Designation

Director Partnerships & Collaborations

Staff E-mail Address

jnjuru@kcau.ac.ke

Academic Qualification

• PhD  in Public Policy & Administration  –  Walden University, Minneapolis, MN, United States (2011)
• Master of Public Policy (MPP)  –  American University, Washington, DC, United States (2006)
• Bachelor of Arts in International Relations  – Alliant International University (Formerly, United States International University – USIU), San Diego, CA, United States  (2001)

Membership of Professional Bodies/Associations

Profile

Dr Jane Wangari Njuru is a Senior Lecturer of Public Management and Administration at KCA university, school of Business. She holds PhD Public Policy and administration –  Walden University, Minneapolis, MN, United States. She teaches units on Public Policy and Administration, Public Sector Reforms, Global Knowledge Management, International Relations, Political Science and Human Resource Development in the Public Sector.

Dr Wangari has a great passion for creating strategic partnerships between the private/public sectors and academia. The academic-industry linkage is instrumental to advancing research and knowledge and creating a skilled workforce. She believes in good governance and leadership as key ingredients to catalyze innovation and economic growth.

Selected Publications: Books, Refereed publications & Non Refereed publications

• Githui, F., Oloko, M., Njuru, J., & Ntara, C. (2026). Innovation Strategy and Performance of Government Commercial Institutions in Kenya. British Journal of Management and Marketing Studies.
• Githui, F., Oloko, M., Njuru, J., & Ntara, C. (2026). Modernization Strategy and Performance of Government Commercial Institutions in Kenya. International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation.
• Githui, F. K., & Njuru, J. (2026). Corporate Governance and Organizational Performance: Evidence from Emerging Economies in Africa. African Journal of Management Research.
• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2026). The Strategic Impact of Circular Economy Implementation on Competitive Advantage and Financial Resilience in Select Emerging Market Industries. African Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development.
• Njuru, J., Githui, F., & Oginga, B. (2025). The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Strategic Decision-Making in Corporate Management. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences.
• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2024). Impact of E-Commerce as a Business Tactic on Sales Growth of SMEs in Nairobi. International Journal of Science and Business.
• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2024). The Role of Public Management in the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. International Journal of Science and Business.
• Githui, F. K. & Njuru, J. W. (2024). Impact of E-Commerce as a Business Tactic on Sales Growth of SMEs in Nairobi. International Journal of Science & Business (34) 1
• Githui, F. K. & Njuru, J. W. (2024). The Role of Public Management in the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. International Journal of Science & Business (34) 1
• Njuru, J. W. (2011). Implications of E-Government on Public Policy and Challenges of Adopting Technology: The case of Kenya. Journal of Global Affairs and Public Policy 1(1), 1-20: ISSN 2162‐7819.
• Njuru, J. W. (2011). Perspectives of Kenyan Students in the United States on E-government and Citizen Participation. Journal of Global Affairs and Public Policy 1(1), 1-34: ISSN 2162‐7819.
• Philanthropic Corporate Social Responsibility and Profitability of Domestic Airlines in Kenya. International Journal of Business and Strategic Management.  https://www.irjp.org/index.php/irjbsm/article/view/425

Research Interest

Conferences & Chapters

• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2026). Strategic Governance and Organizational Performance in Emerging Economies: Evidence from Public and Commercial Institutions in Kenya, International Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Congress. (Kars, Türkiye)
• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2026). From Policy Design to Practice: Institutional Capacity and the Performance Gap in Public Sector Reforms. 13th International Paris Congress on Social Sciences & Humanities (Paris, France).
• Githui, F., & Njuru, J. (2023). The Role of Public Management in the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. SOBARC Annual Conference, Nairobi, Kenya.
• Njuru, J. W. & Ndolo, J. (2023). Devolution in Kenya: Opportunities and Challenges. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 21^st July 2023.
• Njuru, J. W. (2023). Public Policy and the Delivery of Universal Health Care in Kenya. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 21^st July 2023.
• Ndolo, J. & Njuru, J. W. (2023). Greening Supply Chain Strategies to Mitigate Climate Change in the Kenyan Tea Sector. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 21^st July 2023.
• Njuru, J. W. & Mitugo, N. (2023). A Qualitative Analysis of Climate Change Mitigation in Kenya. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 21^st July 2023.
• Muia, F. M. & Njuru, J. W. (2023). The Relationship between Information Technology and Procurement Performance of Non-Governmental Organizations in Kenya. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 21^st July 2023.
• Njuru, J. W. (2022). Delivery of Digital Public Services and E-Government: Huduma Kenya Model. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 28 July 2022.
• Njuru, J. W. & Ntara, C.  (2022). An Analysis of Policy on Public Spaces: A Comparative Study of Kigali, Rwanda and Nairobi, Kenya. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 28 July 2022.
• Ntara, C. & Njuru, J. W. (2022). Perspectives of Kenyans on Public Participation. A paper presented at the School of Business Annual Research Conference (SOBARC III), KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya on 28 July 2022.
• Njuru, J. W. (2013). Making Science and Technology Work for Africa’s Competitiveness. A paper was presented at an International Conference in Dar El Salam, Tanzania
• Njuru, J. W. (2010). Placing NGOs in the Global Context. A paper presented at the National Conference Center, Lansdown, Virginia, United States on 17^th March 2010
• Njuru, J. W. (2009). Theories of Democratic Governance. A paper presented at the National Conference Center, Lansdown, Virginia, United States on 17^th March 2009
• Njuru, J. W. (2009). Policy Analysis. A paper presented at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States on 20^th July 2009

Selected Summits & Workshops

• Strength-Based Leadership Summit
  Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  November 23 – 30, 2019
• Advanced Management Development Workshop: Preparing for Higher Level of Leadership
  Bahari Beach Hotel, Mombasa County
  November 11 – 15, 2019
• High-Performance Leadership Workshop
  Hilton Hotel, Dubai Creek, United Arab Emirates
  May 6 – 10, 2019
• Corporate Governance & Anti-Corruption Reforms Summit
  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  January 23 – 30, 2019
• Global Leadership & Institutional Excellence Summit: Maximizing Full Potential & Empowering People
  Radisson Blue Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  December 10 – 14, 2018
• Executive Leadership Development Conference
  Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, Crystal City Washington DC, USA
  September 24 – 30, 2018
• Personal Leadership Development Program (PLDP)
  Serena Beach Hotel, Zanzibar
  September 11 – 15, 2017
• Global Leadership Conference
  Sheraton Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  February 15 – 19, 2016
• Executive Education Summit: Effective Business Leadership and Decision-Making
  Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
  June 22 – 26, 2015
• East African Business Summit: The Role of Private Sector in Crisis and Conflict Preparedness, Prevention and Response in Eastern Africa: Opportunities for Collaboration
  Kigali, Rwanda
  October 14 – 17, 2014
• Kenya – Israel Business Summit
  Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv City Center, Israel
  April 21 – 25, 2014
• Governors’ Summit: Repositioning with Homegrown Solutions to Achieve Sustainable Goals
  The Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort, Naivasha
  January 20 – 23, 2014

Social Media and Academic Networking Tools

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ObQ98yoXo-AC&hl=en