invoices.
• To analyze and evaluate Library, Knowledge and information services, technology and
media service requirements.
• To prepare reports related to Library, Knowledge and information services, technology
and media services, resources and activities.
• Maintain the organization website
• Process all the Knowledge and information received in the Library through cataloguing,
classifying, indexing and abstracting using the International standards to facilitate
referencing in line with agreed policies and procedures
• To provide effective access to Library collections and resources for internal and external
users. This entails:
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Processing resources for placement on shelf and electronic data banks
• Responding to daily on-site requests for information
• Training Knowledge Centre users to effectively search the Library catalogue
and electronic resources

5. • Providing an interlibrary loan service for both book and audiovisual
materials and maintaining the records
• Maintaining records for the interlibrary loan service.
• Assists patrons in selection and location of books, audiovisual materials, and
other materials.
• Participate in the selection, ordering and acquisition of relevant
information resources and collection development.
• Process all information received including cataloguing, classifying, indexing
and abstracting using international standards to facilitate reference in line
with agreed policies and procedures.
• Develop information services, such as selective dissemination of
information, current awareness services, compile Bibliographies and produce
quarterly information bulletins.
• Scan periodicals, newspaper articles and package the information.
• Undertake user information needs surveys and develop user profiles.
• Provide reference services, user training and guidance.
• Assist with the design, development and up-dating of databases.
• Responsible for the day to day administration of the Library and knowledge
management Centre.
• Trains and directs workers in performance of such tasks as receiving,
shelving, and locating materials.
• Examines book reviews, publishers' catalogs, and other information sources
to recommend material acquisition.
• Searches catalog files, biographical dictionaries, and indexes, and examine
content of reference materials to assist patrons in locating and selecting
materials.
• Assemble and arrange materials for display.
• Prepare progress and annual reports
MAY 2009 UP TO DATE ARRF PUBLICATION’S MANAGER
Responsibilities
Contribute to the formulation of overall policies, procedures, objectives and guidelines
of ARRF publishing activities
Develop an annual publishing programme in line with the ARRF Programme of Work
Promote ARRF publications through the organizational website and other avenues such
as meetings, national and international book fairs and external partners
Work closely with divisions and ensure that ARRF migrates to Electronic Publishing to
increase readership and visibility
Ensure that all titles are uploaded onto the ARRF publication database
Coordinate and supervise the work of a team of graphic designers and ARRF production
staff
Supervise and provide guidance to staff of the Online Access to Research in the
political, social and economical electronic journals and Databases
Coordinate and promote the sales of ARRF publications through distributors and sales
agents and ensure printed copies of publications are distributed in a timely and efficient
fashion
Compile and produce ARRF’s annual publications catalogue both electronic in print
versions
Supervise the publications staffs (7) of ARRF

6. Promote a culture of translation in ARRF publications into other EAC languages
In collaboration with writers/editors, coordinate and plan thematic issues of ARRF's
quarterly New Path magazine,
Coordinate the production of the ARRF's annual report;
Edit complex and sensitive material and control the quality of ARRF publications;
Act as the secretary of the ARRF’s Publishing Board.
Be responsible for the day-to-day administrative and personnel issues in the Publishing
Unit.
Jan 2011-April 2011 World Vision Knowledge Management Consultant
• Develop detailed functional and other system specifications for new
technologies, tools, and methods used to capture, manage, store, preserve and
deliver content across the organization Research, analyze and evaluate new
technologies and make recommendations for their deployment by the ITS;
participate in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system
requirements, knowledge and information management strategies, etc.
• Lead and manage projects to build an integrated information repository
(Enterprise Content Management system) to exchange, organize, store, retrieve
and make available data, records, information and Secretariat expertise to Parties
and other organizations. Provide expert advice regarding functional and system
specifications for development projects by ITS within the context of the
Enterprise Content Management or other secretariat-wide systems.
• Provide specialized advice to users, analyzing user requirements and translating
these into specifications for current or new applications; determine system
integration and linkage issues for discussion with ITS and concerned
programmes. Identify new possibilities for effective data sharing and ways to
incorporate them into the Secretariat knowledge management strategy and
systems. Prepare and provide reports on standards and guidelines for each
category of data and information. Develop and maintain documentation on the
Secretariat information architecture.
• Maintain, upgrade or enhance existing and/or new Knowledge Management
policy, procedures or systems including: Data Portal, Library, and Intranet and
records management; troubleshoot and provide continuing user support, to
include solving difficult problems; advice on the use of new techniques; monitor
transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned
systems.
• Organize and perform unit and integrated testing; design and utilize test bases;
assist in user acceptance testing. Develop technical and functional specifications
from a knowledge management perspective for all new Secretariat-wide systems.
• Provide guidance to, or supervise, new/junior staffs etc. Develop training
materials, operating and user manuals; train staff in KM.
SENIOR LIBRARIAN
2008 JAN –May 2009 GULU UNIVERSITY HEAD ICT/E-RESOURCES
Performance Details
• Networked the library
• Established the first ever Gulu University library website
• Established and assigned users accounts to the first ever library system
• Established the first ever ICT policy for Gulu University library
• Trained the academic staff, Library staff and student on basic computer applications,
Internet use and effective access of e-resources.
• Drafted the library budget for ICT/E-resources

