Christine Nabuyanda

• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Assist with da-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Monitoring monthly project expenditure through maintaining project journal.
• Reviewing and reconciling monthly financial expenditure for submission to Headquarters finance department.
• Assist in monthly budget preparation.
• Performing timely cashbox control and cash counts on request by Headquarters Financial Department.
• Contribute to budget performance review and reallocation exercise.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Events planning and Logistics.
• Manage and monitor the Local Subsidies (Grants) disbursement, database and accountability.
• Sort and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Responsible for asset management.
• Oversee procurement of equipment and maintenance of inventory.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Responsible for recruiting and orienting interns and research assistants.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Manage multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Performed quality control on midterm evaluation survey on public service delivery at household level in urban, peri-urban and rural setting on behalf of th Zambian Ministry of Local Government.
• Reviewed baseline report prepared by engaged CSO Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR), identified incoherencies and generated new baseline figures.
• Drafted consultant’s Terms of References and contracts.
• Responsible for the quality control of deliverables of contracted consultants (KfW) - CSPR and (D4D) – STE.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Responsible for monitoring research field works conducted in Lusaka and Southern province of about200 households.
• Edited all works done by consultants (reviewed and edited all proposals before submission to BMZ (Germany Federal Ministry for Cooperation and Development).
• Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
• Identified highlighted issues with the baseline study, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems by revising baseline figures.
• Contributed to the re-designing of the questionnaire and produced the final Edition.
• Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement new research procedures.
• Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to the data collection tool and procedures.
• Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Participated in generating reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Coordinated the work and logistics of the consultants and research assistants.
• Supported the management of local subsidies (Grants) given to local authorities.
• Attended National Workshops with and on behalf of the Project Coordinator.
• Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with several stakeholders.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Reviewed and edited the final report.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Accompanied project coordinator and contracted contractor GAUFF Engineering to inspect the infrastructure constructions in selected local authorities.

• Successfully conducted a quantitative and qualitative midterm survey for Action area D (Vertical Accountability) to assess the impact of the D4D programme on the change in satisfaction of the coordination processes among the different administrative (National, Provincial and District) levels of the local government. (National level – Local Government Service Commission, Ministry of Local Government -Department of Local Government Administration and the Decentralisation Secretariat. Provincial Level – All the 10 Provincial Local Government Officers. District Level – All the principal Officers and selected chief officers.
• Exceptional knowledge of online research tool SurveyMonkey.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data
• Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
• Successfully conducted satisfaction survey for Action Area C (public service delivery) on co-steering and management between Councillors and Council Staff among the Councils in Southern and North Western provinces, and another survey on the satisfaction of service delivery on sanitation and water supply in Southern and North Western provinces.
• Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
• Collected, cleaned and analyzed data for each survey.
• Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.
• Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports for all three surveys.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Gained practical monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Applied and continuously gained critical and analytical thinking skills.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution were necessary.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Assisted with database management regarding personnel transfers made by Local Government Service Commission.
• Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
• Developed and maintained relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Attended Workshops with D4D’s multiple stakeholders.

• Worked closely with the United Nations Volunteers (UNVs) in inspecting the progress of the implemented ‘simple technique’ agriculture projects (simple green houses, simple irrigation systems and soil sampling and testing)
• Assisted team leader with drafting of presentations and fact sheets;
• Attended field day workshops organised by the camp officers as they updated on projects conducted in their regions;
• Participated in the collection of soil samples to be taken to the lab for testing
• Managed the database of rural projects.
• Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
• Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
• Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
• Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders.
• Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
• Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
• Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
• Frequently inspected agricultural production area to verify proper equipment operation.

• Arranged logistics for the fieldwork and collected data on behalf of the Ministry under the Harvest Plus – orange maize project.
• Assisted people in filling out surveys with complete and accurate information.
• Conducted face-to-face interviews with small-scale farmers of their reviews on the different orange maize variety as southern province was used as a pilot study area.
• Reviewed questionnaire submissions for accuracy and completeness at end of each day, flagging incomplete or problematic surveys for further review.
• Double checked information on survey forms.
• Dispensed assignments to enumerator team and submitted completed work to supervisors.
• Planned efficient visitation routes by studying maps of assigned areas, reaching more than 30 farmers per day.
• Oversaw 4-member team of c enumerators, providing strategy training and guidance to successfully obtain interviews and adhere to procedures.
• Supervised other data collectors on behalf of the Senior Agriculture Officer (SAO).
• Devised and implemented effective interviewing techniques and strategies to identify best candidates for each position.

Assessing the Challenges of the Local Government Revenue Collection System in Zambia: Case Study: Lusaka City Council

Degree Thesis: The Utility of the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP) in promoting food Security in Zambia. Case Study: Choma Central Agriculture Camp.