Stephen Ojo
@stephenojo
Data scientist delivering data-driven insights
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Data Scientist with strong foundations in statistics, machine learning, and data management, focused on improving public health outcomes through evidence-based analytics.
I have led end-to-end data workflows — from collection, validation, and governance to modeling and visualization — for national programmes, projects, and clients using tools like Python, SQL, Power BI, and QGIS.
I design SOPs, deploy secure data systems, build ML models, and create interactive dashboards while training teams and promoting data-driven decision-making across health and governance sectors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Manager
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Oversee data integrity, security, and governance for the Environmental Surveillance Programme (ESPN); designed REDCap instruments, developed SOPs, performed QA audits, and delivered Power BI dashboards to support evidence-based public health decisions.
Technical Assistant in Data Science
TechMaloo Analytica Limited
Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 (4 months)
Collected and analyzed data using SQL and Python, built and evaluated ML models to improve predictive accuracy, and prepared training curricula and learning resources for trainees and interns.
Senior Data Analyst
ERGAF-Africa
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Led a data team for a parliamentary governance project, designed data models, refined capture/cleaning processes, and delivered interactive Power BI dashboards and reports to improve transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Data Analytics / BI Consultant
G8 Technologies Limited
Nov 2022 - Aug 2024 (1 year 9 months)
Led end-to-end client data projects including data modeling, ML model building, and reporting; delivered training on SQL, Power BI, Tableau and Python and coordinated training operations to improve client outcomes.
Data Science Resource Person
HiiT Plc
Mar 2022 - Nov 2022 (8 months)
Facilitated full-stack data analytics training covering Advanced Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL and Python, mentoring learners to complete industry-relevant projects and improve tool proficiency.
Data Science Intern
Datalab Analytics
Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 (2 months)
Performed data cleaning, feature engineering and ML model development in Python; executed SQL queries and built Power BI reports and dashboards to streamline data retrieval and visualization.
Data Analytics Trainer
Havilah Centrepiece Konsult
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 (1 month)
Developed training curriculum and manuals on SQL, Python and Power BI and supported executive training sessions to boost corporate staff analytics capabilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Open University of Nigeria
Master of Science, Information Technology
Pursuing a Master of Science in Information Technology with expected completion in November 2025, focusing on IT applications for data management.
Miva Open University
Master of Public Health, Public Health
Pursuing a Master of Public Health with expected completion in December 2026, focusing on public health data strategies and applications.
Federal University of Technology, Minna
Bachelor of Technology, Statistics
2011 - 2015
Grade: 4.1/5.0
Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Statistics with a cumulative GPA of 4.1/5.0, focusing on statistical methods for data analysis.
The Polytechnic, Ile-Ife
National Diploma, Computer Science
2007 - 2009
Grade: Distinction
Completed a National Diploma in Computer Science with Distinction, covering core computing and programming fundamentals.
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