Umar Arif Email & Phone Number

Manchester, Gb

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Inform3 Modelling (I3) Team Member, Working Age Modelling and Forecasting Division (WAMForD)I ensure efficient allocation of resources for the state benefit infrastructure, leveraging my expertise in SAS, PowerQuery, Java, AnyLogic, and Excel. My role involves data analysis, building AI, dashboards, modelling, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making within the department.

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Visiting Lecturer in Computer Science, Leeds Trinity UniversityAcademic Year 2023-24:Developed the Level 4 Introduction to Software Development and Level 5 User-Centered Design modules from scratch, integrating hands-on practical's and assessments to foster experiential learning. Led initiatives to enhance the learning experience, incorporating industry trends, fostering collaboration, and promoting a dynamic classroom environment. Created assessments aligned with preformulated module learning outcomes to ensure comprehensive evaluation of student understanding and skills.Academic Year 2024-25:Information Forthcoming

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Legacy Rundown Model (LRM) Team Member, Working Age Modelling and Forecasting Division (WAMForD)In this role, I played a critical part in modeling and forecasting the state's legacy benefit annual expenditure (AME), contributing to essential notes for the Chancellor of the Exchequer and assisting in demand modeling and forecasting for DWP's staff costs.Key Responsibilities:● Developed innovative methods to incorporate real-world changes into our microsimulation model.● Authored SAS programs to analyse current legacy benefit caseloads, supporting AME forecasting.● Forecasted DWP staff costs to determine the required number of caseworkers and work coaches for efficient operation of our state benefit infrastructure.● Collaborated with the LRM team and the wider division to deliver products to customers and stakeholders.● Communicated my work and changes to the LRM team, customers, and stakeholders.● Conducted Excel analysis on legacy benefit caseloads and programmed in Java to build our AnyLogic model.● Continuously learned new operational research and programming techniques.● Organised and hosted events for GORS, the Manchester Analytical Community, and DWP's Policy group.Achievements:● Contributed to Fiscal Events such as Autumn Budget 21/22, Spring Budget 21/22, Autumn Budget 22/23, Spring Budget 22/23, Mini Budget 22/23.● Nominated for a cross-departmental GORS award for improving my division as a workplace.● Received two R&R awards in recognition of my contributions to the Policy Group.

Casual Library Assistant, Blackburn with Darwen Borough CouncilAs a Casual Library Assistant, I was dedicated to ensuring the library was a fully utilised and vital community resource. I take pride in the public outreach work my team and I accomplished during my tenure.Key Responsibilities:● Provided empathetic and attentive service to library patrons, acting as the first point of contact for customers and clients.● Created library cards for new patrons and assisted with technology-related issues.● Sorted and shelved books, collected money and forms from patrons, and adhered to library guidelines at all times.● Assisted vulnerable patrons, as the library also served as an access point for them.I served in this role for almost four years and am proud to have been part of the Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council team during that time.

Preston, England, United Kingdom

PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) Leader, University of Central LancashireAs a PASS Leader, I leveraged my strong written and verbal communication skills to create engaging and effective study sessions for first-year Computer Science students.Key Responsibilities:● Acted as the primary point of contact for students and lecturers.● Planned and delivered PASS sessions, created presentations, and ran weekly sessions with my PASS partner.● Facilitated learning to ensure that first-year Computer Science students were prepared for university life and coursework.● Reported back to my PASS manager and assisted in resolving student issues efficiently.● I excel at creating an effective learning environment and communicating effectively with both students and lecturers. My experience ensured that PASS sessions were tailored to student needs and delivered in an engaging manner.