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Elvis Kwabena Asare Nkrumah

Data Scientist | Tech Community Builder | Data Evangelist | Mentor | Data for Health, Agric and Energy

Based in Accra, Greater Accra, GHA

About

Data scientist and researcher combining technical expertise in Computer Science and Statistics with a passion for solving real-world challenges in health, environment, and development. Experienced in machine learning, data visualization, and statistical modeling, and known for leading data-driven projects, mentoring peers, and fostering collaborative learning communities.

Skills

Projects

Experience

Mar 2025-Oct 2025

Data Science Intern, Green Energy Transitions Africa (GETA) Solutions

1. Performed geospatial and data-driven analysis for a solar feasibility study, identifying three optimal deployment zones. 2. Designed and delivered a technical webinar on stranded energy assets to 30+ participants, enhancing public understanding of sustainable energy solutions.

Jun – Sept 2024

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Intern, UGBS Nest

1. Assisted the MEL Officer in designing and implementing monitoring frameworks, improving survey data accuracy across 23 innovation teams. 2. Supported data collection, validation, and analysis for a market research survey (n=300+) under the SVSP project in collaboration with Imperial College London and Impact Hub Accra

Nov 2024 - April 2025

Research & Grant Intern, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Ghana

1. Contributed to successful grant proposals, securing funding for chapter initiatives. 2. Produced impact reports for donor engagement and university partners.

Feb 2025 - April 2025

Extern, National Geographic Society + The Nature Conservancy Remote Externship

1. Assessed flood risk in Accra using ArcGIS and remote sensing, identifying 6+ high-risk settlements. 2. Proposed conservation-based mitigation strategies with potential 20–30% runoff reduction..

Nov 2025 - Current

Junior Data Scientist

1. Collaborate with the IT & Digital Transformation and Research Teams to design and implement data-driven solutions for sustainability and energy transition projects. 2. Conduct exploratory and statistical analyses on renewable energy, carbon transition, and development datasets to support policy insights and client reports. 3. Apply machine learning and predictive modeling to assess stranded assets and climate-related risks in African energy systems. 4. Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations using Power BI and Python to communicate project outcomes to stakeholders and partners.

Education

2022-2025

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Statistics

Relevant Courses: Data Mining, Information Visualisation, Statistical Models and Methods for Data Science, Human Computer Interaction, Statistical Computing with R, Calculus I & II, Advanced Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Research Methods