Patrice Mirindi - Development Economist
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Patrice Mirindi

Development Economist & Data Analytics Consultant

From agricultural economics research in the Democratic Republic of Congo to financial resilience consulting in Canada

Data-Driven Solutions
Advanced Analytics
International Expertise
15+ Countries
PMP Certified
Project Manager

Career Impact by Numbers

Quantified achievements demonstrating measurable outcomes across sectors

9+ Years Experience Progressive Leadership
50+ Projects Completed High-Impact Results
15+ Countries Served Global Expertise
2,000+ Lives Impacted Community Transformation

Professional Evolution

Key milestones in my development economics career

Current
October 2024 - Present

Senior Data Analyst and Consultant

Financial Resilience Institute | Vancouver, BC

Leading data-driven insights and solutions to advance financial resilience across Canada and globally. Managing complex multivariate analyses, regression modeling, and developing strategic consulting solutions for financial services, non-profits, and policy sectors.

Advanced Analytics Financial Health Interactive Dashboards
Leadership
March 2024 - August 2024

Senior Business Development Consultant

Economic Sense | Durban, South Africa

Promoted to senior leadership role, steering large-scale complex projects across Africa. Led extensive international teams and provided strategic guidance to fellow project managers on multi-million dollar development initiatives.

Senior Leadership Cross-Country Teams Strategic Management
Growth
October 2021 - March 2024

Business Development Consultant

Economic Sense | Durban, South Africa

Built 20+ financial models from scratch, improving decision-making and resulting in 30% increase in client profitability. Led advanced data insights projects across agriculture, natural resources management, climate change, and women's empowerment.

20+ Financial Models 15 Major Proposals Multi-Country Projects
Entrepreneur Support
January 2020 - October 2021

Entrepreneur Support & Portfolio Manager

The Anzisha Prize (African Leadership Academy & Mastercard Foundation) | Johannesburg, South Africa

Designed and built financial models for 20+ young entrepreneurs, increasing business sustainability by 40%. Developed business intelligence dashboards for 120 businesses and reviewed over 500 business plans.

120 Businesses 40% Sustainability 500+ Plans Reviewed
Research
September 2017 - January 2020

Researcher

African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) | Kenya

Conducted advanced policy analysis on food systems and agricultural economics across East Africa. Analyzed food policies to propose improvements and explored economic implications of environmental policies.

Policy Analysis Agricultural Economics Environmental Economics
Origins
July 2015 - August 2017

Agricultural Manager

Cellule d'Appui Technique | DR Congo

Led a team of 20 agricultural experts to deliver a $5M portfolio of climate-resilient projects, benefiting 5,000 farmers. Implemented climate-resilient practices with 20% cost savings ahead of schedule.

$5M Portfolio 5,000 Farmers 20% Savings

Client & Colleague Recommendations

What international partners say about working with me

"Patrice Mirindi has been exceptional in nearly all activities, projects and engagements he has been involved in. He demonstrates strong critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, bilingual skills and communication skills. His accomplishments are enormous and he is timely in all his delivery."

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Rexford Akrong

PhD Fellow: School for Development Studies

University of Nairobi

"I am delighted to recommend Patrice Mirindi, an exceptional development consultant with a proven track record of delivering outstanding results across various African countries. His deep expertise, combined with a commitment to excellence, has consistently led to successful project execution."

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Nikki Naiker

Development Consultant & Animal Scientist

Economic Sense

"Working with Patrice was a real pleasure. He is very hands on and practical and has a solution for everything. He is always supportive and ready to help. Patrice has been very professional to share his knowledge of the sector and market to local farmers."

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Tamara Flink

Programme Manager CBI

Netherlands Enterprise Agency

Ready to Transform Your Development Challenges?

Looking for an experienced development economist and data analyst? Let's discuss how my proven track record can benefit your organization.

Collaborative Leadership
Evidence-Based Solutions
International Experience
PMP Certified Excellence
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