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David Agong

@davidagong

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Research economist specializing in impact evaluation, data analysis, and agrifood systems.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek research roles applying impact evaluation and econometric analysis in policy-oriented organizations or academia, with opportunities for publication, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

I am a research economist with extensive experience designing and implementing quantitative and qualitative studies, impact evaluations, and econometric analysis across agriculture and urban development.

As Lead Economic Consultant at CIMMYT, I contribute to adoption and impact assessments of agricultural technologies, design analytical frameworks, manage primary data collection, and support publication of scientific manuscripts.

In academia I lecture, supervise theses, coordinate examinations and research activities, and previously completed a PhD in Economics while holding teaching and research roles.

I have led digital migration of data collection, trained teams on statistical software, mobilized funded proposals, and deliver actionable insights that inform policy, program design, and resource mobilization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Lead Economic Consultant

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International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Contributed to adoption and impact evaluations of improved agricultural technologies across Africa, designed analytical frameworks and managed primary data collection, and supported scientific publications and resource mobilization for agrifood systems projects.

Survey Design Econometrics Data Management Policy Analysis Report Writing

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Lecturer

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Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Instructed and supervised students in economics, coordinated examinations and timetables, designed course materials, and led departmental research coordination and development activities.

Teaching Curriculum Development Thesis Supervision Assessment Design Public Speaking

Economic and Econometric Consultant

Mistra Urban Futures

May 2017 - Dec 2021 (4 years 7 months)

Conducted economic and econometric research, developed models and forecasts, evaluated policy impacts, prepared detailed reports and presentations, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for SIDA/DFID-funded urban poverty projects.

Econometrics Time Series Analysis Economic Models Data Analysis Report Writing Stakeholder Engagement Presentations Presentation

Tutorial Fellow

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Oct 2017 - Nov 2021 (4 years 1 month)

Taught undergraduate economics courses, managed departmental quality procedures and academic trips, and completed PhD studies leading to promotion and confirmation.

Academic Administration Quality Assurance Field trip coordination

Teaching Assistant

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

May 2017 - Nov 2017 (6 months)

Assisted in teaching undergraduate and diploma courses, supported departmental activities, and participated in professional development to improve teaching effectiveness.

Tutorial Support Professional Development Academic Administration

Research and Development Officer

Kisumu Local Interaction Platform

Jan 2015 - Apr 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Led primary data collection and digital migration initiatives, developed participant databases and ethics applications, trained staff on statistical software, and implemented digital M&E that reduced primary data handling costs by 30%.

Survey Management Data Collection M&E Database Management SPSS Stata Training

Research Associate

Kenya School of Monetary Studies

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 (11 months)

Conducted literature reviews and statistical analysis, supervised graduate students on research projects, and developed and published financial economics research.

literature review Statistical Analysis SPSS Data Management Report Writing Presentation