Shahzad Asghar SPSS Analyst
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Shahzad Asghar Arain M.Phil (Computer Science) Data Management Expert
226 –B, Street 16 Rawal Town Islamabad, Pakistan- 44000 M: +92-312-5149114 E: [email protected] Profile I have been an essential part of that team of project managers and analysts whose primary task is and has been to collect, analyze, report and present—in a timely fashion—AA and competitive customer satisfaction data derived from surveys, focus groups and special and strategic research projects. In addition to team leadership, high-level presentations and project management, my particular contributions lie in research design, SPSS programming, statistics, data analysis and web-based information sharing
Skill Summery
Both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies Survey design and testing, including factor analysis and reliability analysis Statistical analysis Sample design Expert in SPSS, especially in the areas of data management and manipulation, data analysis and report automation. The computer program SPSS (originally, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) was released in its first version in the 1960’s, and is among the most widely-used programs for statistical analysis in social science Beta tester for SPSS Version 14 Member of the SPSS Market Advisory Council Author of Diverse Cultures/Uncommon Skills: Profiles of Six SPSS Experts, a web site devoted to interviews with SPSS experts around the world, including photographs and samples of problem solutions . MANAGER DATA MANAGEMENT
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JUNE -2006 – TO DATE
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Designed and developed online MIS system Designed and developed Web based GIS integrated MIS system Designed and developed Online National database MOHR Writing SOPs for operations / Training Plan and manage the communications, networking, routing and security
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aspects. Installation of new servers and new products, Overall to maintain the smooth services and to lead the Customer support/Network department, also involved in Management decisions Maintain the Oracle database (Backup, upgrade) Plan & conduct trainings for users on LAN operations, procedures & provide desktop support Successfully recovered systems from major hacker attacks and virus outbreaks General Level (client end) Linux based Proxy & Mail servers management Coordinate & Standardized the data management activities at National & provincial level Analyzing the National data sets by using SPSS Cleaning and Analysis of SPSS data set’s Prepared National Data Flat files for report. Implementation & maintenance of Geographical Information System (GIS) Installation and designed of Wi-Fi network with network admin Supervising Open source based Local Area Network Helping out administration to procurement of new hardware and software. DATABASE MAY 2004-AUGUST THE AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMER 2005
Karachi Pakistan Donor Name: Johan Hopkins University USA Key Responsibilities:
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Working on different community based research projects related to public health with international organizations like (WHO, UNICEF, JHU Save the Children etc.) Collaboration with international data management units & principle investigators for information dissemination, technical focus and operations. Designing of VB & SQL database systems, SOPs for operation, training & management. Maintaining all systems includes: Supervision of all staff including data supervisors, data analysts, senior data operators, data operators. Overseeing double data entry systems Ensuring data integrity/quality Reports/log sheets generation & checking Archiving of all forms/data. Regular field sites visits to ensure the quality of data. Liaison with other in-house departments for trouble shooting/maintenance
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COMPUTER PROGRAMMER
BELTEXCO LTD, KARACHI
AUGUST 2005 – JUNE 2006
Job Responsibilities o Developing and implement QA/QC procedures and data validation tools o Evaluate legacy data for usability o Developing archiving procedures and ensure their practice o Ensuring database designs are compatible with field collection needs CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert) Page 2
Ensuring that appropriate design documentation has been created, such as data dictionaries and model diagrams o Managing and Designing complete Network, Hardware and Software Infra-structure of the company with globally access from around the world including live transmission of the plant camera plus specialized Security through implementation of Microsoft Windows 2000 Server/2003 with Domain (Users and Group Policies) Enterprise Server/ISA Server 2000/2004. o Designing, Analyzing and Deploying the Centralized Database Management System (Including Online Log Events, Accounts Management System, Inventory Control System, Attendance Pay Roll System, Human Resource System, Ware House etc. MIS JUNE 2003 – MAY UNION BANK, KARACHI COORDINATOR 2004 Responsibilities o Working with Union Bank Tale Marketing Unit o Project leader in the successful implementation of new Data Entry Systems in Visual FoxPro o Preparation of monthly and quarterly group accounts and subsequent reporting and analysis o Responsible for developing cost strategies for staff recruitment, training and development o Effectively managed a staff of 14
