Samuel Osei Bonsu
Kumasi
Summary
An experienced research professional with extensive expertise in conducting and supervising large-scale surveys, data collection, and analysis. Demonstrated proficiency in using advanced statistical tools such as Microsoft Excel, Stata, and R for data analysis and generating insightful reports. Skilled at managing field logistics, training and coordinating field teams, and ensuring high standards of data quality. Skilled in handling complex data validation tasks and maintaining data integrity across various research projects, including demographic, health, economic, and agricultural surveys.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PRICE COLLECTOR/MARKET READER
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo Region
01.2021 - Current
- DUAYAW NKWANTA MARKET
- Collects prices from outlets using Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI).
- Validates prices from all market points in the Ahafo Region.
- Run data checks for inconsistencies, or outliers.
STATISTICIAN
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE/TANO SOUTH MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY
Ahafo
06.2019 - Current
- MUNICIPAL STATISTICIAN
- Collecting, compiling, and storing statistical data related to various aspects of the municipality, such as population, demographics, health, education, and economic activity.
- Ensuring data is collected and organized according to standardized formats developed by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS).
- Maintaining a statistical database or repository for the municipality.
STATISTICIAN
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
06.2019 - Current
- Worked with the Regional Statistician to conduct quality checks on data sources to check for inconsistencies, and perform data cleaning activities.
- Performed data cleaning and data preparation to support high-quality data, and catch errors before processing.
- Compiled and updated revenue items for revenue generation at the district level.
ZONAL COORDINATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
07.2025 - 09.2025
- INTEGRATED BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT SURVEY PHASE II (IBES 2)
- It aims to collect detailed data on the operations of non-household businesses across all sectors of the Ghanaian economy. The survey, which is the fifth of its kind in Ghana's history, is crucial for updating the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and informing business and policy decisions, according to the Ghana Statistical Service.
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Bono
01.2025 - 03.2025
- CORE PRODUCTION METHODS AND ENVIRONMENT (GCAS++)
- The Ghana Core Agriculture and Production Methods and Environment (Core PME) Survey for the Baseline Assessment of Phase 2 of the Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ 2.0) is a nationwide survey that aims to collect the needed data for informed decision-making in the agricultural sector, while ensuring sustainable growth and development.
- Contacted consumers from prepared list to conduct interviews to obtain information.
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
04.2024 - 11.2024
- CROP CUTTING SURVEY (Major and Minor Seasons) - GCAS++
- A crop-cutting survey is a method used to estimate crop yields by physically harvesting and weighing crops from a designated area within a field. This technique is employed in both major and minor cropping seasons to gather data on agricultural production and productivity. The data collected helps in estimating crop yields at the district, regional, and national levels, informing agricultural policies and planning.
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Bono
04.2024 - 05.2024
- NON-STANDARD UNIT SURVEY.
- A study was conducted to understand how agricultural produce and food commodities are measured and sold in markets and households, using non-standard units, despite Ghana's adoption of the metric system. .
- Communicated clearly with respondents to explain survey purpose.
- Maintained confidentiality of respondent information throughout processes.
SUPERVISOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
01.2024 - 03.2024
- ' INTEGRATED BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT SURVEY I (IBES 1)'
- Conducted community and institutional entry.
- Ensured that logistics are available for all field operations.
- Discussed with team members on effective ways to execute tasks, whilst upholding data quality standards.
- Conducted regular spot checks and re-interviews to ensure data quality.
- Helped in conflict resolution.
- Trained staff on data collection techniques and survey methodologies.
- Reviewed and validated incoming data for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed communication between field teams and management offices.
FACILITATOR/SUPERVISOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 2021 POPULATION AND HOUSING CENSUS.
- The Ghana 2021 Population and Housing Census, the sixth since independence, was a fully digital census aimed to provide updated demographic, social, and economic data for research, policy, and planning.
- Facilitated the training of field officers.
- Ensured that field logistics and administrative arrangements are in place for the survey.
- Identified and provided solutions to all field-related issues in collaboration with the regional team.
- Conducted regular spot checks and re-interviews to ascertain data quality.
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
Ahafo
11.2019 - 01.2020
- COMPREHENSIVE FOOD SECURITY AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT SURVEY (CFSVA)
- The 2020 Comprehensive Food Security and Vulnerability (CFSVA) report is the most comprehensive food security assessment yet undertaken in Ghana. One of the objectives of the CFSVA is to help identify where, when, and who Ghana’s food insecure individuals are, as the basis for remedial policy action to tackle food insecurity, including the targeting of Food and Nutrition Security (FNS) social protection programs, and building disaster preparedness and response capabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Statistics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi06-2026
Skills
- Research and data collection
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Professionalism and ethics
Projects
Dissemination of Report on Strengthening Statistics in the Nation Development Planning, District Core Indicators and 2017 Annual Progress Report, Ghana Statistical Service Validation of District Core Indicators for MMDA Performance Management, National Development Planning Commission Data Management and Phytosanitary Measures and Standard Operating Procedure in East Africa, Local Government Service/Ghana Statistical Service A Training Workshop for Assistant Statisticians, Local Government Service/Ghana Statistical Service
Timeline
ZONAL COORDINATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
07.2025 - 09.2025
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
01.2025 - 03.2025
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
04.2024 - 11.2024
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
04.2024 - 05.2024
SUPERVISOR
Ghana Statistical Service
01.2024 - 03.2024
FACILITATOR/SUPERVISOR
Ghana Statistical Service
06.2021 - 08.2021
PRICE COLLECTOR/MARKET READER
Ghana Statistical Service
01.2021 - Current
ENUMERATOR
Ghana Statistical Service
11.2019 - 01.2020
STATISTICIAN
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE/TANO SOUTH MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY
06.2019 - Current
STATISTICIAN
Ghana Statistical Service
06.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Applied Statistics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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