Hi! I'm Rifat Zahir

As a dedicated Data specialist with over eight years of experience in transforming humanitarian data into actionable insights, I am passionate about leveraging data to drive impactful decision-making, and spreading the word of data!
I'm fluent at Python, SQL databases, BI tools, and more, My expertise spans ETL processes, SQL Database Administration, and Azure DevOps, allowing me to excel in complex, high-stakes environments. with a deep interest in machine learning.

Data Scientist

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency

Working to build scalable ML solutions, LLM's, and RAG architectures for UNHCR Regional Office MENA. Leveraging advanced data science techniques such as machine learning, AI, and predictive analytics to enhance our understanding of population behavior, needs, and vulnerabilities, significantly improving our capacity to monitor and evaluate the impact of UNHCR's policies and programs.

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July 2024 - Present

Information Management Officer

UNHCR

Build AutoML models and make them available to non-technical Developed a targeted methodology for emergency cash distribution, enhancing the efficiency of aid delivery to vulnerable populations.

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Nov 2023 - June 2024

ODM Officer

UNHCR

Designed reporting tools for inter-agency collaborations and established a unified inter-agency referral platform, Trained staff on system data input, delivered technical aid, and crafted internal/external dashboards, strengthening the skills and capacity of the IM team.

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Sep 2023- Nov 2023

Associate ODM Officer

UNHCR

Represented the IM team at Senior Management Team (SMT). Designed reporting tools for inter-agency collaborations and established a unified inter-agency referral platform.

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Jan 2022-Oct 2023

National Professional Officer

UNHCR

Engaged in the development and application of protection and registration procedures, guiding operations through data protection assessments and fostering data-sharing agreements.

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May 2020- Jan 2022