Abubakar Habib Panti

Administrative Officer (Data & Research)
Lagos, NG.

About

Highly adaptable Business Administration graduate with a robust background in organizational management and data-driven roles. Proven ability to leverage technology for process enhancement, deliver accurate results, and maintain positive client relationships. Eager to apply analytical expertise and business acumen to drive efficiency and excellence in a dynamic administrative and research-focused environment.

Work

TELUS Digital AI Data Solutions
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AI Data Annotation Specialist

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed data annotation and labeling for AI development, enhancing visual recognition and search relevance through meticulous content review.

Highlights

Categorized and reviewed diverse content types, including text, images, and audio clips, to support AI model training and improve data accuracy.

Described complex images with high detail for durations exceeding 90 seconds, significantly contributing to the development of advanced visual recognition AI systems.

Evaluated search outcomes for media content (apps, music, video, podcasts), ensuring results accurately matched user intent and improved content discoverability.

Operated proprietary platforms like MultiMango and FTS Studio to manage workflow and log hours, maintaining high productivity and data integrity for AI projects.

Citizen Voices Empowerment Foundation
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Associate

Abuja, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to organizational objectives within a non-profit setting, supporting initiatives aimed at community empowerment and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Provided key administrative and operational support, ensuring smooth execution of foundation programs and initiatives.

Assisted in coordinating stakeholder communications and managing essential documentation to maintain organizational flow.

Contributed to data management tasks, ensuring information accuracy and accessibility for various projects.

Supported the development and implementation of community outreach strategies, enhancing engagement with beneficiaries.

Admiralty University Of Nigeria (ADUN)
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Administrative Officer

Delta State, Delta State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided critical administrative support within a university setting, ensuring efficient daily operations and effective coordination of academic and departmental activities.

Highlights

Managed daily administrative tasks, contributing to the seamless operation of university departments and academic programs.

Coordinated schedules, meetings, and communications for faculty and staff, enhancing departmental efficiency and collaboration.

Maintained accurate records and managed documentation, ensuring compliance with university policies and data accessibility.

Supported various projects and initiatives, contributing to the overall strategic goals and operational effectiveness of the university.

International Maritime Institute of Nigeria
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Administrative Officer (Data & Research)

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed research support and administrative functions, ensuring compliance, facilitating grant submissions, and serving as a key liaison for internal and external partners.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive industry-related research and identified suitable cohorts and data, directly supporting multiple ongoing research studies.

Monitored team adherence to study protocols and regulatory guidelines, ensuring 100% compliance and maintaining research integrity.

Coordinated administrative elements and materials for grant submissions, assisting Principal Investigators in securing critical funding.

Served as the primary liaison for internal departments and external research partners, including pharmaceutical companies, streamlining communication and collaboration.

One Acre Fund
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Enumerator

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted extensive primary data collection across diverse communities, utilizing various methodologies to gather critical information and ensure data quality for program evaluation.

Highlights

Collected primary data through field visits and phone interviews with beneficiaries and communities, including Household Surveys, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs).

Utilized and tested various assessment tools in the field, contributing to their refinement and ensuring optimal data collection efficiency.

Performed thorough review and cleaning of collected data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency for subsequent analysis.

Executed data entry using the CommCare mobile data collection tool, maintaining high data integrity and adherence to project timelines.

Monitored distribution activities and ensured assigned data collection areas/beneficiaries were comprehensively covered within strict timelines, achieving project objectives.

UNICEF
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Data Collector

Niger State, Niger State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted critical data collection and quality assurance for a public health initiative, ensuring ethical standards and comprehensive reporting.

Highlights

Collected data through interviews with healthcare workers, observations of vaccine storage/handling practices, and reviews of inventory records, contributing to public health assessments.

Utilized diverse data collection instruments, including questionnaires and observation checklists, to gather accurate and reliable information.

Ensured data quality by verifying accuracy, completeness, and clarifying discrepancies with respondents, upholding research integrity.

Maintained strict confidentiality and anonymity of all collected data, adhering to study protocols and ethical guidelines.

Participated in data validation exercises and provided constructive feedback on collection processes, improving methodologies for future studies.

DataForce
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Data Contributor

Nigeria

Contract

Summary

Ensured high-quality and accurate datasets by meticulously preparing and contributing metadata according to predefined formats.

Highlights

Responsible for guaranteeing the quality and correctness of datasets, significantly enhancing data reliability for downstream processes.

Prepared and contributed metadata in predefined formats, improving data discoverability and usability for various projects.

Implemented rigorous quality checks to identify and correct data discrepancies, maintaining high standards of data integrity.

Collaborated with data teams to ensure metadata consistency, facilitating efficient data management and analysis.

Quadrant.io
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Fact Checker

Abuja, Nigeria

Contract

Summary

Verified the accuracy of factual information and media claims through comprehensive research and trend analysis, ensuring content reliability.

Highlights

Verified the accuracy of factual information from diverse sources, ensuring high data integrity and reliability for public consumption.

