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AUBREY GHAMBI

Lansing,USA

Summary

Policy and data analyst with a background in economics and public policy and experience analyzing African development datasets to inform policy discussions. Currently a Research Assistant with Afrobarometer supporting analytical outputs used by international organizations and development partners. Skilled in quantitative analysis, Excel-based data work, and translating complex findings into clear insights for policymakers.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Afrobarometer – Michigan State University
08.2024 - Current
  • Analyze multi-country datasets across Africa to identify trends in governance, public services, and socio-economic outcomes.
  • Contributed analytical outputs supporting a World Bank quarterly report on environmental policy and poverty.
  • Conducted cross-country analysis of Afrobarometer Round 10 survey data examining youth perspectives on economic issues across 24 African countries.
  • Produce charts, research summaries, and briefing materials used in presentations to international organizations and development stakeholders.
  • Translate statistical findings into clear written reports and policy-focused insights for non-technical audiences.

Youth Programs Evaluation Assistant (Summer Fellow

Allen Neighborhood Center
Lansing, MI
05.2025 - 08.2025

• Assisted in collecting and organizing program data to support evaluation of youth engagement and program effectiveness.
• Conducted observations and interviews with youth participants and program staff to understand program impact.
• Contributed to documentation of program outcomes and lessons learned to support organizational learning and improvement.
• Helped develop materials summarizing evaluation findings for internal stakeholders.

Bookkeeper / Program Finance Support

Young Life Africa – Lilongwe, Malawi
01.2018 - 08.2024
  • Maintained financial records including invoices, payroll documentation, and expense tracking.
  • Supported financial reporting processes and maintained documentation for program oversight.
  • Assisted with basic accounting and record keeping to support transparency in organizational finances.
  • Mentored university students through leadership and personal development programs.
  • Coordinated youth development camps serving over 500 participants annually, supporting logistics and program operations.

Education

Master of Public Policy -

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2026

Bachelor of Economics -

Blantyre International University
Blantyre, Malawi
01-2015

Skills

  • Data Analysis: SPSS, Stata, Excel
  • Policy Analysis: Program evaluation, policy research, data interpretation
  • Communication: Policy briefs, presentations, data visualization
  • Financial Administration: Budget tracking and financial documentation
  • Project Coordination: Stakeholder engagement and program support

Timeline

Youth Programs Evaluation Assistant (Summer Fellow

Allen Neighborhood Center
05.2025 - 08.2025

Research Assistant

Afrobarometer – Michigan State University
08.2024 - Current

Bookkeeper / Program Finance Support

Young Life Africa – Lilongwe, Malawi
01.2018 - 08.2024

Master of Public Policy -

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Economics -

Blantyre International University

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Mandela Washington Fellowship (Public Management Track): 08/2024
Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University – Syracuse, NY

AWARDS

Ira Polley Award for Academic Excellence (2025) – Michigan State University, UMP Awards Malawi – Album of the Year (2018)