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Montaha Afana

Data Analyst | Power BI, SQL, Python | Dashboards & Machine Learning | MSc AI & Data Analytics

United Kingdom

9+ years of work experience

TELUS Digital AI Data Solutions
Sep 202510 mosPresent

United Kingdom

I work on data analysis and AI projects, supporting teams with data-driven insights and reporting. • Built and maintained data pipelines across HR, sales, and education datasets • Cleaned and transformed large datasets, handling missing values and inconsistencies • Designed and developed interactive Power BI dashboards to track performance and identify trends • Used DAX measures to create dynamic and user-focused reports • Merged datasets using SQL to create structured data for analysis • Prepared and validated data for machine learning models • Presented insights to stakeholders to support decision-making • Improved data quality by identifying and resolving inconsistencies
Excelledia Ventures
Mar 20254 mosJun 2025

-Contributed to agile delivery projects related to data collection and analysis. -Collaborated with a distributed, cross-functional team to define data needs. -Performed data-level debugging to ensure data integrity and quality. -Translated business needs into technical specifications for software design. -Worked with large sets of structured and unstructured data.
Emirates School Establishment
Jan 20203 yrs 7 mosJul 2023

United Arab Emirates

-Designed and implemented data-driven teaching strategies to improve student outcomes. -Applied AI model validation techniques to monitor and evaluate student performance. -Fostered collaborative learning environments through interactive lessons.
The Tutor Trust & Prestige Tuition Centre
Oct 20154 yrs 10 mosJul 2020

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

- Developed learning plans based on data analysis of student progress. - Delivered tailored one-on-one and group tutoring for GCSE Math students.
The Claims Guys
Jul 20192 mosAug 2019

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

- Processed and analysed confidential customer data using Excel and internal software. - Ensured accuracy and compliance while handling sensitive information, including bank details. - Conducted customer outreach to verify data integrity and improve service delivery. - Identified trends in customer data to optimize business processes and improve efficiency.

Education

University of Bradford School of Management

MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence Data Analytics

University of Bradford School of Management

20241 yr2025
The University of Manchester

Civil Engineering

The University of Manchester

20156 yrs2021

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Headline

Data Analyst | Power BI, SQL, Python | Dashboards & Machine Learning | MSc AI & Data Analytics

About

Detail-oriented AI & Data Analyst with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling. Proficient in leveraging analytical tools like Python, R, SAS, and advanced Excel to extract actionable insights and support business objectives. With a background in Civil Engineering and a passion for data analytics, I transitioned into AI and data science to apply my analytical mindset to solving real-world challenges. Currently pursuing an MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics at the University of Bradford, where I am working on data analytics in the education sector, developing models to predict student well-being using emotional and performance metrics. Key skills: ✅ Data Analysis & Visualisation (Python, R, SAS, Excel) ✅ Predictive Analytics & Machine Learning ✅ Statistical Modeling & Big Data Strategy ✅ Business Intelligence & Data-Driven Decision Making ✅ Stakeholder Engagement & Problem-Solving Passionate about turning raw data into meaningful insights that drive impact. Open to opportunities in AI & Data Analytics—let’s connect!

Location

United Kingdom

Work experience

Data & AI Analyst at TELUS Digital AI Data Solutions, Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos, United Kingdom, I work on data analysis and AI projects, supporting teams with data-driven insights and reporting. • Built and maintained data pipelines across HR, sales, and education datasets • Cleaned and transformed large datasets, handling missing values and inconsistencies • Designed and developed interactive Power BI dashboards to track performance and identify trends • Used DAX measures to create dynamic and user-focused reports • Merged datasets using SQL to create structured data for analysis • Prepared and validated data for machine learning models • Presented insights to stakeholders to support decision-making • Improved data quality by identifying and resolving inconsistencies

Business Analyst at Excelledia Ventures, Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 · 4 mos, -Contributed to agile delivery projects related to data collection and analysis. -Collaborated with a distributed, cross-functional team to define data needs. -Performed data-level debugging to ensure data integrity and quality. -Translated business needs into technical specifications for software design. -Worked with large sets of structured and unstructured data.

Maths Teacher at Emirates School Establishment, Jan 2020 - Jul 2023 · 3 yrs 7 mos, United Arab Emirates, -Designed and implemented data-driven teaching strategies to improve student outcomes. -Applied AI model validation techniques to monitor and evaluate student performance. -Fostered collaborative learning environments through interactive lessons.

Maths & Science Tutor at The Tutor Trust & Prestige Tuition Centre, Oct 2015 - Jul 2020 · 4 yrs 10 mos, Manchester, England, United Kingdom, - Developed learning plans based on data analysis of student progress. - Delivered tailored one-on-one and group tutoring for GCSE Math students.

Data Analyst at The Claims Guys, Jul 2019 - Aug 2019 · 2 mos, Manchester, England, United Kingdom, - Processed and analysed confidential customer data using Excel and internal software. - Ensured accuracy and compliance while handling sensitive information, including bank details. - Conducted customer outreach to verify data integrity and improve service delivery. - Identified trends in customer data to optimize business processes and improve efficiency.

Education

MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence Data Analytics, University of Bradford School of Management

Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering, The University of Manchester