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FREELANCE CONSULTING WORK
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Designed and developed Central MIS System for Ministry of Human rights Government of Pakistan Designed Technical Unit for UNDP MOHR project Developed GIS data analysis plan for Ministry of Petroleum Government of Pakistan Developed Data Management protocol for TB control program Developed GIS based MIS reporting system for Aga khan development network Gilglat Prepared SOP for NHA (National High Authority) GIS studies (N5 High way)
Personality Reflects DOB :20-12-1978 ACADEMIC SKILLS o Think critically and act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems and make decisions o Understand and solve problems and use the results o Use technology, instruments, tools and information systems effectively o Access and apply specialized knowledge from various fields (e.g., skilled trades, technology, physical sciences, arts and social sciences. PERSONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS o Self-esteem and confidence o Honesty, integrity and personal ethics CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert) Page 3
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A positive attitude toward learning, growth and personal health Initiative, energy and persistence to get the job done RESPONSIBILITY The ability to set goals and priorities in work and personal life The ability to plan and manage time, money and other resources to achieve goals Accountability for actions taken ADAPTABILITY A positive attitude toward change Recognition of and respect for people's diversity and individual differences The ability to identify and suggest new ideas to get the job done - creativity TEAMWORK SKILLS Understand and contribute to the organization's goals Understand and work within the culture of the group Plan and make decisions with others and support outcomes Respect the thoughts and opinions of others in the group Exercise "give and take" to achieve group results Seek a team approach as appropriate Lead, when appropriate, mobilizing the group for high performance DEGREE / DIPLOMA
MPhil
Education & Qualifications YEAR
2009
INSTITUTION
Federal University Islamabad
MAJOR
DM & SE Computer Science
M.sc
2003
Sindh University Jamshoro
Computer Science Computer Science Data Mining
B.sc PHD
2001 Cont.
Sindh University Jamshoro Mohammad Ali Jinah university, Islamabad
Academic Achievements
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SPECIAL PRIZE (4th prize) in all Pakistan Soft ware Competition. Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP)
Technical Skills Computer Applications o Operating Systems o GIS Tools DNR
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Linux AS5, Windows, DOS, UNIX Arc Explore (JE), Arc View, Map Maker, Garmin 5.2 Tomcat, Apache, Java Server,IIS SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) Java, C++, Visual basic ,Delphi PHP, JSP Oracle 7.3, 8, 8i, 9i and 10g PL/SQL development and DB administration Page 4
: : : : Programming Languages : Server Side Scripting : Databases : : Web Server Analysis Software
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Web scripts Networking Network
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JavaScript, HTML Administration and Maintenance of (Windows 2003 Server and 95/98 Start –Stop Universal Transcription Project Rational Rose, ER Win, & Visio, EpiEnfo, Epidata ,Endnotes, and
Clients/Linux) o Other Tools System MS OPEX,CAPEX
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Training Courses April 05 Attended training Program of JHU (USA) about Advance DBMS (Bangladesh) Visited Bangladesh which was scheduled for one week I performed, learned advanced Existing system, I have conducted meetings with DMC staff and visited Rangpur Distt , Gai Band Distt provided them technical support .I experienced several new things attended central meeting with field staff , disused about the Flow of information filed to data management unit and data collection process quality control and their supervision I also experienced how to do surveillance, Dosing and to conduct the interview from the community their mechanism of Field management comprise Team leader , Area coordinator Field interviewer .In Bangladesh Data management unit is being run by JHU USA I learned Advance Data Base management System, Advance Data archiving System etc Workshops & Trainings
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Attended one week training workshop organized by Clinton foundation India New Delhi on MIS and Database System Six month hands on training on Linux from authorized training center Attended six month Course of “Software Project Management “ organized by Federal University Islamabad One week workshop on GIS and database organized by CIDA Three Days training on “Team Building and Management” organized by CIDA Three days workshop on “CRIS”(Country response information system) organized by NACP One Week Training on Advance databases systems and GIS organized by N.I.H Two days workshop on.” Monitoring and Evaluation” organized by Real solutions.
