Tosin Harold Akingbemisilu

About Me

Hi! I’m Tosin Harold, a Microsoft certified data scientist and Machine Learning Engineer, with more than 10 years successful experience across diverse industries, and mostly in the public health sector. Possess quality experience wrangling big data and building predictive models using data science, machine learning and deep learning techniques, and building dashboards to enhance real-time business insights. Has a goal of intensively using data to improve businesses, public health and humanitarian interventions in order to improve lives.

I enjoy programming and coding, collaborating on open-source and data science projects on Github, and possess a good understanding of different ML Techniques: Regression, Classification, Clustering, Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Recommendation Engine and Natural Language Processing.

My educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Wales, a Master of Science in Data Science from the University of East London, and professional certifications in data analytics, data science, and machine learning.  I have a desire for learning and seek out challenges in the workplace to further my development and sense of fulfillment. This passion for learning has always inspired and stimulated me to do more and to make a difference wherever I find myself.

I'm recognized consistently for excellent performance, commitment and valuable contributions to any organization I have worked for. I am constantly broadening my data skill set, and I am eager to continue learning new methodologies in a challenging and fast-paced environment.

Education

MSc Data Science

2021 - 2023 University of East London

Core modules: Mental Wealth: Professional Life (Data Ecology) Quantitative Data Analysis Spatial Data Analysis Advanced Decision Making: Predictive Analytics & Machine Learning

MBA Business Administration and Management

2018 - 2021 University of South Wales

Core modules: Leadership and Management Theories; Strategic Systems Thinking; Strategic Analysis - tools and techniques; Strategic Financial Management; Research Methods; Strategic Marketing; Strategic Operations Management and Operational Research

BSc Pure Chemistry

2006 - 2010 University of Jos

Grade: Second Class Upper

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate

2022 Microsoft

Designing and creating a suitable working environment for data science workloads; exploring data; training machine learning models; implementing pipelines; running jobs to prepare for production; and managing, deploying, and monitoring scalable machine learning solutions.

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals

2022 Microsoft

Artificial Intelligence workloads and considerations, fundamental principles of machine learning on Azure, features of computer vision workloads on Azure, Natural Language Processing (NLP) workloads on Azure.

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals

2022 Microsoft

Building solutions with Microsoft Power Platform, Automating basic business processes with Power Automate and creating simple Power Apps experiences, Performing data analysis with Power BI and building practical chatbots with Power Virtual Agents.

Complete Machine Learning and Data Science Bootcamp

2022 Zero to Mastery Academy

Python for Data Analysis and Visualization, Supervised learning (Regression and Classification), Neural Networks (Deep Learning, Transfer Learning and Tensorflow2), Storytelling and communication.

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

2022 Google

Data Preparation and Processing, Databases and SQL, Spreadsheets, Data Analysis and Visualization with R, Presentations.

Advanced Excel Skills for Business Specialization

2020 Macquarie University

Data validation, Data cleaning, Macros, Excel VBA, Pivot table, Dashboard, Advanced functions and lookup, automation.

Experience

Data Scientist

Jun 2023 - Current

Providing data expertise guidance and backstopping to an interdisciplinary scientists in the African region through the full research cycle from design, statistical analysis to publication and dissemination.

Senior Information and Communication Technology Specialist

Apr 2020 - Jun 2023 Palladium Group

Conducting statistical analysis using different data science and machine learning techniques. Creating designs to support the presentation of reports and statistical data using infographics and other interactive media. Developing analytic dashboards, activity trackers and visualizers to aid performance evaluation of the program and government policies, programs, and services.

Monitoring & Evaluation / ICT Health Specialist

Jan 2019 - Apr 2020 Palladium Group

Responsible for monitoring state-level project performance; harnessing and analyzing data and results to measure state-level outcomes and project impact.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Mar 2017 - Nov 2018 Center for Research and Preventive Health Care

Responsible for ensuring efficiency and quality across program data management and tools, process and performance indicators, and up-to-date and on-time reporting to program donors.

Information System and Technology Administrator (Contract)

Nov 2015 - Feb 2017 Nigerian Shippers Council

Responsible for providing information system, technology and data solutions in the execution of the national plan - the implementation of the Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) scheme on regulation and facilitation of International Trade.

Management Information System/DHIS Consultant; Research & Evaluation

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 Society for Family Health

Responsible for maintaining and monitoring Society for Family Health's data and databases, to improve availability and use of monitoring and evaluation data process for program planning, evaluation, policy & advocacy at national and state level.

IT Support Consultant

Aug 2012 - Dec 2013 Forward Investment Ltd.

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the company computer systems, installations, and configuration of hardware and software, and solving technical issues as they arise.

Technical Skills

SQL

Python Programming

R Programming

Excel (Advanced)

Pandas

Numpy

Scikit-Learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Spark

Google Looker Studio

Tableau

Power BI

Pydash

Matplotlib

Azure

Web Scraping

Communication

Scrum

Collaboration

What I Can Do

Database Management

Database Management

I design quality digital data collection tools using SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics and ODK XLSforms scripts deployed on Ona or kobotoolbox. I also harvest, transform, and store data in an adequate format for use. This includes automating workflows, creation of data related reports and management of data warehouse.

Data Visualization

Data Visualization

I have extensive knowledge of data visualization best-practices and experience creating interactive tools, dynamic dashboards and infographics that can be utilized online or in print. I create dashboards using Advanced Excel, Tableau, Data Studio, Power BI or ARCGIS for dynamic and static visualizations.

Data Science, ML & AI

Data Science, ML & AI

Can implement a variety of machine learning algorithms, including regression, decision trees, support vector machines (SVMs), random forests, gradient boosting, and neural networks to build predictive models, find unseen patterns, derive meaningful information, and make business decisions.

Testimonials

Coffee Disease Image Classification – Transfer Learning
Coffee Disease Image Classification – Transfer Learning
Data Science, ML & AI
Autism Prediction in Toddlers
Autism Prediction in Toddlers
Data Science, ML & AI
Solar PV Tracking System
Solar PV Tracking System
Dashboards
Nigeria Interstate Relocation Guide – Price Prediction and Recommendation System
Nigeria Interstate Relocation Guide – Price Prediction and Recommendation System
Data Science, ML & AI
End to End Dog Vision Deep Learning Project
End to End Dog Vision Deep Learning Project
Data Science, ML & AI
Bulldozer Sale Price Prediction
Bulldozer Sale Price Prediction
Data Science, ML & AI
Routine Monitoring and Mentoring Dashboard
Routine Monitoring and Mentoring Dashboard
Dashboards
Heart Disease Prediction
Heart Disease Prediction
Data Science, ML & AI
Training Tracker and Dashboard
Training Tracker and Dashboard
Dashboards
Facilities Commodity Stockout Reporting Dashboard
Facilities Commodity Stockout Reporting Dashboard
Dashboards
Divvy Top Bikers Station
Divvy Top Bikers Station
Dashboards
Netflix Movie Rating: TV-MA Unleashed
Netflix Movie Rating: TV-MA Unleashed
Dashboards
Facilities Service Availability Mapping
Facilities Service Availability Mapping
Dashboards
Nigerian States Sustainability Tracking Dashboard
Nigerian States Sustainability Tracking Dashboard
Dashboards

Get in Touch

Abuja, Nigeria
tosinakingbemisilu@gmail.com
+234 703 617 6419
Available for Freelance and Remote Opportunities

Contact Form