Dylan Zeyn Kirsten
Researcher
Summary
Results-driven researcher with a strong background in designing and executing comprehensive projects across various sectors in South Africa and internationally. Skilled in data analysis, report writing, and presenting findings to support evidence-based decision-making. Proven ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse research projects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RESEARCHER
BENCHMARKING AND MANUFACTURING ANALYSTS (BMA)
1 2023 - Current
- Conduct primary and secondary research, analyzed findings, and write reports for projects focused on industrial and trade policy research and strategy development in South Africa and internationally.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
TOYOTA WESSELS INSTITUE FOR MANUFACTURING STUDIES (TWIMS)
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided research support for on projects, applying qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and managing data analysis and database tasks.
ECONOMICS TUTOR
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Tutored students in macroeconomics and microeconomics, focusing on economic theory, market structures, fiscal policies, and monetary policies.
Education
MASTER OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2021 - 05.2023
HONOURS BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2020 - 05.2020
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2017 - 05.2019
MATRIC CERTIFICATE -
Glenwood High School
01.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Project management
Qualitative research
Quantitative analysis
Research methodologies
Economic analysis
Research reporting
Policy analysis
Data collection & analysis
Survey design
Shortcourses
- Industrial Policy in the 21st century: The challenge for Africa
- Lean operations management
- African Trade and Industrialization
- Green manufacturing
Timeline
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
TOYOTA WESSELS INSTITUE FOR MANUFACTURING STUDIES (TWIMS)
04.2022 - 12.2022
ECONOMICS TUTOR
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL
04.2021 - 11.2021
MASTER OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2021 - 05.2023
HONOURS BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2020 - 05.2020
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT -
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2017 - 05.2019
MATRIC CERTIFICATE -
Glenwood High School
01.2012 - 05.2016
RESEARCHER
BENCHMARKING AND MANUFACTURING ANALYSTS (BMA)
1 2023 - Current
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