I’m Yousef Khalaf, a data analyst and information management professional with hands-on humanitarian field experience in Gaza, where I collected, verified, cleaned, validated, and reported data using tools like KoboToolbox and ODK. I support MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) processes by maintaining beneficiary and program databases, strengthening data quality through DQA checks, and ensuring confidentiality and data protection at every step. Alongside field work, I use Python, SQL, and Power BI to turn messy data into clear insights through dashboards, reports, and structured data workflows. I’ve also delivered training in Data Science, ML & AI, and I enjoy building practical projects—like interactive dashboards and AI-powered information assistants—that help teams move faster with evidence-based decision-making.…

Yousef Khalaf

I’m Yousef Khalaf, a data analyst and information management professional with hands-on humanitarian field experience in Gaza, where I collected, verified, cleaned, validated, and reported data using tools like KoboToolbox and ODK. I support MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) processes by maintaining beneficiary and program databases, strengthening data quality through DQA checks, and ensuring confidentiality and data protection at every step. Alongside field work, I use Python, SQL, and Power BI to turn messy data into clear insights through dashboards, reports, and structured data workflows. I’ve also delivered training in Data Science, ML & AI, and I enjoy building practical projects—like interactive dashboards and AI-powered information assistants—that help teams move faster with evidence-based decision-making.…

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I’m Yousef Khalaf, a data analyst and information management professional with hands-on humanitarian field experience in Gaza, where I collected, verified, cleaned, validated, and reported data using tools like KoboToolbox and ODK. I support MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) processes by maintaining beneficiary and program databases, strengthening data quality through DQA checks, and ensuring confidentiality and data protection at every step.

Alongside field work, I use Python, SQL, and Power BI to turn messy data into clear insights through dashboards, reports, and structured data workflows. I’ve also delivered training in Data Science, ML & AI, and I enjoy building practical projects—like interactive dashboards and AI-powered information assistants—that help teams move faster with evidence-based decision-making.

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Work Experience

Data Science, ML & AI Instructor at SU SkillUp
February 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Delivered a specialized 40-hour training on Data Science and Machine Learning, covering core algorithms and practical implementation using tools like scikit-learn. Led a 25-hour workshop on employing AI tools, emphasizing practical workflows for digital reporting and structured data processes. Developed training documentation, step-by-step guides, and materials to support participant learning.
Data Analyst – Information Management Department at Culture & Free Thought Association (CFTA)
August 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Collected, verified, cleaned, and maintained beneficiary and program datasets with a focus on safe handling and confidentiality. Performed data quality assurance (DQA) by detecting inconsistencies, duplicates, and missing records using advanced Excel and data profiling techniques. Supported information management through data entry, validation, and database maintenance, including structured electronic documentation and digital archiving. Built Excel reporting and dynamic Power BI dashboards with DAX to support operational monitoring and decision-making, and prepared statistical summaries and analytical reports with project teams.
Computer Vision Engineer at Independent Project
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Developed a CNN-based dog breed classifier using TensorFlow, Keras and OpenCV. Implemented data augmentation, model training, and evaluation; achieved high accuracy.
Dog Breed Classification Project
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Built a deep learning model using CNNs to classify dog breeds from images. Used TensorFlow, Keras, OpenCV. Applied data augmentation and achieved high classification accuracy.
Data Collector at International Medical Corps (IMC)
July 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Conducted site- and household-level data collection using KoboToolbox and ODK. Ensured accurate data entry, verification, and initial quality checks for nutrition and health assessments, while adhering to beneficiary confidentiality and data protection guidelines during field activities.
Data Scientist at Independent Project
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Bulldozer Price Prediction: built a regression/classification model to estimate used bulldozer prices from sales data. Used Random Forest, Scikit-Learn, Pandas; performed data cleaning and grid search optimization.
Bulldozer Price Prediction Project
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Developed a regression model to predict the price of used bulldozers based on sales data. Used Random Forest Regressor, Scikit-Learn, NumPy, Pandas. Performed data cleaning and tuned the model with Grid Search CV.
ML Engineer (Healthcare Analytics) at Independent Project
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Heart Disease Prediction Project: developed a classifier to predict the likelihood of heart disease from medical records. Used Pandas, Scikit-Learn; evaluated with accuracy and confusion matrix.
Heart Disease Prediction Project
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Built a classifier to predict the likelihood of heart disease based on medical records. Used Pandas, Scikit-Learn, Matplotlib, Seaborn. Evaluated using accuracy score and confusion matrix.
Online Machine Learning & Data Science Course at Udemy / Zero to Mastery
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Completed the Complete Machine Learning and Data Science: Zero to Mastery program.

Education

Bachelor of Software Engineering at University of Palestine
September 11, 2019 - November 6, 2025
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Specialization: Data Science) at University of Palestine
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate: Complete Machine Learning & Data Science - Zero to Mastery
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization