Priscilla Chinwendu Ezulu
Data Analyst · Data Scientist · Statistician · Geospatial Analyst · Researcher
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Data-driven Data Scientist with 4+ years of experience in extracting actionable insights, building predictive
models, and applying machine learning algorithms to support business growth. Expertise in analyzing
complex datasets, creating interactive dashboards, and optimizing data management processes. Proven
ability to develop strategies that enhance performance and drive data-informed decision-making.
Passionate about solving business challenges through advanced analytical techniques and uncovering
growth opportunities.
Education
Sept. 2012July 2016
B.Sc. in Statistics, Second Class Upper
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Key Achievement
EdoDiDA Platform: Led the development and deployment of EdoDiDA, a digital data platform for the Edo
State Data for Governance and Inclusive Citizen Project, improving data management efficiency by 30%
and streamlining data collection processes across multiple ministries.
Automated Data Integrity Framework: Designed and implemented an automated data integrity system
for Agohmarket, reducing manual data cleaning efforts by 40% and increasing data accuracy by 25%. This
solution was adopted as a best practice across departments, significantly enhancing overall efficiency.
Computer Skills
Programming: R, Python, SQL
Business Intelligence: MS-Excel and Google Sheets, Power BI, Tableau, Looker, DHIS2
Cloud Platform: AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP
Documentation: LaTeX, git, Markdown, Jupyter
GIS tools: ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, Python (geopandas, georasters)
Project Management: Trello, Zoho, Jira, Slack
Work Experience
Jan. 2024 Present
Data Scientist, Data Scientists Network (DSN)
(www.datasciencenigeria.org)
Tasks performed:
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - Edo State Data for Governance and Inclusive Citizen Project
(EdoDiDA)
Lead Technical Delivery Coordinator
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Oversee the onboarding, training, and performance management of data analyst interns for the
EdoDiDA project.
Coordinate daily and weekly reports, assign tasks, and ensure interns' contributions align with
project goals.
Monitor delivery quality, provide appraisals, and support interns' professional growth and project
impact.
Collaborate with the finance team to manage billing and payroll for interns and Data Champions
across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.
Project Data Analyst
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Collaborate with data architects and engineers to build data pipelines and automate data cleaning,
reducing data preparation time by 20%. Develop metadata collection forms, boosting data
management efficiency by 30%.
Generate strategic recommendations, increasing project efficiency by 15% through data analytics
and frameworks.
Work with data governance experts to ensure data integrity and compliance, documenting
procedures in Overleaf for transparency and consistency.
Research and develop use cases for Digital Public Infrastructure, highlighting its potential for social
impact.
Participate in stakeholder meetings, influencing strategic improvements that raise project
efficiency by 20%.
Develop and deploy predictive models to forecast healthcare utilization, enabling data-driven
decisions for resource allocation and patient care improvements.
Implement location-based prediction models to determine optimal sites for new schools and
hospitals, contributing to improved accessibility and service delivery.
Collaborate with Decision Science experts on scenario analyses to assess business outcomes
and strategic directions.
Provide data tool consultations and capacity building for ministries, aligning with Global
Development Index indicators for data-driven decision-making.
October 2021 November 2023
Agohmarket (Ecommerce), Nigeria
Data Analyst
Tasks performed
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Played a pivotal role in product selection by analyzing sales, pricing, availability, and quality data
using machine learning models for demand forecasting, resulting in a 15% increase in sales and a
more strategic product mix.
Utilized Power BI, advanced Excel functions, and predictive analytics to create insightful data
visualizations and reports, enabling data-driven decision-making and improving decision accuracy
by 25%.
Developed SQL Queries to analyze customer behavior leading to a 15% increase in retention.
Conducted comprehensive market research, leveraging data science techniques to analyze market
trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies, informing strategic planning and
contributing to a 20% improvement in market alignment.
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Gathered, cleaned, and meticulously analyzed large datasets, applying data mining and statistical
modeling techniques to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, using data-driven insights and predictive
modeling to align product offerings with market demands, contributing to increased sales and
profitability.
January 2020 September 2021
Nigerian British University, Nigeria
Data Specialist
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Led the collection, entry, and analysis of datasets, ensuring 100% data accuracy and integrity
across multiple academic departments.
Developed and implemented a streamlined data entry system, reducing processing time by 30%
and accelerating reporting and decision-making.
Created reports and dashboards to track enrollment, performance, and financial aid, contributing
to a 15% increase in student retention through data-driven decisions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze metrics and forecast trends, driving the launch
of 3 new academic programs based on student demand.
Trained 50+ staff on data collection and reporting tools, improving institutional data management
efficiency by 25%.