Utilized advanced reverse image search techniques to verify media claims, effectively identifying misinformation and enhancing content credibility.

Sourced reliable and accurate data from a variety of sources, establishing a robust foundation for fact-checking operations.

Researched and evaluated published facts and figures, analyzing trends and patterns in data to identify inconsistencies and discrepancies.

Provided recommendations for improvement and ensured content accuracy and up-to-date information, contributing to enhanced editorial standards.

CrowdGen Pro
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Independent Contractor

Nigeria

Contract

Summary

Evaluated diverse task types including search, ads, text, image, and video audio queries, applying market knowledge to enhance data relevance and accuracy.

Highlights

Conducted evaluations across various task types, including Search, Ads, Text, Image, and Video audio queries, contributing to improved algorithm performance.

Performed in-depth research using online tools to determine the intent and accuracy of queries, significantly enhancing data quality and user experience.

Applied comprehensive market knowledge and provided guidelines to evaluate the relevance and intent of task information, ensuring culturally appropriate and accurate results.

Analyzed trends and patterns in data, identifying inconsistencies and discrepancies to provide actionable recommendations for platform improvement.

Leadway
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Insurance Advisor

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Summary

Provided specialized financial guidance and advice to clients, conducting comprehensive needs analyses and developing customized plans to meet investment goals.

Highlights

Met with clients to understand financial needs, providing specialized guidance and advice on insurance and investment products.

Completed comprehensive financial needs analyses, developing and explaining customized plans that aligned with client objectives.

Utilized in-depth knowledge of tax investment strategies to optimize client portfolios and maximize returns.

Assessed clients' financial portfolios and analyzed risk tolerance, empowering informed investment decisions and encouraging future planning.

Baze University
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NYSC / Administrative Secretary

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Summary

Managed comprehensive administrative support for university operations, ensuring efficient communication, meticulous record-keeping, and organized meeting coordination.

Highlights

Managed high-volume incoming calls, messages, and correspondence, ensuring timely and professional communication for university departments.

Maintained detailed diaries and arranged appointments, optimizing scheduling and supporting the efficient workflow of senior staff.

Typed minutes of meetings and collated reports, providing accurate documentation for decision-making processes.

Prioritized workloads and organized/serviced multiple meetings, enhancing administrative efficiency and contributing to smooth departmental operations.

Managed inventory records and filed critical documents, ensuring systematic organization and easy retrieval of essential information.

Remotasks
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Data Annotator

Nigeria

Summary

Categorized and labeled large textual, image, and video datasets, ensuring consistent annotation and contributing to data quality improvement for machine learning projects.

Highlights

Reviewed and categorized diverse material on computers, supporting the development of machine learning models through accurate data classification.

Located, labeled, and categorized various elements within large textual, image, and video datasets, contributing to dataset enrichment and model training.

Implemented annotation procedures to achieve consistent annotation quality, enhancing the reliability and usability of processed data.

Reported and documented issues with annotation tools and processes, providing critical feedback that led to more efficient labeling and improved data quality.

BrandOne Technologies Limited
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Client Service Executive

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Summary

Provided first-level technical support and customer service for the Downstream Regulatory Management System (DRMS) portal, enhancing user experience and system effectiveness.

Highlights

Provided first-level support to the general public (Retail Outlets) and DPR staff on the Downstream Regulatory Management System (DRMS) portal, resolving inquiries and technical issues.

Guided users on effective utilization of the DRMS portal, enhancing user proficiency and system adoption.

Liaised directly with software developers on reported issues, facilitating timely resolution and system improvements.

Gathered new requirements from DPR staff and the general public, contributing to the development of user-friendly and effective portal enhancements.

Education

Al-Qalam University Katsina
Katsina, Katsina State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science

Business Administration and Management

Informatics Education Ltd.
Jigawa, Nigeria, Nigeria

International Diploma

Information Technology

Informatics Education Ltd.
Jigawa, Nigeria, Nigeria

Foundation Certificate for Higher Education

Information Technology

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria

Diploma

Public Administration

Father O'Connell High School Minna
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

High school

Languages

Nupe
English
Hausa

Skills

Data Management & Analysis

Data Annotation, Data Labeling, Data Collection, Data Quality Assurance, Fact-Checking, Metadata Management, Search Engine Evaluation, Social Media Evaluation, Relevance Evaluation, Trend Analysis, CommCare, MultiMango, FTS Studio.

Administrative & Organizational Support

Organizational Management, Project Support, Protocol Compliance, Grant Submission Coordination, Stakeholder Liaison, Client Service, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Office Administration, Correspondence Management, Meeting Coordination, Workload Prioritization, Inventory Management, 3CX.

Research & Reporting

Industry Research, Cohort Identification, Data Validation, Report Generation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Ethical Data Handling, Feedback Mechanisms.

Financial & Advisory

Financial Guidance, Financial Needs Analysis, Tax Investment Strategies, Portfolio Assessment, Risk Analysis.

Certifications

Enterprise Architecture, Project Management Support, Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management, General And Operations Management.