Prof. Erick Otieno Nyambedha is a distinguished Kenyan academic, researcher and University Administrator currently serving as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Maseno University. A Professor of Anthropology he has extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. His scholarly work focuses on social protection, public health, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on vulnerable populations, with numerous publications and collaborations with international organizations such as UNICEF, WHO and USAID.