ASIYA SABIU SULAIMAN

Data Science Professional
Kano, NG.

About

Results-driven Data Science professional with proven expertise in data digitization, analysis, and insight generation, certified by the Federal Government's 3MTT program in Data Science & Machine Learning. Adept at translating complex data into actionable business decisions, leveraging strong analytical skills, cross-cultural communication in English and Hausa, and a passion for driving economic inclusion and digital development across northern Nigeria.

Work

UNETHealth
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Data Science Lead (Volunteer)

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Led data digitization and analysis efforts for UNETHealth, transforming raw survey responses into structured datasets to inform strategic business decisions.

Highlights

Transformed over 300 raw survey responses into clean, structured datasets within tight deadlines, directly enabling data-driven strategic business decisions.

Developed and implemented analytical frameworks to pinpoint critical supply chain inefficiencies in northern Nigeria, translating complex data into actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.

Established rapid feedback mechanisms with leadership, ensuring 99% data accuracy and maintaining stringent field-level quality control under high-pressure conditions.

Amanat Trust Healthcare Limited
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Receptionist & Patient Records Officer

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed high-volume patient data and coordinated cross-functional workflows, enhancing operational efficiency and data governance.

Highlights

Managed high-volume patient data, utilizing Microsoft Excel to streamline record-keeping and generate critical business reports, enhancing operational data management efficiency.

Ensured strict data confidentiality and accuracy for sensitive patient records, upholding professional integrity and adhering to stringent governance standards.

Optimized cross-functional scheduling and internal workflows, improving operational efficiency by 15% and enhancing overall process management capabilities.

DL4ALL Initiative – Mind the Gap
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Digital Literacy Champion & Community Trainer

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Trained women and youth in digital literacy, restructured program delivery for inclusivity, and reported participant progress to drive community development.

Highlights

Led the onboarding and training of 500+ women and youth in underserved northern Nigerian communities on essential digital tools, effectively bridging the digital divide through bilingual instruction (English and Hausa).

Proactively restructured program delivery mid-session, ensuring 100% participation and comprehension for non-English speakers by adapting content when co-facilitators lacked Hausa proficiency.

Developed and implemented systems to track and report participant progress and outcomes, generating comprehensive performance reports that informed program improvements and strategic planning.

Gwagwarwa Primary Health Centre
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Health Intern - Hypertension Unit (NYSC)

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Collected, managed, and reported clinical data for the Hypertension Unit, while identifying gaps in digital health reporting systems.

Highlights

Collected, managed, and reported structured clinical data for the Hypertension Unit, ensuring rigorous documentation and adherence to data governance standards in a community health setting.

Identified critical gaps in existing digital health reporting systems, proposing process improvements that enhanced data accuracy and responsiveness to community health needs.

Education

Bayero University Kano
Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

B.Sc.

Human Physiology

Grade: 3.3/5.0

Courses

Final Year Research: Clinical data study using biostatistical methods

Languages

Hausa
English
French

Certificates

Microsoft Business Analyst Professional Certificate

Issued By

Coursera

3MTT Data Science & Machine Learning Certificate

Issued By

Federal Government of Nigeria

McKinsey Forward Programme

Issued By

McKinsey

Elements of AI

Issued By

University of Helsinki

Skills

Data & Analytics

Data Analysis, Data Digitisation, KPI Reporting, Data Quality Management, Biostatistics.

Tools & Technology

Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI, KoboToolbox, Microsoft Office Suite.

Field & Community

Digital Literacy Training, Community Engagement, Trader Onboarding, Trust Building.

Soft Skills

Communication, Adaptability, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Cross-cultural Collaboration.