Rasheedah Ahmed
Gbagada
Summary
Results-driven Data Analyst and Programme Officer at the Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce with a strong foundation in data analytics, stakeholder engagement, and program coordination. I combine analytical expertise with practical experience in managing business programs, evaluating performance metrics, and supporting strategic decision-making. Through my role at the Chamber, I work at the intersection of data, policy, and business development, analyzing membership trends, tracking program KPIs, and delivering insights that improve engagement and operational efficiency. Proficient in Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Python, I am experienced in transforming raw data into structured intelligence that informs organizational strategy.
Experienced with program management, including designing, implementing, and evaluating initiatives. Utilizes strategic planning and stakeholder engagement to drive project success. Track record of managing cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Programme Officer
Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce
Lagos, Nigeria
08.2025 - Current
- Directed data collection, organization, and analysis for programs, trade events, and policy dialogues with corporate stakeholders.
- Designed and implemented KPI tracking systems to evaluate member engagement and event performance.
- Assessed sector participation alongside membership growth and retention metrics to guide effective strategic planning.
- Developed comprehensive dashboards using Excel and Power BI to facilitate informed decision-making by leadership regarding program outcomes.
- Conduct post-event impact assessments using structured feedback analysis and performance metrics.
- Troubleshoot inconsistencies in membership databases by validating records, reconciling historical data, and standardizing reporting formats.
- Translate analytical findings into executive summaries used for board-level reporting and strategic discussions.
- Support cross-border trade initiatives by analyzing participation patterns and identifying sectors with growth potential.
- Improve reporting workflows by automating repetitive data processes using Excel functions and structured templates.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align program design with measurable performance indicators.
Academic Writer (Research)
Livingston Research
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative research across social science and business-related topics.
- Interpreted datasets and presented structured analytical findings in formal reports.
- Evaluated statistical outputs and ensured logical consistency in data interpretation.
- Verified data sources and ensured accuracy through structured review processes.
- Synthesized research findings into clear, evidence-based conclusions.
Data Analyst (Simulation Program)
KPMG Australia - Forage
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Cleaned and transformed large transactional datasets by removing duplicates, handling missing values, and standardizing data formats.
- Conducted exploratory data analysis to identify revenue drivers, customer segments, and performance gaps.
- Wrote SQL queries to extract, aggregate, and analyze structured datasets for business reporting use cases.
- Built interactive Power BI dashboards visualizing revenue trends, customer behavior, and product performance metrics.
- Performed root cause analysis on declining sales categories using comparative time-series analysis.
- Troubleshot reporting discrepancies by reconciling financial summaries with source transaction data.
- Presented actionable recommendations based on trend analysis and performance insights.
- Applied data validation and quality assurance techniques to ensure analytical accuracy.
Store Manager
Sashels Unisex Boutique
Lagos
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed daily retail operations while analyzing sales data to guide inventory and merchandising decisions.
- Implemented KPI tracking systems to monitor revenue, customer traffic, and staff performance.
- Conducted demand analysis to reduce overstocking and prevent stock-outs.
- Identified purchasing trends and optimized product placement to increase revenue.
- Troubleshot discrepancies between physical inventory and recorded stock levels.
- Resolved operational inefficiencies through workflow restructuring and improved scheduling.
- Generated periodic performance summaries to support business growth decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Sociology
University of Lagos
Akoka-Yaba, Lagos StateSkills
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Program Monitoring and Evaluation
- Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
- KPI Development and Performance Tracking
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP)
- SQL (Data Extraction, Data Manipulation, Joins)
- Power BI Dashboard Development
- Python for Data Analysis
- Data Cleaning and Quality Assurance
- Research and Policy Analysis
- Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting
- Budgeting and financial management
- Research and analysis
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Capacity building
Certification
- Certification in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, Dataleum, Lagos State, October 2025
- Certification in Data Science and Analysis, TechStudio Academy, Lagos State, May 2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Programme Officer
Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce
08.2025 - Current
Data Analyst (Simulation Program)
KPMG Australia - Forage
07.2023 - 09.2023
Academic Writer (Research)
Livingston Research
08.2022 - 04.2024
Store Manager
Sashels Unisex Boutique
07.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Sociology
University of Lagos