mwiza

Very capable International Trade Research Analyst
44 years oldConsulting/ResearchCome from Zambia Living in Zambia - 10101
Language: English
Mandarin: a little

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for research and analysis. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my expertise in investment opportunities, regional and International security, and economic landscapes to drive informed decision-making and contribute to organizational success.

Senior Advisor - Strategic Partnerships and Coordination
United States Agency for International Development/Zambia
Jun 2016 - Jan 2024(8 years)

• Conceptualized and designed partnership strategies and objectives in coordination with USAID personnel, the US Embassy, and local civil society officials. • Served as an interlocutor for untapped external partnerships and potential internal cross-cutting partnership opportunities. • Advocated for new programmatic approaches linked to regional programs, priorities, and challenges. • Communicated and coordinated at a strategic level between USAID, implementing partners (IPs), the US Embassy, and other donor organizations. • Assisted in developing regional programming strategies aligned with USAID priorities and USG strategic interests. • Analyzed and briefed USAID staff on current local and regional political developments impacting partnership objectives. • Provided high-level recommendations for partnership performance improvement. • Collaborated with the USAID Private Sector, Local Partnerships, and Government-to-Government (G2G) Advisors to address challenges with external partners.

Investment Analyst | Zambia Development Agency |
Zambia Development Agency
Jan 2005 - Feb 2016(11 years)

• Conducted in-depth research and analysis on investment opportunities, regional security, and economic landscape in the United States and major European countries. • Developed and presented strategic recommendations to clients, based on research findings and market insights of the US and European landscapes. • Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, industry experts, and government agencies in Sothern Africa, Asia, Europe, China and United States. • Stayed up-to-date with relevant Global legal, political, and economic developments. • Conducted in-depth research on global markets, trade policies, and economic trends in the United States and China. • Analyzed data to identify investment opportunities, market entry strategies, and potential risks. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable insights and recommendations. • Monitored geopolitical developments and their impact on international business operations. • Maintained strong relationships with industry experts, government agencies, and international partners in Southern Africa, Europe and the United States.

Research Assistant
Bank of America
Jan 2000 - Nov 2004(5 years)

• Conducted in-depth research on monetary policy adjustment implication on business. • Assisted lead researchers in designing and executing experiments. • Collected and analyzed data using relevant tools or software. • Collaborated with colleagues to interpret findings and draw conclusions. • Contributed to research publications and presentations. • Conducting primary and secondary research • Analyzing data and creating reports • Interpreting research results and making recommendations • Identifying trends and patterns in data • Developing survey questions and conducting surveys • Creating presentations to share research findings

UNIVERSITY OF LUSAKA
, ENTREPRENURSHIP
Jan 2018 - Oct 2019(2 years)

Wealth Creation and Entrepreneurship

UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
, INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Jun 1993 - Jan 1997(4 years)

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND FINANCE

1. Research and Analysis2. Strategic Recommendati3. Relationship Building