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Education, experience, and skills

Kossi Edem Emile Aholou

Electrical Engineer in Transition → ML Engineering · Computing & AI/ML · Bilingual (FR/EN)

aholou.emile09@gmail.com

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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Electrical engineer (Master's-level, WES-assessed) in active career transition toward Machine Learning Engineering. Combining a rigorous engineering foundation in signal processing, systems thinking, and applied mathematics with a BSc in Computing and Information Systems (AI & ML minor) at Athabasca University. Backed by 5+ years of project management across energy, construction, and community health — with proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear outcomes for stakeholders.


Education

Bachelor of Science — Computing and Information Systems
Athabasca University · Edmonton, AB · Minor: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Coursework includes web design (COMP266), algorithms, data structures, Python programming, and computing fundamentals. This portfolio is a direct output of the COMP266 Web Design unit.

Master's-Level — Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Higher Institute of Technical Training · WES-assessed: equivalent to bachelor's + master's level in engineering

Professional Experience

Development Agent (Community Health) / Project & Partnerships Coordinator
Réseau Santé Alberta (RSA) · Edmonton, AB

Coordinated partner-driven initiatives by managing timelines, deliverables, and program documentation across multiple stakeholders. Built tracking tools (spreadsheets, logs, status updates) to monitor activities and outputs for internal reporting. Prepared briefing notes and presentations to support planning and leadership updates. Supported bilingual (FR/EN) stakeholder engagement and improved program execution by standardizing templates and documentation.

Project Manager — Construction
DESCO Architectural Firm · Lomé, Togo

Managed multi-phase project budgets, schedules, and risk tracking. Produced progress reports and decision updates for clients and leadership. Coordinated contractors and suppliers, resolving issues to keep delivery on track. Maintained structured project documentation covering scope changes, approvals, and milestones.

Project Manager — Energy
Conglomerate Horizon 2000 · Lomé, Togo

Tracked budgets and timelines across concurrent energy projects, monitored variances, and escalated risks early. Coordinated procurement and supplier communication. Identified delivery risks and put practical mitigations in place.

Project Coordinator — Energy
ARESS TOGO · Lomé, Togo

Supported project planning, documentation, and client communication. Maintained project logs and milestone tracking across energy sector initiatives.


Technical Skills

Web Development HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript React Node.js
Programming Python SQL
Data & Reporting Excel (Advanced) Power BI KPI Dashboards Data Analysis
Project Management Scope & Risk Tracking Stakeholder Management Reporting Process Documentation
Tools Git VS Code Figma Microsoft 365 Google Workspace

Academic Projects

Developer Portfolio — Front-End Web Project
COMP266 — Athabasca University · In progress

Designed and built a multi-page responsive portfolio site from the ground up — user research, personas, mock-ups, then full HTML/CSS/JavaScript implementation. Features include animated skill bars (IntersectionObserver), multi-criteria project filtering with live text search, and real-time contact form validation with regex.

Python Survey Application
COMP218 — Athabasca University

Developed a Python-based questionnaire application with a user interface to collect structured responses. Implemented input validation and basic data organization to simulate real-world data collection workflows.


Volunteer Experience

Volunteer
Edmonton's Food Bank · Edmonton, AB

Supported the organization and distribution of food supplies.


Languages

French Native / Professional
English Professional

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