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Phillips Francis

@phillipsfrancis

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Analytical Data Analyst with 12 years of experience in insights.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

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

I am an analytical and results-driven Data Analyst with over 12 years of experience transforming complex datasets into actionable business insights. My recent focus has been on fraud detection and performance analytics, where I have honed my skills in building intuitive dashboards, designing scalable metrics, and developing robust data pipelines using SQL, Python, Power BI, and Excel.

Throughout my career, I have proven my ability to partner cross-functionally with Sales and Marketing teams to analyze campaigns, uncover performance drivers, and optimize acquisition strategies. My strong background in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and data storytelling enables informed decision-making in dynamic, high-stakes environments. I am passionate about using data to enhance client relationships, improve marketing ROI, and support strategic business growth in fast-paced environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Identity Protection Analyst

Canada Revenue Agency

Mar 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Conducted data-driven investigations to resolve identity theft cases, leveraging Excel and Power BI to identify anomalies, validate taxpayer records, and support fraud prevention efforts through actionable insights and trend analysis. Conducted in-depth data analysis to detect, investigate, and resolve cases of identity theft, ensuring accuracy of taxpayer records and safeguarding sensitive inform

Excel Power BI Data Analysis Fraud Detection Data Validation Trend Analysis Risk Assessment Data Driven Decision Making Microsoft Excel

Research Fellow

West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Ad

Sep 2019 - Feb 2023 (3 years 5 months)

Led interdisciplinary climate resilience research using tools such as Excel, SPSS, and R to analyze environmental and socio-economic data on climate-smart agriculture and adapted land use. Generated evidence-based insights to guide policy and strengthen smallholder adaptation to climate variability across West Africa.

Excel SPSS R Resilience Data Analysis Climate Smart Agriculture Research

Data & Research Analyst

Analysts Data Services and Resources Limited

Mar 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Led comprehensive data analysis and research, leveraging SQL, Python, SPSS, E-views, STATA and Power BI to transform agricultural and environmental datasets into actionable insights. Developed predictive models and interactive dashboards, supporting evidence-based decision-making for sustainable practices and policy.

SQL Python SPSS Views Stata Power BI Data Analysis Dashboards Agricultural Data

Research Assistant

University of Ibadan

Mar 2013 - Feb 2018 (4 years 11 months)

Assisted academic research through comprehensive data collection, cleaning, and statistical analysis using SPSS and Excel. Collaborated on quantitative and qualitative studies, developed datasets, and created visualizations to support academic publications and departmental reporting.

SPSS Excel Data Collection Data Cleaning Statistical Analysis Quantitative Research Qualitative Research Data Visualization Academic & Research Datasets

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Ibadan

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics

Studied Agricultural Economics at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Gained foundational knowledge in economic principles applied to agriculture.

University of Ibadan

Master of Science, Agricultural Economics

Pursued a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Advanced understanding of agricultural economic theories and research methodologies.