Hello, I’m Giwa Solomon Saidu, a results-driven Data and M&E professional with extensive experience supporting health program implementation, field data management, and vaccination initiatives across Nigeria. I excel at collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data using ODK, KOBO, SQL, Power BI, and Excel, and I design monitoring frameworks that translate field data into actionable insights for program improvement and donor reporting. I thrive in cross-functional teams, coordinating field operations and engaging stakeholders to support strategic decisions. With experience spanning health, education, and social impact projects for organizations like 60Decibels, AMDARI, SFH, DICON, and the University of Jos, I am committed to data integrity and timely reporting. I leverage data visualization and analytics to optimize program delivery, improve immunization coverage, and inform funding decisions by international organizations. I am passionate about continuous learning and applying analytics to drive better health outcomes.

GIWA SOLOMON SAIDU

Hello, I’m Giwa Solomon Saidu, a results-driven Data and M&E professional with extensive experience supporting health program implementation, field data management, and vaccination initiatives across Nigeria. I excel at collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data using ODK, KOBO, SQL, Power BI, and Excel, and I design monitoring frameworks that translate field data into actionable insights for program improvement and donor reporting. I thrive in cross-functional teams, coordinating field operations and engaging stakeholders to support strategic decisions. With experience spanning health, education, and social impact projects for organizations like 60Decibels, AMDARI, SFH, DICON, and the University of Jos, I am committed to data integrity and timely reporting. I leverage data visualization and analytics to optimize program delivery, improve immunization coverage, and inform funding decisions by international organizations. I am passionate about continuous learning and applying analytics to drive better health outcomes.

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Hello, I’m Giwa Solomon Saidu, a results-driven Data and M&E professional with extensive experience supporting health program implementation, field data management, and vaccination initiatives across Nigeria. I excel at collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data using ODK, KOBO, SQL, Power BI, and Excel, and I design monitoring frameworks that translate field data into actionable insights for program improvement and donor reporting. I thrive in cross-functional teams, coordinating field operations and engaging stakeholders to support strategic decisions.

With experience spanning health, education, and social impact projects for organizations like 60Decibels, AMDARI, SFH, DICON, and the University of Jos, I am committed to data integrity and timely reporting. I leverage data visualization and analytics to optimize program delivery, improve immunization coverage, and inform funding decisions by international organizations. I am passionate about continuous learning and applying analytics to drive better health outcomes.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Data Research Assistant at 60Decibels
March 1, 2026 - Present
Conducted remote phone surveys with customers, clients, and program beneficiaries across diverse communities as part of a global social impact measurement network spanning 75+ countries. Collected quantitative and qualitative data using structured instruments, ensuring data integrity and governance per the organization's standards. Entered responses verbatim into the 60dB digital platform in English to produce complete, actionable datasets for downstream analysis. Performed qualitative coding and data quality assurance on field-collected responses to improve accuracy for international clients. Onboarded with project teams to understand client sectors, target populations, and data collection objectives. Built rapport with respondents from diverse backgrounds, achieving high completion rates while minimizing biases. Collaborated remotely with project coordinators to meet daily survey targets and timelines. Contributed to measurement projects across health, financial inclusion, agricultur
Data Analytics Consultant at AMDARI
May 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Designed and delivered end-to-end data analytics solutions using SQL and Excel, improving data processing efficiency and reducing reporting turnaround time by 40%. Developed interactive Power BI dashboards and KPI reporting frameworks enabling real-time performance tracking and improving decision-making speed by 30%. Extracted, cleaned, and analyzed large datasets, improving data accuracy and reducing inconsistencies by 25%. Translated complex business requirements into structured analytical models, achieving 95% stakeholder satisfaction and requirement alignment. Conducted trend, variance, and performance analyses identifying inefficiencies that improved operational performance by 20%. Automated recurring reporting processes using Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables) and SQL scripts, reducing manual effort by 50%. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights supporting strategic decisions with 15–25% improvement in key business outcomes.
Operations Data Analyst at Society for Family Health (SFH) – Donor-funded Health Program
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Cleaned, validated, and analyzed program data using ODK, KOBO, and ANRiN applications, achieving 90%+ data reporting accuracy across field operations. Built automated Excel tracking models for logistics and commodity distribution, improving stock reconciliation accuracy and accountability by 25%. Designed structured data-driven monitoring frameworks that improved coordination and timely delivery of health program activities across multiple LGAs. Conducted data validation and quality assurance checks on field-collected datasets, improving consistency and reliability for program reporting. Produced performance and monitoring reports translating raw field data into actionable insights for program improvement, donor updates, and stakeholder decision-making. Supported vaccination campaign data collection and analysis, tracking immunization coverage indicators and identifying operational gaps for corrective action.
Data Analyst at DICON
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Developed automated Excel-based data models and reporting tools, improving reporting efficiency by 40% and significantly reducing manual processing workload. Designed production KPI dashboards tracking operational performance and strengthening decision-making alignment across supply chain and production teams. Performed inventory and production data analysis, optimizing raw material usage and reducing production downtime by 20%. Conducted root cause analysis on operational datasets, identifying inefficiencies that reduced defect rates by 10%. Documented production workflows and standard operating procedures using structured data formats, improving process consistency and knowledge retention.
Data Analyst at University of Jos
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Supported academic research projects with data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting, improving research output quality across multiple departments. Automated grading and results collation using Excel, achieving 100% compliance with institutional standards and reducing processing time by 30%. Designed structured data entry and results reporting templates, improving accuracy and consistency in academic reporting workflows. Maintained research datasets and documentation, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for academic reporting and review.

Education

M.Sc. Science Technology Education (Educational Technology) at University of Jos
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
B.Sc. Technology Education (First-Class) at Federal University of Technology Minna
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Data Analytics – 10Alytics
January 1, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Data Analytics Job Simulation – Deloitte
January 1, 2025 - May 10, 2026
Foundations: Data, Data Everywhere – Coursera / Google
January 1, 2025 - May 10, 2026
Asking Questions for Data -Driven Decision Making – Coursera
January 1, 2025 - May 10, 2026
Business Intelligence Analysis – Udemy
January 1, 2025 - May 10, 2026
Introduction to Career Skills in Data Analytics – LinkedIn
January 1, 2025 - May 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services