MUKWALIKULI MUNDIA
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY
Summary
A team player with sixteen (16) years’ work experience in providing training, facilitation, research and consultancy in various assignments of smallholder business development, training in entrepreneurship development, agribusiness (e.g. Value addition in the value chain), group dynamics, resource mobilization, and market linkages of smallholder and medium entrepreneurs, with interventions aimed at the development of small and medium entrepreneurs for Livelihood improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Capacity Building Senior Expert for Sustainable Community-Based Enterprise Development (SEED Project)
European Union
07.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Project Coordinator for Women and Youth Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (WYTEP)
Kwame Nkrumah University
01.2024 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
Country Coordinator for Students Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion Project (STEP)
UNESCO-JERMAY
01.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior team members in their professional development through regular feedback sessions and targeted support activities, contributing to a more skilled workforce over time.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, leading to increased collaboration and support for projects.
- Collaborated closely with international teams to share best practices and learnings from country-specific experiences, fostering continuous improvement in global operations.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels between country partners and headquarters.
- Developed strategic plans for country-level operations, resulting in better resource allocation and improved program outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines by developing robust internal policies and monitoring systems.
- Served as the primary point of contact for all in-country activities, maintaining open lines of communication between headquarters and field staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Promoted a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration within the country team, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
- Streamlined reporting processes to enhance data quality while reducing time spent on administrative tasks.
- Championed gender equality initiatives within the organization''s programming portfolio by incorporating responsive approaches into project design and execution.
- Coordinated the implementation of various projects across multiple sectors, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets.
- Conducted regular reviews of project progress, adjusting strategies as needed to optimize results and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Advocated for the needs and priorities of the country office at regional and global meetings, securing vital resources for ongoing work and elevating our organization''s profile in strategic fora.
- Led crisis management efforts during times of uncertainty or conflict, minimizing disruptions to ongoing work while prioritizing safety for staff members.
- Managed donor relations effectively, securing additional funding for ongoing initiatives and new projects.
Lecturer
Ministry of Higher Education
01.2018 - Current
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
Project Implementation Team Lead
Cashew Infrastructure Development Project (CIDP)
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within tight deadlines.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, driving process enhancements that boosted overall efficiency levels.
- Established clear performance metrics for team members, resulting in increased accountability and motivation.
- Ensured successful project completion by maintaining strong relationships with clients and vendors alike.
- Improved communication channels between departments, enabling smoother project execution.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that accelerated professional growth.
- Optimized project budgets by closely monitoring expenses and adjusting resources as needed.
- Leveraged industry best practices to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges faced during implementation stages.
- Managed risks proactively by identifying potential issues early and developing contingency plans.
- Conducted thorough research on current trends and technologies to ensure optimal solutions were incorporated into each project implementation plan.
- Coordinated regular meetings with internal teams and external partners to align expectations at all stages of project delivery.
- Drove significant improvements in client satisfaction rates through proactive management of scope changes, budget adjustments, and timeline updates.
District Cooperative Enterprise Development Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Trade, and Industry
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Worked with Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry as a District cooperative enterprise development officer in Lukulu district of western province, my core duties included; market linkages of cooperative enterprises to small and medium entrepreneurs (SMEs), cooperative enterprise education and training; to mobilize, educate and train cooperative members in enterprise development and agribusiness (mostly on value addition in the value chain), group dynamics, resource mobilization, group conflict resolution, and formation of savings and credit cooperatives
- Co-operative arbitration, which involved mobilizing and resolve conflicts within members in enterprising co-operative societies
- Co-operative inspection and Audit, which included carrying out co-operative inspection on operations of enterprising co-operatives in the district and audit the books of accounts monthly
- My duties also included Co-operative market linkages, which included sensitization and linking of co-operatives engaged in entrepreneurial activities to available markets in the district and outside and linking and connecting enterprising cooperatives to available credit facilities in the district and outside
- Enhanced client engagement by developing tailored enterprise solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities.
- Strengthened business relationships with strategic partnerships.
- Facilitated enterprise development strategies to expand market reach.
- Improved project outcomes by implementing effective resource allocation.
- Increased enterprise efficiency with process optimization initiatives.
- Identified potential markets to drive new business development.
- Developed comprehensive business plans for sustainable growth.
- Boosted revenue streams by launching innovative products and services.
- Conducted market research to analyze industry trends and competitor activities.
- Improved client satisfaction, establishing trust with regular updates and feedback.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to align development goals with business objectives.
- Generated leads through targeted marketing campaigns and networking events.
- Drove enterprise success by executing strategic business development plans.
