Miriam Nkhungulu
Development And Policy Specialist
Lusaka,Other
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Overview
11
11
Years of professional experience in Development Planning
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Principal Planner
Ministry of Finance and National Planning
Lusaka , Lusaka
06.2020 - Current
- I facilitate planning processes across government institutions, as well as well engaging with cooperating partners, civil society organisations, private sector and other interested groups in national development planning.
- This includes policy, plans, strategy formulation and engagement of various stakeholders.
- The role also involves integrating regional and international emerging development issues such as climate change, disability and social issues for maximum economic actualization and long-term development planning.
- I undertake drafting of various policy documents, speeches and reports as and when required.
- Key documents that I have participated in developing include the Seventh National Development Plan, Zambia’s implementation report of the Istanbul Programme of Action among others.
- I am currently part of the team drafting the Eighth National Development Plan.
- I undertake varying degrees of research and policy analysis.
- Such research feeds into assignments such as the formulation of well-informed development plans and policies.
- I am required to perform policy analysis, knowledge management communication and networking with various stakeholders are a key aspect of undertaking the planning process.
- Research and evaluation are key in the policy development function that we undertake in the Ministry of Finance and National Planning.
- I am responsible for the coordination of various advisory bodies which include the National Development Coordinating Committee, Cluster Advisory Groups and Technical Advisory Groups and ensure consistent engagement with key stakeholders across all sectors, as required, to encourage progress towards attainment of 7NDP targets.
Senior Planner
Ministry
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Of National Development Planning My role involved the coordination of the development planning processes of all provinces, districts and wards in Zambia.
- This included the provision of technical support for planning units in provinces and districts.
- This also involved ensuring relevant government policies were mainstreamed into planning processes and instruments at all sub-national levels.
- The role also involved Undertaking varying degrees of research in various socio-economic issues.
- Such research fed into assignments such as the development of the National Plan.
Planner
Ministry of National Development Planning
06.2015 - 07.2017
- In this role I developed concept papers and conducted research on emerging economic issues that affected the Provinces and Districts, reviewed and analysed regulations, policies and procedures to determine their impact with regards to national plan and provided comments to various policy documents.
Data Entry Operator
Centralised Computer
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Finance Key Responsibilities The CCSD’s mandate includes developing and managing computer systems aimed at facilitating the efficient operations of Treasury functions, budgeting, payroll processes, development planning, monitoring and evaluation and financial management.
- In addition, the CCSD provided technical support to all the functional departments of the Ministry of Finance of Zambia.
- My portfolio during the time I worked with the Ministry of Finance under CCSD included payroll management, help desk support and technical support to system users.
Registry Clerk
Central Statistical Office
03.2010 - 10.2011
- Key Responsibilities Records management - Processes and handle information and documents to maintain access to and security of database and record management systems.
- Keeping records of materials filed or removed, using logbooks and computer databases.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
01.2018 - 01.2019
Focused on understanding the dynamics inherent in the development and implementation of public policies, social policy, policy analysis and governance. The Programme aims address the issues and challenges resulting from emerging issues such as Climate Change and the dynamics of the globalisation. Graduated best student of, This course explained global efforts to scale up finance to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and World Bank Group’s Twin Goals focusing on current actions and future needs for financing development efforts in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
01.2010 - 01.2013
Undertook studies in various aspects of development including social policies affecting Zambia and how these issues could be addressed in the Zambian context.
Diploma - Information Systems and Programming
01.2006 - 01.2007
Undertook training in information systems and programming
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01.2000 - 01.2004
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Seminar on Medium and Long-Term Development Planning for Senior Officials from Developing Countries –
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This training focused on various aspects of development planning including social policies for developing countries. Drawing lessons from the Chinese experience, the course highlighted numerous ways in which economic, social and environmental planning can be undertaken in developing countries.
Project Appraisal and Economic Management –
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This course aimed to give participants an overview of project appraisal and economic management as it relates to government implementation of development projects
Skills
Multitasking Abilities
Collaboration
Excellent Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
MS Office
Accomplishments
- Monitoring and Evaluation – 2015 This course aimed to provide participants with an understanding of concepts and components and skills in planning, monitoring and evaluation as they design and implement M&E plans.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Principal Planner - Ministry of Finance and National Planning
06.2020 - Current
Sun Yat-Sen University - Master of Arts, Public Administration
01.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Planner - Ministry
07.2017 - 05.2020
Planner - Ministry of National Development Planning
06.2015 - 07.2017
Data Entry Operator - Centralised Computer
11.2011 - 05.2015
Registry Clerk - Central Statistical Office
03.2010 - 10.2011
Zambian Open University - Bachelor of Arts, Development Studies
01.2010 - 01.2013
National Institute of Public Administration - Diploma, Information Systems and Programming
01.2006 - 01.2007
Matero Girls Secondary School - ,
01.2000 - 01.2004
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