Associate Professor
Prof.Catherine Laura Mamuli
Professional biography
Prof. Catherine Laura Mamuli is an Associate Professor of Human Resource Management and Chair of the Department of Management Studies in the School of Business and Economics at the Open University of Kenya. She has over 20 years of combined experience in academia, university administration, institutional leadership and governance, with expertise in Human Resource Management, strategic leadership, organisational development and digital transformation in higher education.
Her research interests include Strategic Human Resource Management, Sustainable HRM, artificial intelligence in the workplace, leadership and the future of work. Prof. Mamuli has successfully supervised Master's and PhD students, led curriculum development and quality assurance initiatives, and served as a consultant and facilitator for national and international organisations, including World Bank-funded projects, executive leadership programmes and capacity-building initiatives. She is committed to advancing research, innovation and transformative higher education through academic excellence, institutional leadership and community engagement.
Research Interests
Strategic Human Resource Management
Sustainable Human Resource Management
Leadership and Organisational Effectiveness
Organisational Behaviour
Human Capital Development
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work
Employee Well-being and Productivity
Digital Skills and Digital Transformation
Human Resource Analytics
Higher Education Management
Public Sector Management
Organisational Performance
Gender and Workplace Inclusion
Ongoing Research Projects
Artificial Intelligence Adoption and Human Resource Management in Higher Education
Sustainable Human Resource Management Practices and Organisational Performance
Digital Transformation and Workforce Competencies in Universities
Leadership, Employee Well-being and Organisational Productivity
Future of Work and Human Capital Development in Kenya
Academic matrix
Qualifications
PhD in Human Resource Management, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) (2017)
Master of Science in Human Resource Management, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (2011)
Bachelor of Education (Arts), Moi University (2002)
Core specialisations
- Human Resource Management
- Strategic and Sustainable HRM
- Leadership and Organisational Development
- Digital Transformation in Higher Education
- AI and the Future of Work
Selected peer-reviewed publications
Mamuli, L., Butali, D., & Nyongesa, P. (2025). Innovative employee experience design as a purple ocean strategy: A case study of selected Saccos in Kenya. International Journal of Research in Human Resource Management, 7(1), 467–474. https://doi.org/10.33545/26633213.2025.v7.i1e.303
Sang, J. C., Mamuli, L., & Mulinge, D. (2025). Workplace Happiness and Fulfillment: The Interplay of Eudemonic and Hedonic Well-being among University Employees in Kenya. Journal of Economics, Finance and Management Studies, 8(8), 5682–5691. https://doi.org/10.47191/jefms/v8-i8-61
Namayi, C., & Mamuli, C. L. (2025). Beyond Laughter: An Analytical Study of Selected Bukusu Stand-up TikTok Performances. Ngano: The Journal of Eastern African Oral Literature, 3, 69–76.
Lusambili, P. K., Mamuli, L., & Eshiteti, S. (2025). Flexible Work Arrangements and Employee Performance in Public Universities, Kenya. International Journal of Multidisciplinary and Current Research, 175–182. https://doi.org/10.14741/ijmcr/v.13.3.6
Lusambili, P. K., Mamuli, L., & Eshiteti, S. (2025). The effect of communication tools on employee performance in public universities, Kenya. International Journal of Research in Marketing Management and Sales, 7(1), 401–407. https://doi.org/10.33545/26633329.2025.v7.i1e.252
Mamuli, L., Mukabi, F., & Kagucia, C. (2025). Leveraging AI and Automation in HR Practices for Enhanced Employee Performance in Kenyan Organizations. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 15(1).
Mamuli, L., & Kagucia, C. (2024). Unveiling the gig economy: Exploring work arrangements and job performance in Kenyan organizations. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 9(8), 337–343.
Nyoti, E. W., Mitalo, R. A., & Mamuli, L. (2024). The Relationship between Frequency of Performance Appraisals and Employee Productivity: A Case Study of Busia County Government, Kenya. Iconic Research and Engineering Journals, 8(5), 45–52.
