Dr. Gilbert Omedi Maube
Dr. Gilbert Omedi Maube is a Full-Time Lecturer in Geography at Bomet University, an Associate Lecturer at Mount Kenya University, and a Part-Time Lecturer at Lukenya University. He previously served at Gretsa University as Director of Graduate Studies, Research and Publication, Chairman of the Deans Committee, and Acting Registrar of Academic Affairs, as well as holding lecturing positions at Maseno University, Kaimosi Friends University, and the University of Nairobi.
Dr. Omedi's research specializes in population geography, health demography, climate impacts on health, and spatial analytics. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed papers in refereed journals on infant mortality differentials, neonatal health, climate change, and reproductive health policy across East Africa. He actively serves as an editor, peer reviewer for international medical and social science journals, and postgraduate research supervisor.
Academic Degrees & Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geography, Maseno University (2020–2023)
Thesis: Rural-Urban Differentials in Infant Mortality in Kakamega Central Sub-County, Kakamega County, Kenya - Master of Arts in Population Studies, University of Nairobi (2009–2011)
Thesis: A Comparative Study of Infant Mortality: The Case of Kenya and Tanzania - Bachelor of Education (Arts - Geography & Mathematics), First Class Honors, University of Nairobi (2004–2008)
- Certificate in Theology (Explore Programme), George Whitefield Theological College (2022–2024)
Current Research Areas of Interest
- Population Geography & Infant/Neonatal Mortality Differentials
- Extreme Heat Exposure & Climate Change Impacts on Health
- Climatology, Land-Surface Temperature & Environmental Vulnerability
- Maternal Healthcare Access, Antenatal Care & Transport Logistics
- Family Planning, Reproductive Health Behavior, & Academic Demands in Higher Education
Editorial Works
- Karanja, P., Omedi, G., & Mugambi, F. (Eds.). (2025). 8th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference Proceedings. Directorate of Graduate Studies, Research and Publication, Gretsa University. ISBN: 978-9914-27-238-3.
Academic Appointments & Leadership
- Lecturer in Geography, Bomet University (Aug 2026–Present)
- Director of Graduate Studies, Research and Publication, Gretsa University (Jan 2025–Aug 2026)
- Chairman of the Deans Committee, Gretsa University (May 2025–Oct 2025)
- Ag. Registrar - Academic Affairs, Gretsa University (Jan 2026–Feb 2026)
- Part-Time Lecturer, Lukenya University (Jan 2023–Present)
- Associate Lecturer, Mount Kenya University (Apr 2015–Present)
- Lecturer in Geography, Maseno University, Kaimosi Friends University & University of Nairobi (Prior Tenure)