- Enhanced brand reputation with high-quality service delivery.
Project Implementer
Smallholder Agribusiness Promotion Programme (SAPP)
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Smallholder Agribusiness Promotion Program (SAPP), was a public- private partnership aiming at reducing rural poverty among smallholder farmer households through the creation of market linkages of agricultural cooperatives
- The smallholder farmers were trained in capacity building, mainly in business plan development and the dynamics of group governance in cooperatives
- The project was funded by IFAD, and my role was mainly to train agricultural cooperatives in business proposals writing, business development, market linkages and access to affordable finances
- I also produced a report on business status core of cooperatives at district level
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
- Reduced software implementation timeframes by identifying opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased client satisfaction.
- Assisted in the development of internal training materials for new hires, ensuring a strong knowledge base within the organization.
- Spearheaded efforts to continuously improve internal methodologies for software implementations, resulting in greater consistency across projects.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities related to the field of software implementation, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality product releases and upgrades.
- Enhanced user experience for clients through the creation of customized software solutions tailored to their specific needs.
- Optimized system performance by conducting thorough testing and troubleshooting during the implementation phase.
- Earned recognition as a subject matter expert within the organization, frequently consulted on complex technical issues related to software implementation projects.
- Supported clients during change management processes, ensuring a smooth transition to new software systems.
- Streamlined software implementation processes by developing and executing comprehensive project plans.
- Proactively identified potential roadblocks in the implementation process, developing contingency plans to minimize delays or disruptions.
Project Implementer
Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR)
01.2012 - 01.2015
- I was the implementer of the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR), which was funded by the Strategic Climate Fund (SCF)
- The project was designed to demonstrate ways that developing countries can make climate risk and resilience part of their core development planning
- It targeted smallholder farmers through agriculture cooperatives for enhancement of adaptive strategies and resilience and mitigation for improved food security and income levels among smallholder farmers in the rural communities in Zambia
District Marketing and Development Officer
Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Under the period under review, I acted as a District Marketing and Development Officer; my core duties were to disseminate market data on commodity prices to the public and create market linkages for the smallholder farmers through the creation of bulking centers
- I received farming inputs (under FISP), allocated and distributed it to the small-scale farmers in the camps within the district in form of agriculture cooperatives
- I also prepared cost sheets for transporters and facilitated their payments
- I conducted marketing trainings and linked small and medium entrepreneurs to available markets and sources of finances at district level
Entrepreneurship/Agribusiness Field Facilitator
Keeper Zambia Foundation (KZF)
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Guided teams through workshops and discussions to promote idea exchange and collaboration.
- Enhanced team dynamics by fostering open communication and active participation.
- Facilitated meetings to drive clarity and understanding of project goals.
- Improved group productivity with structured meeting agendas and time management.
- Led brainstorming sessions for generating innovative solutions to challenges.
- Implemented effective communication strategies for resolving team conflicts.
- Coordinated activities to build a cohesive and motivated team environment.
- Encouraged active participation and engagement in all team meetings.
- Developed training materials to support team learning and development.
- Managed group interactions to ensure inclusive and respectful dialogue.
- Strengthened team cohesion by organizing team-building activities.
- Promoted knowledge sharing with collaborative tools and techniques.
- Streamlined team processes for achieving project milestones efficiently.
- Supported change management initiatives to facilitate smooth transitions.
- Enhanced decision-making processes by ensuring all voices were heard.
Entrepreneurship/Agribusiness Field Trainer
Support to Agriculture Diversification and Food Security (SADFS)
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of field staff.
- Improved training effectiveness by developing comprehensive learning materials.
- Conducted field assessments to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Enhanced team performance through on-site coaching and feedback.
- Developed training plans to support operational goals and objectives.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars for continuous professional development.
- Improved employee engagement by implementing interactive training methods.
- Delivered targeted training programs to meet specific organizational needs.
- Assessed training outcomes to identify areas for improvement.
- Increased productivity with effective training strategies and tools.
- Designed custom training modules to address unique field challenges.
- Supported operational success by aligning training with organizational goals.
- Enhanced learning experiences, utilizing innovative training technologies.
- Trained new hires to ensure seamless integration into field operations.
- Improved knowledge retention by employing diverse teaching methodologies.
