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Chifundo Chinkunda

@chifundochinkunda

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Agricultural economist-in-training skilled in data analysis and policy support.

Malawi

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What I'm looking for

I seek an entry-level role in economic research or policy analysis where I can apply data analysis and Excel skills to support evidence-based development planning and grow within a collaborative team.

I am an Agricultural Economics undergraduate at LUANAR with hands-on attachment experience at the Ministry of Finance and the Department of Economic Planning and Development, where I supported policy work and cross‑sector engagement.

During attachments I contributed to the development of Malawi’s Cap and Share policy paper and participated in UNDP BIOFIN workshops, delivering presentations that fostered interagency collaboration on biodiversity financing.

I bring practical skills in data analysis, Microsoft Excel, economic research, report writing, and a collaborative, detail‑oriented approach aimed at advancing evidence‑based policy and development planning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Economist (Attachment Intern)

Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs

Jun 2024 - Jul 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Participated in UNDP BIOFIN workshop on biodiversity financing and delivered presentations to MDAs to promote intersectoral collaboration on biodiversity policy.

Presentation Economic Research Data Analysis Report Writing

Economist (Attachment Intern)

Department of Economic Planning and Development

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 (2 months)

Contributed to development of Malawi’s Cap and Share policy paper and facilitated annual workplan review meetings to assess progress and align priorities.

Policy Analysis Economic Research Data Analysis Microsoft Excel Stakeholder Engagement Report Writing Meeting facilitation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics

2021 -

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics with practical attachments at the Ministry of Finance and the Department of Economic Planning and Development; pending graduation.