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Chenda Chikuye is a seasoned finance professional with 8+ years of experience in financial management, leadership, and strategic planning. She has worked in various roles, including Finance Manager, Finance and Operations Director, and Head of Operations, overseeing finance, operations, and project management functions for organizations such as Norwegian Church Aid, Development Aid From People To People, FHI 360, and Society for Family Health Zambia. She holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from Herriot Watt University and is a certified accounting professional. Chenda has expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, process improvement, and project management, with a strong background in managing teams and building capacity in resource-constrained environments. She is based in Lusaka, Zambia, and has experience working with international organizations and donors.

Experience

    • Head of Operations
      • Nov 2023 - Present
      • Zambia

    • Finance and Operations Director - DAPP ZAMFAM
      • Jan 2020 - Nov 2023
      • Kabwe, Central, Zambia

      Oversee the Finance and Operations function of the ZAMFAM Project which is a USD24Million USAID Funded project , the position has oversight of all finance and operations department which comprises IT , HR, Finance , Administration, Procurement and Fleet. I ensure the function operate effectively through efficient management and application of resources and continuous review and strenghthening of internal controls resulting the organization meeting its various objectives, including managing and building capacity and strengthening sub grants.

  • FHI 360
    • Lusaka, Zambia
    • Director Finance and Administration - Challenge TB Project
      • Mar 2018 - Oct 2019
      • Lusaka, Zambia

      Overseeing all financial and administration aspects of the project to ensure that the project and overall organizational objectives are met, in charge of HR,Procurement,Finance, Logistics and it sections of the project.

    • Finance Manager
      • Nov 2015 - Feb 2018
      • Zambia

      Supported the Director Finance in ensuring operational efficeincy and effectiveness of the Finance Department, i oversaw 5 HQ accountants and 6 Regianal accountants . i was in charge of Donor reporting for GATES foundation,UNITAID,USAID ,DOD and key personnel on the USD25Million SARAI Project , my role included budget preparation , monitoring and control , Funds requests and all treasury functions , ensure Month end close out reports are submitted accurately and timely, Liased with internal and external clients and stakeholders such as the Banks, Donors and External Auditors.

Education

  • 2015 - 2018
    Herriot Watt University
    Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
  • 2012 - 2015
    Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies
    Association of Chartered Certified Accountant - ACCA, Accounting and Finance
  • 2001 - 2001
    Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies
    Certified Accounting Technician, Accounting and Finance

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