7. RESPONSIBILITIES
Head of ICT/E-resources
Direct and Supervise staff (10) in ICT/E-Resources section
In charge of ICT facilities and equipments
Maintaining library website and content
Assigning users account to all library systems including emails
Electronic resources administration and management
Training users on how to use library system and e-resources access
Preparing plans and budget for the section
Ensuring users comply with ICT policies and regulation
Preparing reports and statistics
Managing print journal collections
Coordinating subscriptions to print and e-journals
Gifts and exchange initiatives
Generate accurate management statistics
Doing other duties assigned by the University Librarian
SENIOR LIBRARIAN
2006 SEPT-2007 DEC GULU UNIVERSITY Head of TOD
Performance Details
• Accessioned and Classified over 12,000 volumes of both text and reference books
• Established the first ever Gulu University Library Catalogue
• Created Accession and Classification Databases for the University Library Service
• Produced Quarterly and Annual Reports for the Technical & Orders Division (TOD)
• Participated in Drafting Annual Activity Plans for the University Library
• Participated in University Library Budget Formulation
• Supervising staff members in the TOD
RESPONSIBILITIES
Head, Technical and Orders Division (TOD)
Responsible to the University Librarian
Assisting the University Librarian in Overall Administration and Management of Gulu
University Library and Information Services
Act as University Librarian in his absence
Administration of the (TOD)
Direct and Supervise Staff in TOD
Supervision of Cataloguing & Classification of all Information Resources
Ensuring Standards in Document Processing
Compiling Order Lists of Information Materials
Creation and Maintenance of Databases of all Processed Materials
Supervise Stock taking and Maintenance of documents
F. MEMBERSHIP TO VARIOUS ORGANS/BODIES
Member Rotary club international
Member Strategic Leadership Forum (SLF)
Member Makerere Christian Union (MUCU)
Member Gulu Christian Union (GUCU)
Member (CUUL) Consortium of Uganda University Libraries.
Member (GUSASA) Gulu University Senior Administrative Staff Association.
Member Kenya Library Association (KLA)
Kenya Association of Records Managers (KARMA)

8. G. WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS/SYMPOSIA ATTENDED
Web 2.0 Technology learning Opportunity- Moi University, Eldoret
Knowledge management sharing mechanism in Development Organizations-Dar es
Salaam University Tanzania
Management and use of electronic resources by Academic Institutions- Gulu University
Library management training-Makerere University
Library automation training –EASLIS Makerere University
Records and Archival management training-Makerere University
Management skills development training- Makerere University
Leadership skills development training- Makerere University
Monitoring and evaluation training-Tororo
Result based management workshop-Tororo
Information Literacy and Information resources workshop-Gulu University
Training of trainers workshop on electronic resources-Gulu University Faculty of
Medicine
H. OTHER ACTIVITIES
Jan 2008 to March 2009 Gulu University Part-time Lecturer
Department of Library and Information Science
Duties Performed
Teaching information processing, Records management & archival work and
introduction to Information Technology
Assessing students in continuous assessment tests
Setting Examination and examining the students
Attending staff meetings
Identifying the right information materials for the course
Taking students for practical lessons in the library.
Sept 2005-June 2006 Volunteer Records Assistant
Uganda Revenue Authority Tororo
Duties Performed
Records management
Data checking and recording
Organizing information materials
Receiving and registering mail
Classifying mail
Jan 2004-Augast 2005 Library Intern
Tororo Public library and district health resource
Centre
Duties Performed
Cataloguing
Classification
Accessioning
Organizing information materials
Circulation service
Data checking and recording
Compiling monthly reports
Maintaining the district health database
Developed a classification system

