Magdalane Kikuvi

Completed my recent assigment with title Programme Management Officer-Trade and Customs , International

Nairobi, Kenya

Economist and International Trade professional with 7+ years of experience in Africa and the Pacific seeking a challenging opportunity. Available to relocate within 21 days.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
Professional Experience:

Economist and International trade specialist with 7+ years of experience in multilateral institutions, continental policy research, and programme implementation across Africa and the Pacific. Proven expertise in trade facilitation reforms, customs modernisation, regional economic integration frameworks, and economic governance strengthening.

Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-country programmes, leading policy research across 17+ countries, advising governments and regional economic communities, and supporting implementation of donor-funded initiatives (EU, Sida). Fluent in English and French with experience operating in multicultural, intergovernmental environments.

Education:

I hold a PhD in Governance and Regional Integration from the Pan-African University and the University of Yaoundé II (2024), with a research focus on trade policy, regional economic integration, institutional governance, and cross-border trade facilitation. My doctoral work examined policy frameworks and integration strategies across African regional blocs, generating evidence-based recommendations to strengthen trade performance and development outcomes.

I also hold a Master of Arts in Regional Integration from the Pan African University in partnership with the University of Yaoundé II (2019), where I conducted applied research on the implementation of the East African Community Common Market Protocol, analysing cross-border trade flows, regulatory barriers, and institutional effectiveness.

In addition, I earned a Postgraduate Certificate in International Trade Policy and Trade Law from TRAPCA, in collaboration with Lund University (2022), which strengthened my expertise in WTO frameworks, trade facilitation agreements, and international trade law.

I earned a Bachelor of Economics (First Class Honours) from Kenyatta University (2016), building a strong foundation in macroeconomics, international trade, and quantitative economic analysis.

I complement my academic qualifications with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and executive training in strategic leadership and results-based management, enabling me to bridge rigorous economic analysis with effective programme implementation in international development contexts.

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

5-10 years

Highest Qualification:

Doctorate

Languages:

English, Swahili

Nationality:

Kenya

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