Victoria Nambinga
Windhoek
Summary
Economist with more than 12 years of experience in macroeconomic analysis, economic research and policy advisory within government institutions. Extensive experience conducting economic analysis, preparing policy reports and supporting national development planning processes. Proven ability to translate complex economic data into evidence-based policy recommendations for senior government decision-makers. Professional experience includes macroeconomic modelling, external sector analysis, fiscal and sector policy research, and regional economic cooperation. Strong quantitative background with experience in econometric analysis using STATA, SPSS, EViews and Excel. Experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating stakeholders across government institutions and regional policy platforms.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Economist – Conformity and Compliance to Treaties and Conventions
Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy
Windhoek
07.2023 - Current
- Conduct economic analysis and policy research related to Namibia’s commitments under regional and international treaties and conventions.
- Provide technical advice on economic and trade policy issues affecting Namibia’s participation in regional and global economic systems.
- Analyse economic data and policy trends to support evidence-based decision making within the Directorate of Commerce.
- Contribute to policy formulation and implementation related to Namibia’s international trade obligations.
- Draft policy inputs and technical documentation supporting the harmonisation of technical regulations in regional and international trade.
- Supervise economic analysis activities within the Directorate and provide guidance to junior staff.
- Contribute to the development of the Directorate’s annual work plans and budget planning.
Acting Chief National Development Advisor – Macroeconomic Modelling and Analysis
National Planning Commission
Windhoek
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Led macroeconomic modelling and economic analysis to support national development planning and policy formulation.
- Conducted analysis of macroeconomic trends, external sector developments and regional economic integration.
- Supervised economic research supporting evidence-based policymaking.
- Provided policy advice to senior government officials on socio-economic development and economic reform priorities.
- Contributed to preparation of economic policy reports and national development planning documents.
National Development Advisor – International Relations and External Sector
National Planning Commission
Windhoek
04.2013 - 06.2022
- Conducted economic analysis on regional and international economic developments affecting Namibia’s economy.
- Participated in regional economic platforms including SACU and SADC negotiations, providing economic policy analysis.
- Analysed balance of payments data and international investment position indicators to assess macroeconomic stability.
- Conducted economic research and prepared policy reports on sector performance and economic development trends.
- Provided advisory support to government on external sector developments and international economic policy issues.
Lecturer – Economics
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Windhoek
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Delivered lectures in Principles of Economics, Intermediate Microeconomics and the Economy of Namibia and SACU.
- Designed course materials and assessment tools for undergraduate students.
- Provided academic supervision and mentoring to students.
Education
Master of Arts - Regional Integration, International trade policy, Quantitative tools for trade analysis, Economic research methodology
University of Mauritius
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Econometrics, Macroeconomics, International finance, International trade, Business statistics
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Skills
- Macroeconomic and fiscal policy analysis
- Public sector policy advisory
- Economic research and development planning
- Econometric modelling and statistical analysis
- External sector and balance of payments analysis
- Regional economic integration and trade policy
- Evidence-based policy formulation
- Economic data analysis and forecasting
- STATA
- SPSS
- EViews
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis
- Policy analysis
Certification
- Certificate in Financial Risk Management, University of Namibia
- MBA Core Certificate, University of Stellenbosch
Languages
English, Fluent
Training
- African Programme on Rethinking Development Economics (APORDE)
- Global Value Chain and Green Trade
- Trade Policy and Competitiveness Analysis
- Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Analysis
- Macroeconomic Modelling using EViews
- Sovereign Liabilities Risk Analysis and Debt Strategy Formulation
- African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Training
Selected Policy Research
- Budget Efficiency Analysis: Education Sector
- Balance of Payments Sustainability Policy Brief
- Impact of the Mining Sector on the Namibian Economy
- Manufacturing Sector Competitiveness Study
- Youth Unemployment in Namibia Policy Brief
- Co-author of Namibia’s Annual Economic Development Report (multiple years)
Professional Memberships And Committees
- Member – SADC National Committee
- Member – SACU Technical Task Team on Trade Matters
- Member – WTO Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee
- Member – National Macroeconomic Working Group
- Member – Presidential High-Level Panel on the Namibian Economy
- Member – National Authority Technical Committee (Chemical Weapons Convention)
Timeline
Chief Economist – Conformity and Compliance to Treaties and Conventions
Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy
07.2023 - Current
Acting Chief National Development Advisor – Macroeconomic Modelling and Analysis
National Planning Commission
07.2022 - 06.2023
National Development Advisor – International Relations and External Sector
National Planning Commission
04.2013 - 06.2022
Lecturer – Economics
Namibia University of Science and Technology
07.2012 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - Regional Integration, International trade policy, Quantitative tools for trade analysis, Economic research methodology
University of Mauritius
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Econometrics, Macroeconomics, International finance, International trade, Business statistics
Namibia University of Science and Technology