Ayesiga, J., Mamuli, L., & Mitalo, R. (2024). The Influence of Educational Diversity on Organizational Performance: A Study of Commercial Banks in Kampala, Uganda. IRE Journals, 8(1).
Wanjala, M., Mamuli, L., & Wafula, R. (2024). Influence of Employee Engagement on Organizational Performance: A Case Study of the County Government of Kakamega, Kenya. IRE Journals, 8(1).
Ekidor, N. C., Mamuli, C. L., & Fwamba, R. S. (2023). Influence of Management by Objectives as a Performance Appraisal Technique on Organizational Performance in the County Government of Turkana, Kenya. IAR Journal of Business Management, 4(4), 45–55.
Elimlim, E. J., Wanyama, K. W., & Mamuli, C. L. (2023). Influence of Employee Leave on Service Delivery in the County Government of Turkana, Kenya. IAR Journal of Business Management, 4(4), 20–31.
Mutali, M. B., Mamuli, L., & Ikoha, A. P. (2023). Automating Customer Relationship Management System as Value Indicator in Service Delivery in Water and Sanitation Companies in Western Kenya. IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM), 25(1), Ser. IV, 30–43.
Erupe, E. J., Mamuli, C. L., & Abuya, J. O. (2023). Effect of Non-Monetary Rewards on Staff Retention in Non-Governmental Organizations in Turkana Central Sub County, Kenya. SRJ Rev Pub Adm & Mng, 3(4), 18–31.
Mamuli, L., & Bunyasi, D. G. (2023). Employee Wellbeing in Organisations in Post Covid-19 in Kenya. International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Social Science, 1(3).
Mamuli, L., & Bunyasi, G. (2022). Employee Wellbeing in Organizations in the Post Covid-19 Era. Paper presented at the KU-WEE Hub 1st International Conference, 6–8 July 2022.
Mamuli, L., & Namayi, C. (2022). Judicial Victim Satisfaction with the Criminal Justice System in Kenya: An Empirical Review. The International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, 10(5). DOI: 10.24940/theijhss/2022/v10/i5/HS2205-015
Odoyo, O. D., Mamuli, L., & Washika, M. (2022). Influence of Stress Management Skills on Employee Performance of Police Service in Kenya. Journal of International Business, Innovation and Strategic Management, 6(1), 181–202. JIBISM
Sikuku, V. W., Olang'o, J. A., & Mamuli, C. L. (2021). Employee Promotion and Employee Satisfaction in Kenya Commercial Banks. The International Journal of Business Management, 9(2). DOI: 10.24940/theijbm/2021/v9/i2/BM2101-018
Wesamba, C. W., Mamuli, L. C., & Eshiteti, S. (2021). Influence of Flexible Work Arrangement on Employee Job Performance of National Government Administrative Officers in Kenya. The International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 10(1).
Kigungu, J. O., Olang'o, J. A., & Mamuli, L. C. (2021). Effect of Knowledge Management on Organizational Performance in County Governments in Kenya. The International Journal of Business and Management, 9(1).
Namasaka, D. B., & Mamuli, C. L. (2020). Electronic Compensation Management (E-CM) and Service Quality: The Interaction Role of Organization Factors. The International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 8(11), 241–260.
Mamuli, C. L., & Namasaka, D. B. (2020). Traditional Circumcision Ceremonies Among the Luhya Community in Bungoma County Amid Covid-19: Who are the Victims? Paper presented at the 3rd Victimology and Victim Support Conference, University of Nairobi, 12–14 October 2020.
Mamuli, C. L., & Nabwire, C. J. (2020). Mitigating Teen Pregnancy Crisis Amid Covid-19 Pandemic in Bungoma County, Kenya. Paper presented at the 3rd Victimology and Victim Support Conference, University of Nairobi, 12–14 October 2020.
