Alemayehu Desta Kiros
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SKILLS
Programming Skills: SQL, Python, R,
BI tools: Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn, IBM Cognos, Excel Theoretical Knowledge: ETL A/B testing ggplot NumPy Pandas Scikit-learn Education: Addis Ababa University Major: Economics and PG Diploma in Diplomacy and foreign Policy EXPERIENCE
Embassy of Ethiopia in Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia
Economic Analyst January 2020- August 2022
• Cleaned, transformed, and analyzed trade and investment data from the World Bank, IMF, and national data centers, resulting in 15% improvement in investment and trade flow through implementation of data analysis using Excel, SQL, and Tableau.
• Conducted industry specific data analysis identifying high growth sectors, resulting in a 10% increase in foreign direct investment capital flow that effectively aligned with national policies.
• Successfully identified top 100 companies largest, and medium companies in the region and held investment forums with private and public stakeholders.
• Negotiated along with other professionals, the initiation and signature of 3 trade and investment agreements strengthening economic collaboration and ensuring compliance with international standards.
• Produced bi-annual data-driven reports on investment prospects and outcomes, assisting senior management in decision making process.
Embassy of Ethiopia Shanghai, China
Economic Analyst October 2018-January 2020
• Integrated data analysis into decision-making processes to identify investment opportunities and enhance diplomatic strategies, resulting in a 15% increase in diplomatic effectiveness and $10 million in additional foreign direct investment per year.
• Collaborated with the IT department to integrate multi-source economic data, utilizing SQL to consolidate information into a unified database, increasing data accuracy by 30% and reducing report generation time by 40%, thereby enhancing accessibility for strategic economic diplomacy initiatives.
• Organized and facilitated 20 high-profile meetings annually between Chinese investors and Ethiopian authorities, resulting in an average of 30% increase in investment commitments per meeting.
• Analyzed market trends to develop proactive investment strategies, resulting in a 10% increase in successful market entry initiatives and $50 million in additional trade flow between China and Ethiopia.
• Successfully organized and executed 15 trade and investment promotion platforms annually, resulting in a 25% increase in economic flow and investment opportunities between China and Ethiopia. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Junior Diplomat January 2015 – Oct 2018
• Utilized data analysis techniques to conduct comprehensive research and analysis on diverse datasets, including economic indicators, market trends, and regulatory data, to generate insights and support data-driven decision- making process.
• Coordinated bilateral meetings with foreign delegations ensuring smooth diplomatic interactions.
• Assisted senior officials in crafting talking points, briefing documents, and diplomatic notes for high-level negotiations.
Garu’s Retail Market Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Store Manager March 2022- November 2023
• Generated financial reports, providing insights into sales trends, cost control, and profit margins of $1 million gross sale, aiding in informed decision-making.
• Implemented strategies to maximize profitability, such as identifying slow-moving inventory and adjusting pricing or marketing strategies accordingly.
• Managed 6 members of staff, fostering a conducive environment, and ensuring smooth daily operations. COURSES and PROJECTS
Google Advanced Data Analytics Certificate
• Analyzed bike-sharing data using R to identify usage patterns, optimize station placement, and enhance service efficiency.
• Analyzed COVID-19 data, trafficking infection rated, and trends using SQL and Python December 2023 IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate
• Conducted an in-depth analysis of Stack overflow developer survey using IBM Cognos, uncovering insights into develop preferences, trends, and demographics.
Tableau Business Analyst Professional Certificate
• Created impactful data visualization projects in Tableau, translating complex datasets into intuitive and informative visualizations for improved decision making.
Data Analytivs and Visualization Job simulation
• Completed a simulation project with Accenture North America, focusing on advising a hypothetical client using data-driven insights.