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Allan Baraza

@allanbaraza

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Ambitious economist and data analyst seeking impactful opportunities.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers growth opportunities and values data-driven decision-making.

I am a hardworking and resourceful economist with a strong background in data analysis and research. I graduated with a Bachelor of Economics and Statistics from Machakos University, where I honed my analytical skills and developed a keen interest in utilizing data to drive decision-making. My career objective is to secure a responsible position in a successful organization that rewards achievement and offers opportunities for career growth.

Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in various roles, including as a Youth Officer Enumerator at One Acre Fund, where I conducted extensive surveys to gather insights about youth farmers. My role as a Field Supervisor for the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection allowed me to promote social protection policies and facilitate linkages to essential services. I have also worked as a Sales Financial Advisor at Prudential Life Assurance, where I advised clients on the importance of savings and life insurance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MCF Youth Officer - Enumerator

One Acre Fund (Tupande)

Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)

Conducted extensive surveys on youth farmers (18-35 years) to establish insights about the Tupande Program. Assessed the impact of the Tupande Program on youth farmers by collecting accurate, detailed, and useful data.

Survey Research Data Collection Monitoring and Evaluation Program Assessment

Field Supervisor

Ministry of Labour and Social Protection

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Promoted social protection policies and programmes that link individuals to different protection interventions. Facilitated linkages to pertinent complementary services and provided increased harmonization of fragmented social protection schemes.

Social Protection

Agripreneur Enumerator

National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCD

May 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Performed profiling and mapping of agricultural value chain actors. Provided useful information and training to farmers on required skills, linking them to technical knowledge and market information.

Agricultural Value Chain Farmer Training Profiling

Sales Financial Advisor

Prudential Life Assurance Limited

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Sold insurance policies to potential clients on a commission basis and advised them on the importance of savings and life insurance. Reported daily progress on leads, follow-ups, and closed deals to the financial consultant.

Insurance Sales Financial Advisory Consultation Sales Reporting Lead Management

Internship

Jensen Technologies

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Performed research, constructed frameworks for data analysis, and manipulated data in STATA, SPSS, and Excel for tabulation. Prepared financial books and tables for analysis, auditing, and presentation, identifying and addressing financial imbalances.

Data Management Data Analysis Stata SPSS Microsoft Excel Financial Reporting Auditing

Industrial Attachment

Ministry of Trade, Energy and Industrialization

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Followed up and facilitated payment of trade loans. Oversaw trade and investment promotion activities through trade fairs and exhibitions, enabling the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Trade Promotion Loan Facilitation SME Event Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Machakos University

Bachelor of Economics and Statistics, Economics and Statistics

Grade: 2nd Class Honours – Upper Division

Completed a Bachelor of Economics and Statistics with Second Class Honours – Upper Division. Gained a strong foundation in economic principles and statistical analysis.

St. Mary’s boys high school – Kibabii

K.C.S.E, General Studies

Grade: B+

Achieved a B+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) examinations. Developed a strong academic background during secondary education.

Bungoma D.E.B Primary School

K.C.P.E, General Studies

Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (K.C.P.E) at Bungoma D.E.B Primary School. Established foundational knowledge and skills during primary education.