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226 –B, Street 16 Rawal Town Islamabad, Pakistan- 44000 M: +92-312-5149114 E: [email protected] Profile I have been an essential part of that team of project managers and analysts whose primary task is and has been to collect, analyze, report and present—in a timely fashion—AA and competitive customer satisfaction data derived from surveys, focus groups and special and strategic research projects. In addition to team leadership, high-level presentations and project management, my particular contributions lie in research design, SPSS programming, statistics, data analysis and web-based information sharing
Skill Summery
Both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies Survey design and testing, including factor analysis and reliability analysis Statistical analysis Sample design Expert in SPSS, especially in the areas of data management and manipulation, data analysis and report automation. The computer program SPSS (originally, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) was released in its first version in the 1960’s, and is among the most widely-used programs for statistical analysis in social science Beta tester for SPSS Version 14 Member of the SPSS Market Advisory Council Author of Diverse Cultures/Uncommon Skills: Profiles of Six SPSS Experts, a web site devoted to interviews with SPSS experts around the world, including photographs and samples of problem solutions . MANAGER DATA MANAGEMENT
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JUNE -2006 – TO DATE
o o o o o
Designed and developed online MIS system Designed and developed Web based GIS integrated MIS system Designed and developed Online National database MOHR Writing SOPs for operations / Training Plan and manage the communications, networking, routing and security
CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert)
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aspects. Installation of new servers and new products, Overall to maintain the smooth services and to lead the Customer support/Network department, also involved in Management decisions Maintain the Oracle database (Backup, upgrade) Plan & conduct trainings for users on LAN operations, procedures & provide desktop support Successfully recovered systems from major hacker attacks and virus outbreaks General Level (client end) Linux based Proxy & Mail servers management Coordinate & Standardized the data management activities at National & provincial level Analyzing the National data sets by using SPSS Cleaning and Analysis of SPSS data set’s Prepared National Data Flat files for report. Implementation & maintenance of Geographical Information System (GIS) Installation and designed of Wi-Fi network with network admin Supervising Open source based Local Area Network Helping out administration to procurement of new hardware and software. DATABASE MAY 2004-AUGUST THE AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMER 2005
Karachi Pakistan Donor Name: Johan Hopkins University USA Key Responsibilities:
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Working on different community based research projects related to public health with international organizations like (WHO, UNICEF, JHU Save the Children etc.) Collaboration with international data management units & principle investigators for information dissemination, technical focus and operations. Designing of VB & SQL database systems, SOPs for operation, training & management. Maintaining all systems includes: Supervision of all staff including data supervisors, data analysts, senior data operators, data operators. Overseeing double data entry systems Ensuring data integrity/quality Reports/log sheets generation & checking Archiving of all forms/data. Regular field sites visits to ensure the quality of data. Liaison with other in-house departments for trouble shooting/maintenance
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COMPUTER PROGRAMMER
BELTEXCO LTD, KARACHI
AUGUST 2005 – JUNE 2006
Job Responsibilities o Developing and implement QA/QC procedures and data validation tools o Evaluate legacy data for usability o Developing archiving procedures and ensure their practice o Ensuring database designs are compatible with field collection needs CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert) Page 2
Ensuring that appropriate design documentation has been created, such as data dictionaries and model diagrams o Managing and Designing complete Network, Hardware and Software Infra-structure of the company with globally access from around the world including live transmission of the plant camera plus specialized Security through implementation of Microsoft Windows 2000 Server/2003 with Domain (Users and Group Policies) Enterprise Server/ISA Server 2000/2004. o Designing, Analyzing and Deploying the Centralized Database Management System (Including Online Log Events, Accounts Management System, Inventory Control System, Attendance Pay Roll System, Human Resource System, Ware House etc. MIS JUNE 2003 – MAY UNION BANK, KARACHI COORDINATOR 2004 Responsibilities o Working with Union Bank Tale Marketing Unit o Project leader in the successful implementation of new Data Entry Systems in Visual FoxPro o Preparation of monthly and quarterly group accounts and subsequent reporting and analysis o Responsible for developing cost strategies for staff recruitment, training and development o Effectively managed a staff of 14
