JONAH DAMOAH AFARI
TARKWA
Summary
Logical data analyst skilled in requirement analysis, software development and database management. Self-directed and proactive professional with several years of vast experience collecting, cleaning and interpreting data sets. Natural problem-solver possessing strong cross-functional understanding of information technology and business processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DATA ANALYST
ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
TARKWA
10.2023 - Current
- Analyzed large datasets to identify trends, patterns and correlations for business insights.
- Developed dashboards with Excel to monitor key performance indicators.
- Created predictive models to forecast number of volumes.
- Provided data-driven solutions to support decision making.
- Translated raw data into meaningful information using statistical techniques.
- Maintained documentation of all the processes related to Data Analysis.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools such as SPSS, Excel, to manipulate large volumes of structured and unstructured data sets.
- Performed data entry, data cleaning, and data coding for analysis.
DUMP CONTROLLER
ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
TARKWA
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Checking of dumping area to eliminate hazards
- Tally of loads
- Controlling of trucks
- Building embankment with rocks according to the reduced level (RL) and temporary benchmark (TBM).
PROJECT MANAGER
NATTYBOYE CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
BOGOSO
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the development of new administrative systems, procedures and policies.
- Updated databases with new employee information, job changes and terminations.
- Organized special events such as company parties or trips for employees.
- Provided general administrative support to staff members.
- Maintained filing system for important documents such as contracts and invoices.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets together with the Project Manager.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
MRWO
NATIONAL IDENTIFICATION AUTHORITY
ACCRA
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Keying in citizens credentials to generate their Ghana card for them.
ACCOUNTING INTERN
UNIVERSITY OF MINES AND TECHNOLOGY
TARKWA
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements for accuracy and discrepancies.
- Prepared bank reconciliations and journal entries to record transactions in the general ledger.
- Assisted with month-end closing process, including preparation of accruals, prepaids, and other adjusting entries.
- Provided support to external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
- Processed invoices, payments, credit memos, and other accounting documents.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements such as income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement.
Intership
GHANA RUBBER ESTATE LIMITED
AWUDUA
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted in the recruitment and interviewing process by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers.
- Compiled employee records such as personal information, attendance, benefits, performance reviews, and terminations.
- Organized and maintained personnel records including new hire paperwork and changes to employment status.
- Processed payroll data including hours worked, overtime approval, vacation time tracking, garnishments and deductions.
INTERSHIP
GHANA RUBBER ESTATE LIMITED
AWUDUA
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Education
Master of Science - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI02-2024
CERTIFICATE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
RESOLUTE CONSULT COLLEGE
ACCRA11-2022
CERTIFICATE - OIL AND GAS ACCOUNTING ADVANCE
RESOLUTE CONSULT
ACCRA08-2021
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ACCOUNTING)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI11-2018
High School Diploma -
FIASEMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
TARKWA05-2012
Skills
- Business Needs Analysis
- Data filtering
- Project Management
- Technical Analysis
- Statistics
- Data Analysis
- Statistical Analysis
- Driving
- Good communication
SOFTWARES EXPERT ON
- SAGE 50
- MS PROJECT
- PROJECT 360
- EXCEL
- MICROSOFT DYNAMICS NAVISION
- SPSS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DATA ANALYST
ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
10.2023 - Current
DUMP CONTROLLER
ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
12.2022 - 10.2023
PROJECT MANAGER
NATTYBOYE CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
11.2020 - 12.2022
MRWO
NATIONAL IDENTIFICATION AUTHORITY
09.2019 - 10.2020
ACCOUNTING INTERN
UNIVERSITY OF MINES AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2018 - 08.2019
Intership
GHANA RUBBER ESTATE LIMITED
06.2016 - 08.2016
INTERSHIP
GHANA RUBBER ESTATE LIMITED
06.2015 - 08.2015
Master of Science - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
CERTIFICATE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
RESOLUTE CONSULT COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE - OIL AND GAS ACCOUNTING ADVANCE
RESOLUTE CONSULT
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ACCOUNTING)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
High School Diploma -
FIASEMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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