- Developed evaluation tools to measure training impact and effectiveness.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Entrepreneurship
The University of Zambia
Lusaka 01.2023
Master of Science - Agribusiness
Mulungushi University
Kabwe01.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Mulungushi University
Kabwe01.2014
Diploma - Agribusiness Management
Cooperative College
Lusaka 01.2008
Certificate - Cooperative Development and Agribusiness Management
Cooperative College
Lusaka 01.2006
GCE 'O' Level -
Sefula Secondary School
Mongu01.2003
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
Certification
- Climate Change and Sustainability - University of Michigan
- Project Monitoring and Evaluation - University of Zambia
- Research Consultancy Models - University of Zambia
References
- Francis, Simui, Professor, simuifrancis@gmail.com, 0978882952, The University of Zambia, Deputy Director –School of Distance Education
- Mufalali, Mwiya Simasiku, Mr., mufalalisimasiku@yahoo.com, 0979571349, Kwame Nkrumah University, Dean- School of Business Studies
- Reagan, Ntalasha, Mr., reaganntalasha@yahoo.com, 0977834414, Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises, Cooperative and Enterprise Development Officer, Muchinga Province
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, poultry farming and gardening
Awards
Awarded a certificate in2023 as the best performing department in the school of Business Studies at Kwame Nkrumah University as the Head of Department., Awarded a certificate in2022 as the best performing lecturer of year in the school of business studies at Kwame Nkrumah University., Awarded a certificate in2015 for the most dedicated employee in the Ministry of Commerce, Trade, and Industry at the District level.
Publications
- Cooperatives and Livelihood Improvement: Understanding the Contribution of Enterprising Agriculture Cooperatives in Rural Communities of Kabwe District, Zambia. (2023) “Mukwalikuli Mundia”
- Exploration of Agriculture Cooperative enterprising performance in Kabwe District, Zambia (2022), Mukwalikuli Mundia
- A peep into the History and Experiences of the Cooperative Movement in Zambia (2021), Mukwalikuli Mundia.
- Social-Economic Factors Affecting Rice Production among Smallholder Farmers in Lukulu District, Western Zambia” (2019), Mukwalikuli Mundia.
- Determinants of technical efficiency of smallholder rice farming in Lukulu District, Zambia: Using stochastic frontier approach” (2018), Mukwalikuli Mundia.
- Students’ Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Information Services: A Case Study of “A” University in Kabwe District Zambia. (2023), Mukwalikuli Mundia.
Training
- Trained as a trainer in business incubation, business development, financial management, and book keeping. The project is funded by UNESCO called STEP targeting students who are supposed to be transformed into entrepreneurs. The main aim of the project is to reduce unemployment levels among the youths in Southern Africa. The workshop was held in South Africa, Limpopo University from10th to15th July,2023.
- Trained in Cooperative Business Development (Business Plan Development, the importance of value addition and processing, and rural industrialization in Entrepreneurship) this was facilitated by CIDP provincial coordination team. The workshop was held on7th June2022.
- Trained in Market Systems Development in Agribusiness (generally, the training was about creating initiatives that would promote the inclusion of the marginalized rural smallholder farmers by input/ service provider companies as a way of creating value for them in the value chain and ultimately their sustainability..e.g., through the creation of inclusive market model, review of government policies and regulations). The training which was facilitated by SAPP in March2019.
- Trained in agribusiness development (the need for value addition through processing in the value chain), a workshop which was held in Livingstone on15th September2021. The workshop was funded by UNDP.
Timeline
Capacity Building Senior Expert for Sustainable Community-Based Enterprise Development (SEED Project)
European Union
07.2024 - Current
Project Coordinator for Women and Youth Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (WYTEP)
Kwame Nkrumah University
01.2024 - Current
Country Coordinator for Students Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion Project (STEP)
UNESCO-JERMAY
01.2023 - Current
Lecturer
Ministry of Higher Education
01.2018 - Current
Project Implementation Team Lead
Cashew Infrastructure Development Project (CIDP)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Project Implementer
Smallholder Agribusiness Promotion Programme (SAPP)
01.2012 - 01.2015
Project Implementer
Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR)
01.2012 - 01.2015
District Marketing and Development Officer
Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives
01.2012 - 01.2015
Entrepreneurship/Agribusiness Field Facilitator
Keeper Zambia Foundation (KZF)
01.2010 - 01.2012
District Cooperative Enterprise Development Officer
Ministry of Commerce, Trade, and Industry
01.2008 - 01.2018
Entrepreneurship/Agribusiness Field Trainer
Support to Agriculture Diversification and Food Security (SADFS)
01.2008 - 01.2012
Doctor of Philosophy - Entrepreneurship
The University of Zambia
Master of Science - Agribusiness
Mulungushi University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Mulungushi University
Diploma - Agribusiness Management
Cooperative College
Certificate - Cooperative Development and Agribusiness Management
Cooperative College
GCE 'O' Level -
Sefula Secondary School
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