Data Scientist,
Evaluation professional
Evaluation professional
Patrick
Okwir
Okwir
I am a skilled data scientist and machine learning researcher with experience on non-profit and multi-country projects.
- Experience 8+ Years
- Currently Toronto, Ontatio
About Me
8+
Years
Experience
Experience
5+
Happy
Clients
Clients
1
Awards
Won
Won
I am a skilled data scientist and machine learning researcher with experience on non-profit and multi-country projects. I have exceptional analytical thinking and mathematical reasoning skills and specialize in applied machine learning research, natural language processing, deep learning, statistics, and data visualization.
I’m specifically interested in pivoting my professional interests to exercise my technical skills and business acumen — offering an invaluable blend of research, data science, consulting, and capacity-building expertise to develop efficient data pipelines.
With a career history steeped in the marriage of systems thinking, process administration, and research, I’m immersed in industry trends and practices. I have served in influential, respected positions that leverage research and data-driven approach for program improvement, strategic planning, and social good while maintaining a visionary focus.
I believe my expertise and keen analytical vision would serve you well.
My Resume
An adept Data Scientist and Evaluation Professional with a decade of experience managing monitoring and evaluation systems, research, impact investment, and performance measurement. I present an integrated skillset in program management, research, data science, analytics, capacity building, consulting, and business leadership.
I have mastered the art of cross-functional collaboration, facilitation, industry practices, and skills like — communication, story-telling, problem-solving, research, and systems thinking.
LANGUAGES & TOOLS
SQL
90%
Python
90%
VBA
90%
Tableau
90%
R
60%
EXPERTISE
Machine Learning Research
Machine Learning and Large-scale Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Retrieval, Social Media, Recommender Systems, Time-Series Forecasting Systems
Natural Language Processing
Analyzing and understanding human language using computational methods, including — classification, question answering, translation, fill mask, and sentence similarity.
Deep Learning
Utilizing neural networks with multiple layers to learn hierarchical representations from data. Areas of expertise are — computer vision, natural language processing, machine translation, and speech recognition.
Data Analytics
Finding meaning in large, unsorted amounts of data. Generating recommendations to reduce inefficiencies and costs. Reviewing marketing campaign results to understand current consumer trends and research competitors.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Using data science to support project/program implementation with accurate, evidence-based tools. Contributing to organizational learning and knowledge sharing. Upholding accountability and compliance.
Knowledge Translation
Researching and bridging the gap between research, data, practice, and or knowledge and its practical application in real-world settings to facilitate positive impact and inform decision-making.
EDUCATION
2013 - 2013
Data Science, Dip
Lighthouse Labs
2010 - 2014
Public Health
Makerere University
AWARDS
2018 - Sports Business Journal
Best Social Impact
My team and I were awarded the social impact award at the 2019 Sports Business Journal Awards in New York for our contribution to moving the needle around Social Emotional Learning and Women's sports.
2013 - Makerere Guild
Student Guild Rep
Served as an advocate for student needs, participated in decision-making processes, and service towards enhancing the student experience.
EXPERIENCE
2022 - Present
PowerPlay NYC
Data & Evaluation Manager
I ensure efficient and effective decision-making for operations and programs using data. Utilizing cutting-edge data science tools, I conduct operational research and program optimization.
2018 - 2022
PowerPlay NYC
Metrics & Evaluation Manager
Provided leadership and oversight in evaluating, reporting, learning, and engaging similar mission-based program partners and donors in evaluation and synergy of approach
2016 - 2018
Global Health Corps
Monitoring, Evaluation & Grants
Bolstered the development and implementation of a national evaluation framework among 32 national partner organizations.
My Projects
A Collection of my favorites project I’ve supported recently. Feeling great while sharing here.
Pricing Plans
Are you interested in working with me? Here is my price list for Data Science and Evaluation related work. Let's talk about the project!
Patrick is an astute and wise individual. He is delightful, fun, and straightforward to work with. Thank you for your efforts in coming up with unconventional solutions to some of the problems we've chronically endured here at PowerPlay. You are awesome!
Sheronda Pattoon
Joneé S Billy
Danessa Rodriguez
My Blog
Discover Insights and Inspiration: Explore my blog, where captivating stories and thought-provoking ideas come together to ignite your imagination.
Data Visualization
June 3, 2023
June 3, 2023
In this oh-so article, I will show a demo of how you can create plots that will make your audience go “Aha!” instead of checking their Instagram feeds during your presentation. No more awkward PyPlot visuals that elicit yawns and glazed-over eyes. Let’s dive into these magical secrets of the grammar of graphics.
Uncategorized
September 3, 2018
September 3, 2018
Through my one and half years of service, I have acquired the essential skills and shaped my leadership perspective and values through the Atlas Corps program offerings like — the global leadership labs where I have learnt from some of the worlds greatest industry professionals, system thinkers, and academicians. My host organization was instrumental in implementing my training plan and went above and beyond not only to give me the space and time to explore limitless possibilities but also the coaching and on-going mentorship that I received.
My Clients
Collaborating with Visionaries: Meet the esteemed industry leaders I've had the pleasure of partnering with, driving innovation, and achieving remarkable results.
Contact Me
+1 438 345 3921
hello@okwir.com
Toronto, Ontario, Camada.