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Ceciliah Koyieyio

Assistant Director of Education, MoE, Kajiado County. Co-Chair, Mental Health Committee

Ceciliah M. Koyieyio has over 15 years of experience in teaching and educational administration, dedicated to advancing education and student wellbeing in Kenya. She began her career as a teacher in 2007 before joining the Ministry of Education in 2017. Currently serving as the Assistant Director of Education in Kajiado County, Ceciliah oversees both government and partner-led education projects and programs. She coordinates teacher mentors who guide students on career pathways, university transitions, and school reentry after dropout. As Co-Chair of the County Steering Committee on Mental Health, she leads initiatives addressing the “Triple Threat” among school children—teen pregnancy, HIV, and gender-based violence. Ceciliah holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Management, which underpins her commitment to building inclusive, nurturing, and effective learning environments across the education system.