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Niushad Saeed

Liverpool,Australia

Summary

Data Scientist with expertise in AI-driven solution development and data analytics across multiple domains. Holds a Master of Data Science from the University of Sydney, with advanced skills in Python, R, SQL, and tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Experienced in data mining, data wrangling, scalable pipeline development, data visualization, and building AI models. Delivered data-driven solutions in business analytics, sustainability, and social protection, working with multilateral agencies to support evidence-based decision-making.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Director

Islamic Development Bank & Ministry of Economic Development
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Project Name: Support People's Livelihoods in the Fishery Sector in Maldives through Sustainable Energy Project
  • Led components supporting climate-resilient fishing and energy transition
  • Integrated environmental and climate data to support informed decision-making

Deputy Project Director

World Bank & Ministry of Economic Development
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Project Name: Maldives COVID-19 Emergency Income Support Project
  • Managed outreach, grievance handling, and beneficiary verification
  • Contributed to social protection reforms, including unemployment insurance and pension redesign

Junior Analyst

Morteza Capital Ltd
08.2020 - 12.2023
  • Built financial models for investment appraisal and risk analysis
  • Prepared proposals and pitch decks to support capital raising efforts
  • Conducted market research and assisted in due diligence activities

Consultant

Ministry of Economic Development, Maldives
07.2019 - 12.2023
  • Advised on trade, labour, and investment policy using data-driven analysis
  • Led labour market analytics using R, Python, and SQL
  • Built dashboards to support evidence-based policymaking
  • Extracted insights from socioeconomic data to inform national strategies
  • Partnered with global agencies on research and policy alignment
  • Supported green jobs and renewable energy initiatives through research
  • Advanced SME ecosystem development with BCC and SDFC

Research Assistant

Maldives Monetary Authority
02.2017 - 07.2019
  • Conducted research on macroeconomic and monetary policy indicators
  • Analyzed time-series data using statistical tools to support economic insights
  • Drafted policy briefs and supported survey design for data-driven research

Deputy Officer, Audit & Investigation

Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Conducted tax audits and compliance checks on corporations and partnerships
  • Assessed financial records to identify tax discrepancies and liabilities
  • Profiled taxpayers and prepared audit reports with recommended actions

Education

Student - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)
UK
06.2025

Master of Data Science -

University of Sydney
AU
01.2025

Bachelor of Economics -

University of Queensland
AU
01.2016

Skills

  • AI & Machine learning
  • Data analytics and visualization
  • Economic and financial modeling
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Project management

Languages

English: Fluent, Dhivehi: Fluent

References

  • Neeza, Imad, Former Minister of State for Economic Development, Maldives, n_imad@hotmail.com
  • Ghaly, Murthala, Managing Director, ghaly.murthala@mortezacapital.com, Morteza Capital Ltd
  • Shuhad, Ibrahim, Consultant, shuhad.ibrahim@trade.gov.mv, Ministry of State for Economic Development, Maldives

Accomplishments

  • Australia Awards Scholar - 2014
  • Australia Awards Scholar - 2023

Publications

  • Maldives Minimum Wage Report - 2019
  • Co-author & analyst

Training

  • Professional Communication & Presentation Skills, 2025 (University of Adelaide)
  • Tableau for Data Scientists, 2024 (LinkedIn Learning)
  • Debt Sustainability Analysis, 2018 (International Monetary Fund (IMF))
  • Certificate I in Taxation, 2018 (Maldives Inland Revenue Authority)

PROFICIENT SOFTWARE & TOOLS

  • Data Science & Statistical Analysis: Python, R, SQL, Stata, EViews
  • Data Visualization & Business Intelligence: Power BI, Microsoft Excel (advanced), Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn
  • Data Management & Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL
  • Office & Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Planner), Asana
  • Cloud tools & Platforms: AWS, MS Azure, Google Colab, Github

Timeline

Project Director

Islamic Development Bank & Ministry of Economic Development
11.2022 - 12.2023

Deputy Project Director

World Bank & Ministry of Economic Development
01.2021 - 12.2023

Junior Analyst

Morteza Capital Ltd
08.2020 - 12.2023

Consultant

Ministry of Economic Development, Maldives
07.2019 - 12.2023

Research Assistant

Maldives Monetary Authority
02.2017 - 07.2019

Deputy Officer, Audit & Investigation

Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)
01.2011 - 01.2013

Student - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)

Master of Data Science -

University of Sydney

Bachelor of Economics -

University of Queensland
Niushad Saeed