She is an Associate Professor at the Chandaria School of Business, United States International University-Africa. At the Institute, she has served as a council member. Her journey on the Council has been marked by active engagement in diverse committees where she has played pivotal roles. Her accomplishments include convening the Devolution Work Stream Sub-Committee, Research and Development Committee and serving as a dedicated member of committees such as Special Events, Adhoc Human Resource and Public Policy and Governance. Her steadfast commitment to the Research and Development Committee culminated in successfully launching the Institute's inaugural Research Conference in 2020, now an annual event.

Previously, she worked at the Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, the Government Training Institute, and the Teachers Service Commission.
CPA Prof. Kalunda holds a B.Ed from Moi University, an MBA and a PhD from the University of Nairobi. Additionally she is a Certified Public Mediator (CPM).

CPA Prof. Kalunda exerts influence on several boards, including Lofty Corban Investments Limited, Kasneb, and the Nairobi County Audit Committee. Her involvement as a board member of Kasarani Technical and Vocational Centre, Bishop Ndingi High School in Machakos and St. Teresa's Girls Mwala, underscores her dedication to education and community development. She also maintains an active membership with the Association of Women Accountants of Kenya (AWAK).