Lead Research Analyst, Data Analyst, research analyst

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Kolawole Ogundari

*** ***** **** ***. *, Newark,

Delaware, 19711

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Cell: 302-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Seasoned professional with over 15 years of global experiences

with exposure to multiple domains in research, business strategy, consulting and teaching. Also as proven capability to work and lead cross-functional on project teams. Excellent top & bottom skill to communicate and present

decision at multiple levels in organizations. Strong ability to provide a quality mix of technical/ quantitative backgrounds, and business experiences. EDUCATION

Georg-August University of Göttingen, Germany

Ph.D. - Agric. Economics 2010

Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria

M. Tech. Agric. Economics 2006

B. Tech. Agric. Economics & Extension 2001

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

University of Delaware, Newark, DE

Economic Researcher Dec 2014 – Present

Conducted a $1.8 million economic research on the impact of adopting alternate methods for pest and disease control technologies on productivity for United State Department of Agriculture (USDA).

• Developed methodology for analysis including the design of questionnaire for conducting field surveys

• Developed segmentation models and targeting models using statistical software (Stata & R software packages)

• Collaborated with other researcher and professionals form Dept. of Argic. on issues of test planning and sample size to ensure significant comparative results

• Developed statistical models for Data Analysis, Logistic/Multiple Regression, Analysis of Co-Variance and Classification and Regression Trees (CART).

• Developed different statistical models for attrition in development, validation, roll-out and implementation of strategy

• Prepared reports (ad hoc), presentation, dashboards and articles for publication in journals Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan

Researcher Oct 2012 – Oct 2014

Performed an economic study on the impact of food security and the examination of nutrient-income nexus in sub- Saharan Africa effectively using a budget of ¥96,000,000.

• Compiled data of 54 countries with millions of records from different from databases

• Performed data extraction, cleaning, and manipulated of relevant information (Attributes & Observations) from multiple data sources using SQL, Stata & R statistical software

• Developed algorithm and logic for the research study

• Built analytical models (linear/logistics regressions), ranked and scored models for segmentations

• Analyzed data collected using E-views & Stata econometric packages to derive outcome

• Prepared presentations (data visualization) and reports on outcomes of research study University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany

Economic Researcher Nov 2010 – Apr 2012

Conducted a study on regulations, ‘Engel’s law, and food-poverty to evaluate its impact on household poverty in Nigeria and the economic consequences.

• Responsible for gathering data, designing, testing, and implementing of research survey of multi-year evaluation in Nigeria, African using World bank’s resources 2

• Preformed data preparation by extraction, cleaning, and combining databases for relevant Developed methodology and analytic models for the research on millions of observations to evaluate financial and economic situations

• Investigated the economic and financial impact of food-poverty to the to the community

• Forecasted the future impacts and proposed strategies to combat the issues

• Prepared presentations and reports based on the results in articles, conferences, seminars and journals International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Nigeria Research Associate Jan 2007 – May 2007

I was responsible for the management of $20 million credit line for farmers. Promoted sustainable agriculture in Borno state, Nigeria by monitoring funds financed by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) in collaboration with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA).

• Organized farmers within the PROSAB project into Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)

• Invited experts on CBOs to train farmers on how to use such institutions to access input and output markets

• Provided global market information on agricultural products to the CBOs with aim of contributing to an enabling policy environment, and enhanced the capacity of project stakeholders

• Analyzed macro and micro market factors to build a strong point of view. Shared and assisted other merchandisers to develop their strategies.

• Developed technical skills in charting and reading market profiles for (CBOs)

• Developed a cognitive trading process to assess risk/reward scenarios

• Provided research contributions to improve sustainable production through the transfer of agricultural technologies and management practices

• Managed logistic for distribution to various CBOs

• Conducted surveys on households need to assist with

• Analyzed data collected from the field surveys using software such as Stata, SAS, and SPSS software

• Prepare project reports and strategy for allocation of funds Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria Planning, Budgeting and Monitoring Unit

Financial Data Analyst Jun 2001 – May 2002

• Performed accounting adjustments to financial statement data used by other analysts

• Improved data quality throughout the organization by validating data across various databases and spreadsheets

• Forecasted budget forecast templates using Excel functions and pivot tables for the university

• Developed and implemented budget plans for the University

• Helped with financial planning and budgeting for various departments using SPSS for the analysis CORE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in econometric and statistical software such as: “Stata”, R, E-views, Limdep, SAS, SPSS, and Microsoft office applications. Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative research studies. Data analysis and statistical modeling: (e.g., ANOVA, regression analysis; ARIMA, time series and panel data analyses etc.) Ability to design survey questionnaire and sampling framework Proficient in databases such as: MS access and excel and SQL AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Applied economics (both micro & macro analyses) with focus on: Data analysis, Field surveys design, Production Economics, Meta-analysis (Impact evaluation and assessment), Food/nutrition security and consumer behavior analysis, Agricultural trade & market analysis, Ability to work with population survey data, panel data & time series data. 3

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate and work independently. Others (Data Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Public Speaking, Problem-solving, Financial Analysis, Marketing, Management, and Accounting)

AWARDS

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Award Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) Foundation Award

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarship OTHER EXPERIENCE

I taught International Agricultural Trade courses in 2015 and 2016 and also co-supervise masters’ students on CAP stone projects. Also taught micro-econometric course in 2011 and 2012 and assisted as a co-supervise for masters’ students during these periods. In addition, I trained the graduate students how to use econometric software such as E- views, “Stata, and SPSS to carry out their respective research projects during these periods. CONSULTATION

Consulted on professional issues related to the design of questionnaire and sampling framework in projects involving households or farms survey. Also consulted on how to design choice experiment to elicit consumer attributes in the demand for organic products for future demand projection by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Ibadan, Nigeria. Provided expertize on how to use choice experiment to understand how attributes of members of major political party in United States could influence election outcome. Provided consultancy to the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome Italy on analysis of large datasets based on consumption pattern across various income groups using “Stata” and R-packages and on how to carry out series of ad-hoc analysis related on time series and panel data by colleagues and students across the globe. MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES

New Zealand Agricultural & Resource Economic Society (NZARES) Meta-Analysis of Economic Research Network (MAER-Net) Agricultural & Applied Economics Association (AAEA) International Association of Agricultural Economic (IAAE) Volunteer at my local Church

REFERENCES

References provided upon request.

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