Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Awards
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
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Nchimunya Munyama

Nchimunya Munyama

Livingstone

Summary

Award-winning professional with a strong background in sustainable tech innovation and community empowerment. Expert in addressing challenges and enhancing productivity through technology. Proven track record as an innovator and founder, successfully leading projects and teams. Participated in global conferences, won multiple awards, and committed to sustainable solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Manager

Contact Trust Youth Association
Livingstone
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
  • Developed project plans, identified risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion.
  • Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the program initiatives.

Software Quality Assurance Specialist

Bhala
Cambridge
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed, maintained and executed test plans for software quality assurance.
  • Created detailed bug reports with clear steps to reproduce the issue.
  • Conducted functional, performance, integration and regression tests.

CEO & Software Engineer

Netagrow️ Technologies
Lusaka, Zambia
02.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented all-in-one crop growing software, boosting yields by 30%
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.

Media, Data And Communications Manager

Contact Trust Youth Association
Livingstone, Zambia
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive communications strategies to increase public awareness of the organization's mission, services, and events.
  • Created content for various media including press releases, website copy, newsletters, brochures, and email campaigns.
  • Organized promotional activities such as press conferences, interviews with key stakeholders, and special events.

Lead Software Engineer (SHE SOARS PROJECT)

CARE
Eastern Province
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Designed and developed the Care Zambia Thanzi Langa (My Health) mobile application for contraceptive delivery in rural and urban areas
  • Monitored bug reports from users and deployed fixes accordingly.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as QA, Product Management, UX Designers.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards while developing software solutions.

Lead Software Developer

Laria Consultancy and Research Solutions
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Developed software applications to meet customer requirements and business goals.
  • Provided technical leadership in designing, developing, and deploying software solutions.
  • Mentored junior developers on best practices for coding, debugging and testing processes.

Technological Innovation consultant

European Union
Lusaka
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Leveraged technology within the SHIFT program to coach and mentor Zambian smallholder entrepreneurs.
  • Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss project details and timelines.
  • Assisted in developing new methods for data collection and analysis techniques.
  • Developed and implemented customized strategies to meet client needs.

Junior Innovation Associate

BongoHive Technology and Innovation Hub
Lusaka
09.2022 - 02.2023

Developed and implemented innovative strategies to increase efficiency in the workflow process.

  • Conducted market research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges within the industry.
  • Led brainstorming sessions to encourage creative thinking among team members.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance throughout the product development cycle.
  • Assisted in designing processes, systems, and tools that will enable innovation teams to work more efficiently.

Digital Media Specialist

Ubuntu Leaders Academy
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Developed and implemented social media strategies to increase brand awareness and drive website traffic.
  • Created, edited and optimized digital content for use across multiple channels including websites, blogs and social media platforms.
  • Managed online advertising campaigns using Google AdWords and other PPC tools.

Digital Media Manager

Live Radio Limited
Lusaka
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Developed and implemented digital media campaigns to promote products and services.
  • Created, edited, and published content for social media accounts including blogs, videos, and podcasts.
  • Analyzed website traffic trends using Google Analytics to determine effectiveness of marketing strategies.

Agronomist

Green 2000 Ltd
Kfar Vitkin
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Supported turn-key management services, including advice and full design, construction, and equipment for agricultural projects
  • Performed soil testing to measure nutrient levels and pH values.
  • Conducted research on new fertilizers and crop varieties.

Research Assistant

Contact Trust Youth Association
Livingstone
09.2021
  • Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
  • Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.

Education

MBA - Management Information Systems

Unicaf University
Zambia
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of The People
United States Of America
08-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Leadership in Business

Purdue University
United States Of America
06-2022

Bachelor of Science - Forestry

The Copperbelt University
Zambia
11-2019

Associate of Applied Science - Agriculture

Agrostudies
Israel
09-2018

Skills

  • Full-Stack Development (React, PHP Laravel, Python, Django, Flutter, Java)
  • API Development and Integration
  • AI & Machine Learning
  • Database Management (Firebase, MySQL)
  • Data Structures & Algorithms
  • UI/UX Design
  • Interface Design and Implementation
  • Agile Project Management
  • Product Management
  • DevOps & CI/CD Practices
  • Version Control & Collaboration (Git, GitHub, Bitbucket)
  • Quality Assurance

Awards

  • TEDx Speaker
  • Zambian Delegate for Ubuntu United Nations
  • Southern Africa Regional Winner
  • Top 20 Startups Award
  • Founder of the Year

Languages

  • Hebrew, Elementary
  • Nyanja, Professional Working
  • English, Professional Working
  • Tonga, Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Future of Zambia Technology: Recognized as one of the Top 30 Under 30 (January 2023).
    Halcyon Food & Agtech: Honored as one of the Top 10 Agtech Founders in Africa (January 2023).
  • World Food Program Innovation Accelerator: Named among the Top 15 Agtech Founders in Africa (January 2023).
  • Global Startup Awards: Awarded Southern Africa Regional Winner (December 2021).
  • National Innovation Initiative: Received the Top 20 Startups Award (November 2021).
  • Ubuntu United Nations: Served as the Zambian Delegate (September 2021).
  • TED: Featured as a TEDx Speaker (May 2021).
  • Global Startup Awards Southern Africa: Honored as Founder of the Year (January 2021).
  • United Nations: Spoke at the Summit of the Future Action Days 2024 in New York.

Certification

  • ESP8266: IoT Electronics, Programming & Eagle PCB Design
  • IAB Digital Marketing and Media Foundations Certification
  • Accreditation in Public Relations (PR)
  • Certified Wireless Expert
  • Google Project Management Professional Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • Certified Agricultural Irrigation Specialist (CAIS)

Languages

English
First Language
Hebrew
Elementary (A2)
A2
Chitonga
Proficient (C2)
C2
Nyanja
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Program Manager

Contact Trust Youth Association
09.2024 - Current

Media, Data And Communications Manager

Contact Trust Youth Association
01.2024 - 10.2024

Lead Software Engineer (SHE SOARS PROJECT)

CARE
01.2024 - 06.2024

Software Quality Assurance Specialist

Bhala
08.2023 - Current

Lead Software Developer

Laria Consultancy and Research Solutions
04.2023 - 07.2023

Technological Innovation consultant

European Union
04.2023 - 05.2023

Junior Innovation Associate

BongoHive Technology and Innovation Hub
09.2022 - 02.2023

Research Assistant

Contact Trust Youth Association
09.2021

Digital Media Specialist

Ubuntu Leaders Academy
05.2021 - 09.2021

CEO & Software Engineer

Netagrow️ Technologies
02.2021 - Current

Digital Media Manager

Live Radio Limited
01.2021 - 03.2021

Agronomist

Green 2000 Ltd
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • ESP8266: IoT Electronics, Programming & Eagle PCB Design
  • IAB Digital Marketing and Media Foundations Certification
  • Accreditation in Public Relations (PR)
  • Certified Wireless Expert
  • Google Project Management Professional Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • Certified Agricultural Irrigation Specialist (CAIS)

MBA - Management Information Systems

Unicaf University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of The People

Some College (No Degree) - Leadership in Business

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science - Forestry

The Copperbelt University

Associate of Applied Science - Agriculture

Agrostudies
Nchimunya Munyama