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Karsten Avogo

Accra

Summary

Highly motivated self-starter with a tireless and meticulous work ethic, offering accurate and efficient project support. Specializes in qualitative research with proven skills in MaxQDA, SQL, Excel, and Microsoft Power BI. Drives continuous progress in both qualitative and quantitative research. A seasoned collaborator who excels at meeting needs, improving processes, and exceeding requirements within team environments. Strong communication and task prioritization skills. Encouraging manager and analytical problem solver with talents for team building, leading, and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to impact company success positively. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development Officer

Data Warehouse
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to drive business growth and expand market share
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and cold calling
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships
  • Lead negotiations and contract discussions to secure profitable deals and partnerships
  • Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify areas for growth and differentiation
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and product teams to develop integrated business solutions
  • Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective clients and partners
  • Track and report on sales metrics, pipeline progress, and business development KPIs to senior management.

Sonographer

Cerica Diagnostics Centre
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations for obstetric, gynecologic, abdominal, vascular, and small parts imaging
  • Utilize advanced imaging techniques and equipment to produce accurate diagnostic images for interpretation by radiologists and physicians
  • Ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the imaging process, providing clear instructions and answering any questions or concerns
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers to determine appropriate imaging protocols based on patient symptoms and medical history.

Research Assistant

Dodowa Health Research Centre
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Conduct literature reviews to gather information on existing research relevant to assigned projects
  • Recruit and screen participants for research studies, ensuring compliance with inclusion and exclusion criteria
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date research records, including data entry and documentation of procedures
  • Adhere to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements governing research conduct, including obtaining informed consent and protecting participant confidentiality
  • Collect, organize, and analyze data using statistical software such as MaxQDA, SPSS or R.

Pharmacy Dispenser

Eric Heymann Memorial Clinic
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Upheld thorough prescription checks to ensure accurate medication provisions were provided to correct customers
  • Adhered to all legal and professional guidance, maintaining the best possible compliance with Ghana Health Service regulations
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, repeat prescription authorization, and patient information
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information
  • Reduced supply shortages by carefully monitoring inventory and submitting replenishment orders before depletion
  • Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.

Intern

National Blood Service, Head Office
05.2017 - 07.2017
  • Assisted in the collection, processing, and testing of blood donations to ensure safety and quality standards were met
  • Learned and followed strict protocols for donor screening, phlebotomy, and blood component separation
  • Conducted inventory management tasks, including monitoring blood supply levels, expiration dates, and storage conditions.

Education

Bachelor Of Science Biological Sciences -

Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
10.2020

Wassce General Science -

Pope John Senior High School
Koforidua, Eastern
05.2016

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Qualitative Research
  • Excel Functions
  • SQL

Certification

  • Cocoa Bean Processing and Chocolate Production, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Food Research Institute, 02/2024.


  • Professional Development Studies: ALX Data Analytics ( Explore AI), 2024


  • Professional Development Studies: Cocoa Bean Production and Processing, 2024


  • Completed Coursework: Chocolate Spread Production and Filled Chocolate, 2023

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Business Development Officer

Data Warehouse
10.2023 - 04.2024

Sonographer

Cerica Diagnostics Centre
10.2021 - 10.2022

Research Assistant

Dodowa Health Research Centre
09.2020 - 08.2021

Pharmacy Dispenser

Eric Heymann Memorial Clinic
06.2019 - 08.2019

Intern

National Blood Service, Head Office
05.2017 - 07.2017

Wassce General Science -

Pope John Senior High School

Bachelor Of Science Biological Sciences -

Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology

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