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michael blinks

@michaelblinks

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Results-oriented business analyst and operations specialist with strong data analysis skills.

Liberia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a data-driven role where I can apply analytics and BI to improve operations, contribute to budgeting and HR systems, and grow within a diverse, mission-driven team.

I am a proactive, diligent business analyst and operations specialist with an M.Sc. in Statistics and over eight years of progressive experience in administrative support, budgeting, analytics, teaching and mentorship. I leverage statistical tools and data visualization platforms such as Power BI and Tableau to deliver actionable insights, drive process improvements, and align data solutions with business goals.

I have hands-on experience managing personnel systems and large HR databases, coordinating budgets and payroll (IPPIS), and conducting market and competitor research. I thrive in multicultural, hard-to-reach environments, advocate for equity and inclusion, and bring a diplomatic, ethical approach to collaboration and problem solving.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data Officer

Environmental Health Council of Nigeria

Jan 2021 - Jan 2025 (4 years)

Coordinated policy updates for digital health interventions and managed annual personnel budgeting, maintaining HR records for over 1,000 staff and streamlining payroll processes to improve compliance and communication efficiency.

Data Management Budgeting Power BI Tableau)Reporting Tableau

Graduate Researcher/Teaching Assistant

University of Abuja

Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)

Assisted undergraduate research and delivered tutorial sessions in mathematics and statistics, mentoring students in statistical software use and research methods.

Teaching Research Assistance Statistics R Academic Mentoring

Business Analyst

Innovative Data Solutions

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Conducted market research and data cleaning, and developed Power BI and Tableau dashboards that accelerated executive decision-making timelines by 60% while delivering SWOT and competitive analyses to inform product and sales strategy.

Market Research (CATI CAPI CAWI)Data Cleaning Power BI Tableau)SQL Competitive Analysis Reporting Data Integrity Tableau

Private Teacher (Evening Classes)

Private Teacher

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Provided evening tutorials in mathematics and statistical software to undergraduates, preparing students for examinations and improving technical competencies.

Tutoring Exam Preparation Mathematics Statistical Software Guidance Lesson planning Communication

Networking Distributor

Alliance in Motion Global

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)

Built and developed a client base through presentations and demonstrations, employing negotiation and sales strategies to close deals and improve customer retention.

Client Acquisition Sales Presentations Negotiation Customer Retention Networking Relationship Management

Budget Officer

Corporate Affairs Commission

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Supported preparation, monitoring and evaluation of departmental budgets, contributing to a 15% reduction in unnecessary expenditures and ensuring accountability through voucher review and votebook updates.

Budgeting Financial Reporting Data Analysis Vouchers & Compliance Excel