Dean Napier
About Dean Napier
Dean Napier is an Industrial Psychologist and Lead Analyst for People Analytics at Derivco in South Africa, where he has worked since 2019. He holds multiple degrees in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and has a background in project management and human resources development.
Work at Derivco
Dean Napier currently serves as the Industrial Psychologist - Lead Analyst: People Analytics at Derivco, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on leveraging behavioral science to enhance organizational performance. Prior to this, he worked as an Industrial Psychologist - OD Specialist for a brief period of three months in 2019. His extensive experience at Derivco includes an internship as an Industrial Psychologist from 2017 to 2019, where he gained valuable insights into the company's operations and culture.
Education and Expertise
Dean Napier holds a Master of Social Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, which he completed from 2017 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Social Science Honours in the same field in 2016. Additionally, he has a Bachelor's of Social Science from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, completed between 2014 and 2015. His educational background is complemented by a Diploma in Project Management from Varsity College and certifications in Human Resources Development from AIHR Academy, focusing on Strategic HR Metrics and Building a People Analytics Strategy.
Professional Background
Before joining Derivco, Dean Napier worked at Barrows as a Project Manager from 2012 to 2013 and as a Cost Estimator from 2010 to 2012. He also served as a Lecturer at Vega School of Brand Leadership for five months in 2017. His diverse professional experiences have equipped him with strong knowledge of statistics and business acumen, which he applies in his current role to create sustainable competitive advantages for organizations.
Passion and Focus
Dean Napier is dedicated to helping organizations maximize their potential in the market. His expertise in behavioral science and people analytics allows him to contribute effectively to organizational development. He focuses on enhancing performance through data-driven insights, which align with his passion for fostering growth and efficiency within organizations.