Peter Manda

Software Engineer, Systems Analyst & Data Analyst at Ministry of Agriculture – Capital Hill, Lilongwe

Designed and developed data-driven applications to support national agricultural projects. Led data analysis using Python and SQL to track input distributions, beneficiary trends, and system performance. Created Power BI dashboards and Excel-based reports for monitoring KPIs and enhancing data-driven decisions. Conducted system and data audits, identifying inconsistencies and improving data quality across large datasets. Supported the Affordable Input Program (AIP) with data harmonization, integration, and visualization. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights. Provided ICT technical support, including database configuration, software maintenance, and cybersecurity compliance.

Information Technology Manager (Consultancy) at Fintax International – City Centre, Lilongwe

Oversaw day-to-day operations of the IT department, ensuring high system availability. Led IT service delivery, troubleshooting, and issue resolution. Managed system provisioning, infrastructure, and user access across critical platforms. Supervised End-of-Day operations and coordinated routine system backups. Led and supported IT projects, change control processes, and user acceptance testing. Maintained and updated departmental IT policies in alignment with regulatory standards. Managed procurement and lifecycle of IT assets, ensuring cost-effective resource utilization. Coordinated disaster recovery strategies and business continuity plans. Bridged gaps between IT services and strategic business goals, ensuring IT asset management compliance and documentation.

Software Engineer, Systems Analyst & Data Analyst at Ministry of Agriculture

Designed and developed data-driven applications; led data analysis using Python and SQL to track input distributions, beneficiary trends, and system performance; created Power BI dashboards and Excel-based reports for monitoring KPIs; conducted system and data audits to improve data quality across large datasets; supported the Affordable Input Program (AIP) with data harmonization, integration, and visualization; collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights; provided IT support including database configuration, software maintenance, and cybersecurity compliance.

Information Technology Manager (Consultancy) at Fintax International

Oversaw IT operations ensuring high system availability; provided leadership in IT service delivery, troubleshooting, and issue resolution; managed system provisioning, infrastructure, and user access across critical platforms; supervised End-of-Day operations and routine system backups; led IT projects, change control processes, and user acceptance testing; maintained IT policies in alignment with regulatory standards; managed procurement and lifecycle of IT assets; coordinated disaster recovery strategies and business continuity plans; bridged gaps between IT services and business goals; ensured IT asset management compliance.

Data Collection Officer at National Statistics Office (NSO)

Conducted mobile-based data collection and ensured field data accuracy for national surveys.

IT Support & Data Entry Officer at Chipiku Stores

Managed stock records and sales reconciliations using Tally ERP 9; provided IT and admin support at head office.

Software Engineer, Systems Analyst & Data Analyst at Ministry of Agriculture

Designed and developed data-driven applications to support national agricultural projects; led data analysis using Python and SQL to track input distributions, beneficiary trends, and system performance; created Power BI dashboards and Excel-based reports for monitoring KPIs; conducted system and data audits to improve data quality across large datasets; supported Affordable Input Program (AIP) data harmonization, integration, and visualization; collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights; provided ICT technical support including database configuration, software maintenance, and cybersecurity compliance.

Information Technology Manager (Consultancy) at Fintax International

Oversaw day-to-day IT operations; provided leadership in IT service delivery, troubleshooting, and issue resolution; managed system provisioning, infrastructure, and user access; supervised end-of-day operations and routine system backups; led IT projects, change control, and user acceptance testing; maintained IT policies and regulatory compliance; managed procurement and lifecycle of IT assets; coordinated disaster recovery and business continuity plans; bridged gaps between IT services and strategic business goals.