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Nvula Camacho

Economist

Summary

Accomplished Senior Economist with extensive experience at the Directorate of Public Investment, Angola. Expert in international economics and policy analysis, successfully managed over $8.79 billion in public project financing. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and drive strategic investment decisions, ensuring alignment with national development priorities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Economist

Directorate of Public Investment (DIP), Ministry of Planning and the Economy – Angola
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Analyze and evaluate public project proposals for technical, financial, and socio-economic viability.
  • Prepare and update the Public Investment Program (PIP) for government approval.
  • Support ministries and provinces in designing and structuring investment projects.
  • Monitor the implementation of approved projects and prepare progress and performance reports.
  • Conduct field visits to verify project execution and compliance with standards.
  • Assist in prioritizing projects based on national development strategies and available budget.
  • Collect and analyze data to support decision-making on public investment policies.
  • Coordinate with line ministries, provincial governments, and development partners.

Senior Economist

UTAP – Technical Unit for Physical and Financial Monitoring of Projects, Ministry of Finance Angola
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Monitor and evaluate the physical implementation of externally funded projects.
  • Track financial disbursements and ensure compliance with donor agreements.
  • Verify project progress against planned targets and timelines.
  • Coordinate with line ministries, agencies, and development partners.
  • Prepare performance and progress reports for government and donors.
  • Ensure projects align with national development priorities and strategies.

Head of the Department of Domestic and External Pu

Department of Domestic and External Public Project Financing – UGD (Public Debt Unit), Ministry of Finance, Angola
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Coordinated financing for public projects from domestic and international sources, ensuring alignment with national development priorities (US$ 8.79 billion of external loans)
  • Managed disbursements and monitored project expenditures to ensure compliance with contracts and budgets ( more than 600 contracts)
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to secure funding and mitigate financial risks (Multilateral Development Banks -WB, AfDB,EIB; Bilateral Financial Institutions / Development Agencies (Exim Bank of China,JICA ,KfW / IPEXBank, AFD, etc);International Financial Organizations (IMF, Afreximbank, EU)
  • Provided strategic support for planning and execution of public investments.

Education

Master of Arts - Financial Strategy

University of Oxford
Oxford, UK
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Economics

ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics And Management, Universit
Lisbon, Portugal
09-1998

Skills

  • International economics
  • Demand forecasting
  • Policy analysis
  • Public finance

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Interests

interests sit at the crossroads of philanthropy and poverty reduction, shaped by what I have witnessed throughout my career I am increasingly drawn to new approaches that move beyond traditional charity and focus instead on practical, evidence-based solutions that genuinely respond to the needs of communities Over the years, I have seen how interventions grounded in real data, careful listening, and human-centered design can reduce the vulnerabilities that keep families trapped in hardship

I am particularly interested in emerging models such as catalytic capital, impact investing, and locally led development—approaches that give communities the tools and autonomy to create their own progress I am also passionate about initiatives that bring together nutrition, financial education, women’s economic empowerment, and access to schooling, because I have witnessed how even small, well-targeted programs can transform daily life

Ultimately, I hope to contribute to a generation of leaders committed to using philanthropy not simply to give, but to expand dignity, opportunity, and long-term social mobility

Timeline

Senior Economist

Directorate of Public Investment (DIP), Ministry of Planning and the Economy – Angola
09.2022 - 09.2024

Senior Economist

UTAP – Technical Unit for Physical and Financial Monitoring of Projects, Ministry of Finance Angola
09.2019 - 09.2022

Head of the Department of Domestic and External Pu

Department of Domestic and External Public Project Financing – UGD (Public Debt Unit), Ministry of Finance, Angola
01.2017 - 01.2019

Master of Arts - Financial Strategy

University of Oxford

Bachelor of Science - Economics

ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics And Management, Universit
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