Nathaniel Ziyaaba
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic Economics postgraduate with a strong background in econometrics, quantitative economics, and experience in both public and private sectors. Skilled in statistical software and known for breaking down technical information effectively.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Capability Intern
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Atlanta, GA
09.2024 - Current
- Delivering financial literacy workshops to over 30 refugees monthly, focusing on budgeting, credit building, banking, saving, and loan repayment strategies, enhancing clients' financial self-sufficiency by 15%.
- Providing one-on-one financial coaching, helping clients improve credit scores and develop personalized financial plans.
- Coordinating with the IOM for loan repayment assistance, ensuring 95% client compliance with repayment schedules.
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisting professors in preparing coursework and delivering tutorials, improving student understanding of microeconomics and econometrics.
- Developing grading rubrics and assessing assignments for over 50 undergraduate students, ensuring consistency and accuracy in evaluation.
Cashier
AGATE-MABOT COMPANY LIMITED (AMCL)
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed over 100 daily customer transactions with a 99% accuracy rate, minimizing discrepancies and ensuring timely reconciliation of accounts.
- Handled customer complaints and provided product guidance, improving customer satisfaction and contributing to a 10% increase in repeat business.
National Service Personnel (NSP)
Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies (IESS), University of Ghana - Legon
Legon, Ghana
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Research Support: Led a team in conducting quantitative and qualitative data collection through interviews and surveys, supporting research on environmental sustainability.
- Organisational Support: Prepared detailed reports on workshops and seminars.
Education
Master of Arts - Economics
Georgia State University
05-2025
BA. (Hons) - Economics
University of Ghana
11.2020
Skills
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, STATA, R, RapidMiner, Basic Programming (JavaScript & Python), Graphic Design
- Soft Skills: Financial Coaching, Research, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, Client communication
Achievements/Awards
- Graduate Research Assistant Scholarship (Full Tuition Waiver and Monthly Stipend), Georgia State University, 08/23 - 12/25.
- Tropical Students Support Initiative (TSSI) Scholarship; Fully funded, University of Ghana, 09/16 - 06/20.
Affiliations
- Member, University of Ghana Economics Students Society (2016 - present).
- Member, University of Ghana Alumni Association (2020 - present).
Hobbies and Interests
- Research
- Teaching
- Solving mathematical problems
- Reading
- Sports
- Movies
- Music
Notes
Certificates and references are available upon request.
Timeline
Financial Capability Intern
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
09.2024 - Current
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant
Georgia State University
08.2023 - Current
Cashier
AGATE-MABOT COMPANY LIMITED (AMCL)
10.2021 - 07.2023
National Service Personnel (NSP)
Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies (IESS), University of Ghana - Legon
09.2020 - 08.2021
BA. (Hons) - Economics
University of Ghana
Master of Arts - Economics
Georgia State University