Mamuli, C. L. (2020). Emotional Intelligence and Leadership in Higher Education Institutions: An Empirical Approach. The International Journal of Business and Management, 8(7), 118–126. DOI: 10.1024940/theijbm/2020/v8/i7/BM2007-34
Mamuli, C. L. (2020). Human Capital Development and Higher Education. European Business & Management, 6(4), 61–66. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ebm.20200604.11
Lopurucho, E. E., Mamuli, C. L., & Olang'o, J. A. (2019). Physical workplace on academic performance in public primary schools in Turkana County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 6(4), 1201–1209.
Mamuli, C. L., & Butali, D. N. (2019). Challenges of Postgraduate Students in Kenya: What makes them Victims? Paper presented at the 2nd Victimology and Victim Support Conference, University of Nairobi, 22–24 October 2019.
Ekuwom, P. L., Wanyama, K. W., & Mamuli, C. L. (2019). Physical Violence at Workplace on the Service Quality of Employees of the County Government of Turkana County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business and Change Management, 6(3), 419–427.
Mukhebi, N. H., Wanyama, K. W., & Mamuli, C. L. (2019). Downsizing and Performance of Employees in Commercial Banks in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business and Change Management, 6(3), 361–370.
Namasaka, D. B., & Mamuli, C. L. (2018). Effectiveness of Grievance Management Standards in Influencing Employee Work Performance. Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference, Kibabii University, June 2018.
Mamuli, C. L., Namasaka, D. B., Wekesa, G., & Khayinga, M. C. (2017). Influence of Selection Practices on Academic Staff Retention in Universities in Kenya. Paper presented at the Kibabii University 2nd International Conference, 15 June 2017.
Mamuli, C. L., Namasaka, D. B., Khayinga, C. M., & Wekesa, G. (2017). Influence of Workload on Academic Staff Retention in Universities in Kenya. Researchjournali's Journal of Human Resource, 5(3).
Mamuli, C. L., Onyango, M., & Onditi, A. L. (2017). Influence of Recruitment Practices on Academic Staff Retention in Universities in Kenya. Researchjournali's Journal of Human Resource, 5(2).
Mamuli, C. L., Onyango, M., & Onditi, A. L. (2017). Influence of Reward Practices on Academic Staff Retention in Universities in Kenya. Researchjournali's Journal of Human Resource, 5(2).
Wekesa, G., Khayinga, C. M., & Mamuli, C. L. (2016). Effect of Reduction of Work-Life Conflict on Organisational Performance at Commercial Banks in Bungoma County. 1st Annual International Conference, Kibabii University.
Khayinga, C. M., Mamuli, C. L., & Wekesa, G. (2016). The Effect of Human Capital Development in Health Sector on the Labour Markets of Kenya. 1st Annual International Conference, Kibabii University.
Khayinga, M. C., Mamuli, C. L., & Wekesa, G. (2016). Employees' View on Performance Appraisal Process and Its Effect on Work Attitude: The Case of Kenya Seed Company Ltd. International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM), 3(3), 57–62.
Rotich, J. K., Wanyama, K. W., Musiega, D., & Mamuli, L. (2014). Projects' Critical Success Factors: Empirical Study of Non-Governmental Organizations in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development.
Mamuli, L. C., Mutsotso, S. N., & Namasaka, D. B. (2013). The Influence of Communication Channels on Management Practices in Kenyan Public Universities: A Case Study of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 2(1).
Mamuli, L. C., Mutsotso, S. N., Namasaka, D. B., & Odera, J. O. (2013). Communication Constraints Faced by Staff in Kenyan Public Universities. International Review of Management and Business Research, 2(1), 258–264.
Namasaka, D. B., Poipoi, M. W., & Mamuli, L. C. (2013). Effects of Staff Turnover on Employee Performance at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. Greener Journal of Social Sciences, 3(1), 67–74.
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