JOSEPH DAVID
Address: Unguwan Education, behind Shiroro LEA, Kuta, Niger State, Nigeria
Phone: +2348169166799/+2349013298701
Email: josephdavid970@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephdavid970
PERSONAL STATEMENT
I'm a graduate of Economics with proficiency in Data analysis, Econometrics and Research; and a specific research interest chiefly revolving around Poverty, welfare, inequality, Development Economics and Macroeconomics (incl. Monetary/financial economics) among others. I’m willing to employ/utilise my little, yet rich skills and experience in research and data analysis to promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the organisation thereby enhancing my skills and experience.
KEY SKILLS
• Research and Data Analysis
• Proficiency in Econometrics/Statistical methods and packages (E-Views, Stata)
• Computer literacy – Proficiency in Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, MS Excel & MS Power-Point)
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills in English
• Excellent interpersonal skill; Analytical problem solving skill; Creative and critical thinking
BIODATA
Date of Birth: 12th May 1996
Sex: Male
Place of Birth: Kuta, Niger State
Nationality: Nigerian
Marital Status: Single
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Economics (Hons.) 2014 – 2017
Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State, Nigeria
• Second Class Upper Division (CGPA – 4.34/5.00)
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) 2007 – 2013
Government Secondary School Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
Certificate of Primary School Education 2001 – 2007
Central Primary School, Kuta, Niger State, Nigeria
TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATES
Certificate of National Service 2018 – 2019
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
Certificate of Merit/Humanitarian Services 2018 – 2019
National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)/National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
Diploma, Desktop Publishing, Data Processing & Computer Programming 2012 – 2013
Kuta Resources Technologies Computer Training Institute, Kuta, Niger State
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Shop Attendant Mar. 2012 – Dec. 2019
David Emmanuel and Sons Nig. Ltd., Kuta, Niger State – Nigeria
• Raised the annual Profit after tax (PAT) by more than 25%
• Increased patronage by more than 30% through market research and better customer relationship
• Introduced a daily sales and new stock record keeping for better accounting
Economics Teacher, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Apr. 2018 – Mar. 2019
Government Girls Day Secondary School (GGDSS), Birnin-Magaji, Zamfara State, Nigeria
• Helped increase academic performance of the students in Senior class (SS 1-3) by more than 50%
• Organised an inter-class quiz competition (between senior students) in other to enhance reading
• Introduced a new oral quiz which greatly improved students’ attention and participation
Turn-It-In (anti-plagiarism software) Student Instructor Jan. 2017 – Oct. 2017
Economics Department, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Nigeria
• Assisted final year undergraduate students in checking/evaluating their thesis’ plagiarism score
• Organised a mini group discussion on how plagiarism could be avoided while writing research
• Helped fellow final year student to proofread their thesis before evaluation
Tutor/Co-Tutor Mar. 2014 – Aug. 2017
NESA Tutorial Sessions, Department of Economics, IBB University, Lapai
• Taught fellow undergraduate students basic and applied courses of Economics
• Assisted in providing solutions to complex analytical assignments in Economics and mathematics
• Organised revision classes for undergraduate students as a preparation for examination
Selected Courses: Econometrics; Macroeconomics; Microeconomics; Economic Mathematics; Element of Computer; Statistics; Research Methodology; Financial & Monetary Economics; and Application of Econometrics and Statistical software (E-Views, Stata, MS-Excel).
PUBLICATIONS
I. Articles in Learned Journals
1. Sakanko, M.A. & David, J. (2019). The Effect of Electronic Payment Systems on Financial Performance of Microfinance Banks in Niger State. Esensi: Jurnal Bisnis dan Manajemen, 9(2):143-54. DOI: 10.15408/ess.v9i2.12273
2. Sakanko, M.A., Obilikwu, J. & David, J. (2019). Oil Price Volatility and Balance of Payments (BOP): Evidence of Nigeria. Bingham Journal of Economics and Allied Studies (BJEAS), 2(3):167–181.
3. Sakanko, M.A. & David, J. (2019). Trade Openness and Inflation: Empirical Explanation of the Nexus in Nigeria. International Journal of Social Science and Economic Review, 1(2):35-45. DOI: 10.9116/ijsser.2019.1.1.05.
4. David, J., Sakanko, M.A. & Ladan, A.S. (2019). Prudent Macroeconomic Management and Poverty Reduction: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria. Dutse International Journal of Social and Economic Research (DIJSER), 2(1). Accepted for Publication
5. Sakanko, M.A., Sufiyanu, U.Y., & David, J. (2019). Analysis of the Impact of Tax Revenue on the Economic Activities of Niger State. Kebbi Journal of Economics and Social Science, 1(1).
6. Muhammad, U.F., & David, J. (2019). Relationship between Poverty and Unemployment in Niger State. Signifikan: Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 8(1):71–78. DOI: 10.15408/sjie.v8i1.6725.
7. David, J. (2018). Infant Mortality and Public Health Expenditure in Nigeria: Empirical Explanation of the Nexus. Timisoara Journal of Economics and Business (TJE&B), 11(2): 149-164. DOI: 10.2478/tjeb-2018-0010
8. Sakanko, M.A. & David, J. (2018). Assessment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) on the Eradication of Poverty and Hunger in Nigeria. International Journal of Research in Arts and Social Sciences, 11(2):257-268
9. Sakanko, M.A., David, J. & Yakubu, A. (2018). Appraisal of the Determinants of Energy Use in Lapai Local Government. Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 6(4):443–457
10. Sakanko, M.A. & David, J. (2018). The Relationship between Poverty and Energy Use in Niger State. UMYUK Journal of Economics and Development, 1(3):139-154.
11. Sakanko, M.A. & David, J. (2018). The Role of Religion in Poverty Alleviation: Evidence from Nigeria. UMYUK Journal of Economics and Development, 1(2):128-142.
12. David, J., & Lawal, M.C. (2018). Religiosity and Entrepreneurial Intentions in Nigeria. Esensi: Jurnal Bisnis dan Manajemen, 8(2):211–222. DOI: 10.15408/ess.v8i2.7331.
13. Sakanko, M.A., & David, J. (2018). The Effect of Democratic Zoning System on Nigeria Economy: Evidence of Niger State. Etikonomi: Jurnal Ekonomi, 17(1):25–36.DOI: 10.15408/etk.v17i1.6592.
14. Sakanko, M.A., & David, J. (2018). An Econometrics Validation of Malthusian Theory: Evidence in Nigeria. Signifikan: Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 7(1):77–90. DOI: 10.15408/sjie.v7i1.6461.
15. Sakanko, M.A., & David, J. (2017). An Econometrics Analysis of the Determinants of Exchange Rate in Nigeria (1980–2016). European Journal of Business and Management, 9(34):22-29.
II. Conference and Seminar Paper
1. Sakanko, M.A., Abu, N., & David, J. (2019). Financial Inclusion: A Panacea for National Development in Nigeria. Proceedings of 2nd National Conference of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Federal University Lafia, Nigeria, captioned: “Emerging Socio-
Economics and Political Challenges and National Development” held on Sept. 22–24, 2019.
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Research; Reading; knowledge transfer/sharing; and learning new things
REFEREES
Available on request
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