o
FREELANCE CONSULTING WORK
o o o o o o
Designed and developed Central MIS System for Ministry of Human rights Government of Pakistan Designed Technical Unit for UNDP MOHR project Developed GIS data analysis plan for Ministry of Petroleum Government of Pakistan Developed Data Management protocol for TB control program Developed GIS based MIS reporting system for Aga khan development network Gilglat Prepared SOP for NHA (National High Authority) GIS studies (N5 High way)
Personality Reflects DOB :20-12-1978 ACADEMIC SKILLS o Think critically and act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems and make decisions o Understand and solve problems and use the results o Use technology, instruments, tools and information systems effectively o Access and apply specialized knowledge from various fields (e.g., skilled trades, technology, physical sciences, arts and social sciences. PERSONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS o Self-esteem and confidence o Honesty, integrity and personal ethics CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert) Page 3
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A positive attitude toward learning, growth and personal health Initiative, energy and persistence to get the job done RESPONSIBILITY The ability to set goals and priorities in work and personal life The ability to plan and manage time, money and other resources to achieve goals Accountability for actions taken ADAPTABILITY A positive attitude toward change Recognition of and respect for people's diversity and individual differences The ability to identify and suggest new ideas to get the job done - creativity TEAMWORK SKILLS Understand and contribute to the organization's goals Understand and work within the culture of the group Plan and make decisions with others and support outcomes Respect the thoughts and opinions of others in the group Exercise "give and take" to achieve group results Seek a team approach as appropriate Lead, when appropriate, mobilizing the group for high performance DEGREE / DIPLOMA
MPhil
Education & Qualifications YEAR
2009
INSTITUTION
Federal University Islamabad
MAJOR
DM & SE Computer Science
M.sc
2003
Sindh University Jamshoro
Computer Science Computer Science Data Mining
B.sc PHD
2001 Cont.
Sindh University Jamshoro Mohammad Ali Jinah university, Islamabad
Academic Achievements
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SPECIAL PRIZE (4th prize) in all Pakistan Soft ware Competition. Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP)
Technical Skills Computer Applications o Operating Systems o GIS Tools DNR
o o o o o
: :
Linux AS5, Windows, DOS, UNIX Arc Explore (JE), Arc View, Map Maker, Garmin 5.2 Tomcat, Apache, Java Server,IIS SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) Java, C++, Visual basic ,Delphi PHP, JSP Oracle 7.3, 8, 8i, 9i and 10g PL/SQL development and DB administration Page 4
: : : : Programming Languages : Server Side Scripting : Databases : : Web Server Analysis Software
CV of Shahzad Asghar (MIS/GIS Expert)
o o
Web scripts Networking Network
: : :
JavaScript, HTML Administration and Maintenance of (Windows 2003 Server and 95/98 Start –Stop Universal Transcription Project Rational Rose, ER Win, & Visio, EpiEnfo, Epidata ,Endnotes, and
Clients/Linux) o Other Tools System MS OPEX,CAPEX
: : :
Training Courses April 05 Attended training Program of JHU (USA) about Advance DBMS (Bangladesh) Visited Bangladesh which was scheduled for one week I performed, learned advanced Existing system, I have conducted meetings with DMC staff and visited Rangpur Distt , Gai Band Distt provided them technical support .I experienced several new things attended central meeting with field staff , disused about the Flow of information filed to data management unit and data collection process quality control and their supervision I also experienced how to do surveillance, Dosing and to conduct the interview from the community their mechanism of Field management comprise Team leader , Area coordinator Field interviewer .In Bangladesh Data management unit is being run by JHU USA I learned Advance Data Base management System, Advance Data archiving System etc Workshops & Trainings
o o o o o o o o
Attended one week training workshop organized by Clinton foundation India New Delhi on MIS and Database System Six month hands on training on Linux from authorized training center Attended six month Course of “Software Project Management “ organized by Federal University Islamabad One week workshop on GIS and database organized by CIDA Three Days training on “Team Building and Management” organized by CIDA Three days workshop on “CRIS”(Country response information system) organized by NACP One Week Training on Advance databases systems and GIS organized by N.I.H Two days workshop on.” Monitoring and Evaluation” organized by Real solutions.
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