Shammah Agyare
@shammahagyare
Enthusiastic researcher and data analyst with over 4 years experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated researcher and data analyst with over four years of experience in socio-economic and environmental research, data analysis, and management. My work has spanned various projects across West Africa, focusing on fisheries, renewable energy, and environmental resources management. I have a proven track record of developing analytical frameworks and interactive reporting dashboards that provide actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders.
Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented diverse projects that emphasize climate change mitigation, gender equality, and social inclusion. My ability to foster collaborative environments and build partnerships with public and private actors has been instrumental in achieving sustainable development outcomes. I am committed to leveraging technology and open data approaches to drive data-driven development initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Climate Justice Ambassador & Fundraising Associate
Africa Matters Initiative
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Secured over $50,000 in grants for climate justice projects and trained 25 youth and women in climate data collection, enhancing advocacy efforts. Developed a knowledge base of donors using NLP techniques, improving stakeholder management by 20%.
Information Analyst
AquaLinqs Consulting
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Managed a team to deploy a predictive analytics model, increasing revenue by 40%. Created dashboards for reporting and ensured data reliability through regular backups and quality checks.
Research Analyst/Technical Support Specialist
Plastic Punch NGO
Jul 2021 - Apr 2024 (2 years 9 months)
Developed a management information system and trained 300 volunteers, reducing data processing time by 65%. Designed predictive models for plastic pollution, improving intervention accuracy by 30%.
Product Manager/Business Intelligence Analyst
Best Sight Opticals Eye Centre
Feb 2023 - Dec 2023 (10 months)
Redesigned the CRM system, boosting customer interaction by 40%. Conducted research to generate insights into consumer behavior, leading to a $1.5M revenue increase.
Project Manager/Research Director
CERATH Development Organization
Sep 2021 - May 2024 (2 years 8 months)
Led the design of a geospatial analysis framework for environmental risk management. Improved project tracking efficiency by 75% through a redesigned monitoring and evaluation dashboard.
Monitoring, Evaluation/Chief Data Specialist
Agriculture and Climate Empowerment Centre
Sep 2019 - Aug 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Developed a MEL framework achieving 46 indicators under a USAID project. Automated data processing tasks, improving efficiency by 40% and influencing climate justice policy recommendations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Trestle Academy Ghana
Certificate, Data Engineering
2023 - 2023
Participated in a Data Engineering program, focusing on data management and engineering principles.
MITx
MicroMasters, Data Analysis
2023 - 2023
Completed a MicroMasters Program in Data Analysis, enhancing skills in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
Texas Tech University
Master of Science, Environmental Sustainability
2021 - 2023
Pursued a Master's degree focusing on Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resources Management through distance learning, gaining insights into sustainable practices and resource management.
University of Michigan
Certificate, Data Science
2021 - 2022
Completed a certificate program in Applied Data Science with Python, enhancing skills in data analysis and programming for practical applications.
Monitoring and Evaluation Academy of Excellence
CPD Certificate, Monitoring and Evaluation
2022 - 2022
Achieved a CPD Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation, focusing on techniques for effective monitoring and evaluation of projects.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Certificate, Business Analytics
2020 - 2020
Achieved a Certificate in Business Analytics with R, focusing on data-driven decision-making and analytical techniques.
University of California, Berkeley
Postgraduate Degree, Project Management
2019 - 2020
Completed a Postgraduate degree in Project Management, equipping with skills in managing projects effectively and efficiently.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Aquaculture and Water Resources Management
2015 - 2019
Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aquaculture and Water Resources Management, focusing on sustainable practices in water resource management and aquaculture.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Portfolio
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