Miiro N. Brenda +256-***-***-***
P. O Box **** Konge. Makindye Kampala, Uganda ***********@*****.*** Career Objectives
I am a passionate, highly motivated, and goal-orientated Economist seeking to develop skills and research expertise in economic translation. I have experience in policy planning, qualitative and quantitative research, investment analysis, financial modeling, business strategy development and vast knowledge with practical experience in financial inclusion.
I am searching for a role focusing on research and analysis of economic trends, formulation of policies and social development as tools for economic development, and to further extend my career path. I purpose to help grow an enterprise into a life size brand as well as create a sustainable continuity plan which will carry a legacy in the organization. I am a good crisis manager who pays attention to detail and sees challenges as a source of learning and growth in experience.
Formal Education and Training
Makerere University Business School Kampala, Uganda Master of Arts in Economic Policy Management Aug. 2015 – Jan. 2019 Makerere University Business School Kampala, Uganda Bachelor of Business Statistics Aug. 2011 – Jan 2015 Greenhill Academy Kampala, Uganda
U.A.C. E Jan. 2009 – Dec. 2010
Makerere College School Kampala, Uganda
U.C.E Jan. 2006 – Nov. 2008
Skills and Knowledge
• Report generation
• Analysis of data using STATA, Excel
• Economic policy review, planning and evaluation
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Research.
• Policy Analysis
• Stakeholder engagement and management.
• Extensive knowledge of economic theory and intuition. Employment Profile
Data Editor & Analyst Mar. 2019 – Apr. ‘20
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (Directorate of Population and Social Statistics) Supervisor: Ms. Nassuna Elizabeth
Duty focus: To control the quality of data collected by reviewing and adjusting of collected survey data.
• Ensured completeness of data collected by checking if the routine instructions were followed during the data collection process.
• Coding of questionnaires to specify the willingness of respondents to participate in the survey.
• Ensured consistence and quality control of the data collection process through monitoring coverage and providing technical support to the data collectors. Miiro N. Brenda. Page 2
• Developed and applied efficient and flexible code to undertake basic statistical analysis e.g. Data profiling, correlation, and covariance analysis, etc
• Support the production of quality reports by developing reporting processes and identify the areas where value can be added.
• Interpreted and analyzed large and varied amounts of complex data mostly collected by the data collection team to provide the accessible, meaningful, and understandable information for a broad spectrum of users particularly government.
Interviewer July. 2019 – Aug. 2019
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (Directorate of Population and Social Statistics) Supervisor: Ms. Nassuna Elizabeth
• Administered the respective questionnaire to all selected institutions by interviewing heads of education institutions and collecting the required information.
• Ensured that all questionnaires are filled accurately.
• Edited and cross-checking errors in the collected data.
• Prepared field reports and checked errors in the data collected.
• Ensured confidentiality of the data collected.
• Submitted duly completed questionnaires to the field supervisor.
• Any other duties assigned from time to time by the field supervisor in relation to work.
• Ensured a staff appraisal performance report is submitted to human resource. Financial Analyst Sept. 2018 – Feb. 2019
Asset Reconstruction Company (ARC). Kampala, Uganda Supervisor: Mr. Felix Okoboi
Duty focus: Assisted in the development of the financial planning and analysis function.
• Took a primary role in developing financial models and relevant analytics for various portfolios and increasing productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.
• Provided tailored ad hoc financial analysis and advice to support the business as it strives to improve its processes and manage its costs.
• Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting.
• Supported the business development team in mapping which Non-performing loans were viable and salvageable.
• Assisted in tracking the progress of different investments and projects, comparing actual benefits to those forecasted within business cases.
Financial Inclusion Banking Officer- Sept. 2015 – Sept. 2018 DFCU Bank. Kampala, Uganda
• Accepted payments (cheque, cash, e-payments) and withdraws as presented by the customer and check that all transactions are processed with all the relevant required documentation and in line with banking transaction guidelines and policies.
• Processed bank account opening requests as submitted by customers confirming that all compliant aspects (identification, deposits etc.) are provided and accurate on submission to the supervisor for authorization.
• Handled the distribution of ATM cards as documented in the policy guidelines and confirm that all relevant documentation is provided and that ATM cards are disbursed to the correct person. In addition, supporting the customer in setting up their private identification number for use. Miiro N. Brenda. Page 3
• Worked as part of the back office team that confirmed cheque transfers outward clearing cheque, Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS), Telegraphic transfers, salary payments and forex transactions processes are accurately processed to avoid errors and mitigate against fraud and or anomalies
• Calling of days’ work – review of colleagues’ work to ensure that there is accurate reconciliation. References
Ms. Nassuna Elizabeth
Senior Statistician,
Uganda Bureau of Statistics
P.O.BOX 7186
Kampala- Uganda.
Tel. 077*-***-***
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Dr. Kayondo Douglas
Senior Principal Medical Doctor, Ministry of Health, P.O.BOX 7272,
Kampala- Uganda.
Tel. 070*-******
*********@*****.***
Mrs. Sekyewa Hawa
Regional Manager, DFCU Bank
P.O.BOX 70
Kampala- Uganda
Tel. 077*-***-***
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