EMIL SAFAROV
Business Intelligence Analyst
Santa Monica,CA, USA
Summary
Business Intelligence Analyst with 10+ years of experience across public sector, HR, and healthcare-aligned projects. Skilled in Python, SQL, Tableau, R, and SPSS, with expertise in clinical data, quality measures, and predictive modeling. PMI-ACP certified, with U.S. Data Analytics training completed. Delivered healthcare projects on flu trends and national access modeling, driving system-wide, data-informed decisions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Head of Human Resources Department
State Committee on Urban Planning and Architecture
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Led data-driven transformation for 500+ personnel across 6 entities, using Python-driven analysis and Agile workflows to optimize HR KPIs.
- Built and delivered executive‑ready Tableau dashboards and SQL‑automated reports for workforce compliance, improving reporting efficiency by 40%.
- Conducted statistical modeling and risk analysis to forecast staffing capacity, identifying retention risks and budget drivers.
- Streamlined data governance per international standards and internal audits — showcasing regulatory and compliance familiarity.
- Presented complex analytics insights to executive leadership, reinforcing transparency and enabling data‑informed decisions.
Portfolio Coordinator
Baku General Plan
Baku, Azerbaijan
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Consolidated and validated 2TB+ of cross-agency urban data for large-scale planning across 40+ government institutions, using Excel and early-stage data wrangling tools.
- Conducted feasibility analysis and benchmarking using structured datasets to prioritize city-wide strategic initiatives.
- Led stakeholder alignment efforts for the Creative Industries Cluster and City Illumination projects, applying data analysis for concept validation.
- Managed unstructured data cleanup from Excel/Word files, enabling integration into data visualization and strategic planning tools.
- Presented insights in visual formats to urban planning leadership, promoting data-driven decision-making in high-impact infrastructure projects.
Head of Cultural Reserves Division
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Baku, Azerbaijan
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Directed planning and compliance for national cultural reserves, including 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Used structured data and stakeholder KPIs to improve reporting accuracy and reduce audit preparation time by 30%, aligning with international regulatory standards.
Head of Marketing Division, Tourism Department
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Baku, Azerbaijan
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Led 120+ international campaigns using digital analytics and audience segmentation to increase national tourism by 40%, integrating insights into data-driven strategy and stakeholder presentations.
Leading Specialist, Cultural Heritage Department
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Baku, Azerbaijan
10.2010 - 03.2015
- Managed 6,308 cultural heritage records across 11 agencies, ensuring compliance for international reporting. Collaborated with UNESCO, CoE, and the European Heritage Network on data exchange and audit alignment.
Education
Master’s degree - management
Public Administration Academy
Baku, Azerbaijan 01.2020 - 1 2023
Master’s degree - diplomacy
Baku Slavic University
Baku, Azerbaijan06-2013
Bachelor’s degree - international relations
Azerbaijan State Economic University
Baku, Azerbaijan06-2009
Skills
Technical Tools
Python, SQL, Tableau, R, Excel, SPSS, PowerPoint
Analytics & BI
Clinical data analytics, healthcare quality metrics, predictive modeling, statistical analysis, regression analysis, clustering (K-Means), data wrangling, dashboard development, data visualization, data storytelling, time-series forecasting, descriptive and inferential statistics
Project & Communication
Agile project management (PMI-ACP), system-wide project leadership, stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, executive reporting, written and oral communication, fast-paced execution, detail orientation, creative problem-solving
AI & Machine Learning
Linear/logistic regression, K-Means clustering, decision trees, supervised learning (scikit-learn), NLP sentiment analysis
Healthcare & Compliance,
Experience with clinical datasets and public health indicators; familiarity with HIPAA compliance principles, NCQA quality standards, CMS metrics and healthcare access models
Certification
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®)
Data Analytics Projects
Baku General Plan (Work-Based)
Led the collection, cleaning, and structuring of healthcare infrastructure and public health service data for a population of 3M+, across 40+ government agencies. Delivered foundational analysis to support strategic urban healthcare planning, including provider capacity, population access gaps, and geographic service distribution.
Led the collection, cleaning, and structuring of healthcare infrastructure and public health service data for a population of 3M+, across 40+ government agencies. Delivered foundational analysis to support strategic urban healthcare planning, including provider capacity, population access gaps, and geographic service distribution.
Influenza Trends Analysis (Educational)
Performed exploratory data analysis and statistical modeling to evaluate flu season patterns and mortality risk factors. Developed Tableau dashboards and regression models to support clinical staffing and public health decision-making.
Best Counties to Live – U.S. Healthcare Access (Educational)
Analyzed 500+ variables across 3,000+ counties to identify optimal healthcare conditions for underserved populations. Used Python, clustering (K-Means), and Tableau to model access, affordability, and service disparities. Delivered insights to guide relocation, policy, and regional planning decisions.
Timeline
Data Science Certificate (Santa Monica College)
12-2025
Data Analytics Program (CareerFoundry)
06-2025
Data Analytics Certificate (Santa Monica College)
06-2025
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®)
07-2021
Head of Human Resources Department
State Committee on Urban Planning and Architecture
09.2020 - 03.2023
Master’s degree - management
Public Administration Academy
01.2020 - 1 2023
Portfolio Coordinator
Baku General Plan
05.2019 - 09.2020
Head of Cultural Reserves Division
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
06.2018 - 05.2019
Head of Marketing Division, Tourism Department
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
03.2015 - 06.2018
Leading Specialist, Cultural Heritage Department
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
10.2010 - 03.2015
Master’s degree - diplomacy
Baku Slavic University
Bachelor’s degree - international relations
Azerbaijan State Economic University
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