9. ACHIEVEMENTS
Setting up library for African Research and Resource Forum
Automated the Library systems for African Research and Resource Forum
Registered African Research and Resource Forum to KLISC for online resources
utilization
Developed the African Research and Resource Forum website
Developed and edited annual reports and quarterly publication
Developed a catalogue for Gulu University
Developed a records system for the district registry (Tororo branch)
Developed a classification system for Tororo public library
Developed a database for district health department Tororo
Trained staff and students in Information Literacy and effective search skills Gulu
University.
Networked the library.
Trained Medical library Staff on how to access electronic resources.
Trained librarians in the Northern region of Uganda in use of Electronic resource.
Best employee of the years 2009 and 2010 in ARRF
RESPONSIBILITIES HELD
University Librarian International University of East Africa (IUEA)
Head Library/ICT African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
Publication Manager African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
Head welfare department African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF).
Head of ICT/E-Resources Gulu University Library
Head of Technical and Order division Gulu University Library
Part time Teaching Assistant Gulu University
Chairperson Makerere University Christian union praise and worship 2004-2006
Chairperson Makerere University Library Christian students association 2005/2006
Course leader East African School Library and Information science 2004-2007
I.RESEARCH WORK
• Civil society and governance in Kenya since 2002
• Oil exploration in East Africa: Case study of Uganda
• Using religion as a strategy of Conflict mitigation in Rift Valley Kenya
• Post conflict reconstruction: Case study of Southern Sudan
• Election management in East Africa: Case Study of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and
Burundi (not completed)
• Using bibliotherapy in rehabilitating ex-prisoners and reintegrating them back to their
communities in Kenya
J. PUBLICATIONS
1. Dissertation on: Assessing the effectiveness of health management information
systems to the local government, a case study of Tororo district health department
2. Weak election administration and management: a recipe for election related violence
published by African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
3. Well managed election process: the core to democracy in EAC member’s states
published by African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
4. Why are African Governments failing to revive Agricultural sector published by African
Research and Resources Forum (ARRF)

10. K. APPOINTMENTS RECEIVED
1. Temporary appointment as Librarian II Gulu University Library.
2. Appointment as Head of ICT/E-Resources Gulu University Library.
3. Renewed appointment as librarian II Gulu University Library.
4. Appointed as a part time teaching Assistant Gulu University School of Education
Department of Information Science
5. Appointed as Board Member of Gulu Adhola University Students Association.
6. Appointed as a representative of GUSASA to the University Retirement Scheme
7. Appointed as the Librarian/ICT officer African Research and Resource Forum.
8. Appointed as the secretary to management committee African Research and Resource
Forum
9. Appointed as the publication officer African Research and Resource Forum
10. Appointed as the Staff Welfare Chairperson African research and resource Forum
11. Part-time Lecturer, Kenya Polytechnic University College

11. REFEREES:
A. EMPLOYMENT RECORD
1. Mr. Herbert Manana, Deputy Librarian.
Head of technical and order division
Gulu University
P.O. Box 166, Gulu
Mob.0772680092
Email.kasheru2000@yahoo.co.uk
2. Mr. Deus Kayitakirwa
Programme Coordinator/Principal Research fellow
African Research and Resource Forum
P.O. Box 57103-00200, Nairobi
Mobile: +254714106198
Email: deus@arrforum.org
B. ACADEMIC RECORD
1. Doctor Constant Okello-Obura
Director East African School of library and information science
Makerere University
P.O BOX 7062
Kampala, Uganda
Phone: +256-772-302721
+256-41531530(0)
Email: direct@easlis.mak.ac.ug
2. Dr. Damaris Odero
Lecturer School of Information Science
Moi University
P.O BOX 3900-30100
Eldoret
Mobile: 0735606031
Email: oderodjn@gmail.com
C. SPIRITUAL REFEREE
1. Rev. Peter Osundwa
Provost, Bishop Hannington ACK church
Mumias Diocese
P.o Box 121 Mumias
Mobile: 0710408585/0734609112
Email: peterkosundwa@yahoo.com