Michael Ndwiga serves as a Welding Instructor at Toolkit Skills and Innovation Hub, a leading institution dedicated to powering Africa with skilled and productive youth. The organization connects young people to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities through life skills, digital literacy, and technical trades. With extensive hands-on experience in vocational training, Michael is passionate about equipping youth with market-relevant skills that foster long-term economic empowerment.

Current Role & Contributions
At Toolkit Skills and Innovation Hub, Michael Ndwiga delivers practical, competency-based training in welding and metal fabrication. He is responsible for instructing, mentoring, and assessing trainees to ensure they meet industry standards. Michael also contributes to curriculum development and collaborates with fellow trainers, curriculum experts, and industry partners to ensure alignment with labor market demands. His efforts directly support the organization’s mission to increase youth employability and foster economic resilience.

Professional Background
Michael holds a Certificate in Welding and Fabrication, General Fitting and an Instructor Training Certificate from the Kenya School of TVET. He has developed strong technical and instructional expertise through both formal training and practical experience. Before joining Toolkit Skills and Innovation Hub, Michael was involved in grassroots skills development programs, working with underserved communities to promote vocational education as a pathway to meaningful employment.

Key Achievements
• Spearheaded practical training initiatives leading to over 200 youth earning NITA-accredited certifications in welding.
• Designed and implemented a modular welding training program adopted across multiple Vocational training centers in Kenya.
• Recognized for exceptional mentorship and instructional excellence certified by Kenya school of TVET.

Commitment & Values
Michael Ndwiga is deeply committed to inclusive skills development and equitable opportunities for youth. He champions hands-on, community-driven training approaches that prepare young people not only for jobs, but for meaningful, dignified work. His dedication to youth empowerment and sustainable development is evident in every classroom session and training he delivers.