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Dakarai Manyati

@dakaraimanyati

Data and Analytics Manager driving actionable insights, scalable data platforms, and cross-functional analytics delivery.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead analytics and data platform initiatives, mentor teams, solve complex integration challenges, and drive data-driven strategy and measurable business impact.

I am a driven Data and Analytics Manager with extensive experience implementing projects across Microsoft environments, leading teams, and delivering analytics solutions that improve operational efficiency, generate revenue, and contain costs.

I have hands-on expertise in data warehousing, ETL, database administration, analytics and reporting (Power BI, SSRS/SSIS/SSAS), and software development using Python, PL/SQL, T-SQL, C#, JavaScript and web technologies. I have led end-to-end implementations including system architecture, integrations, UAT and training for enterprise ERP, WMS, payments and customs solutions.

I hold an MSc (in progress) in Data Science, a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, and PMP certification; I mentor analysts, drive data governance and quality standards, and present insights to senior management to inform strategic decisions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data and Analytics Manager

Current

TSL Limited

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Lead data and analytics initiatives, establishing data governance, pipelines, and reporting to transform raw data into actionable BI that supports strategic decisions and process improvements across the organisation.

Data Warehousing Power BI ETL Pl SQL T SQL Data Governance Python Database Administration

Software Developer

TSL Limited

Jul 2019 - Aug 2023 (4 years 1 month)

Developed and integrated MS Dynamics NAV, WMS, and custom logistics solutions, delivered ETL scripts and Power BI dashboards, and built interfaces (EDI) to connect warehouse systems and third-party applications.

Pl SQL SSIS Power BI ETL EDI SQL

Support Systems Analyst

TSL Limited

Aug 2017 - Jun 2019 (1 year 10 months)

Provided administration and end-user support for Dynamics NAV, Active Directory, SharePoint and SQL Server, extracted audit data and gathered requirements to deliver application enhancements and user training.

Active Directory MS SQL Server SharePoint User Training Windows Server Payroll Systems

Intern Sys Admin

Tobacco Research Board

Sep 2015 - Aug 2016 (11 months)

Supported administration of Windows Server/Active Directory, Sage Pastel and IBM Notes, maintained network infrastructure and assisted with on-premises website development and hardware maintenance.

SAGE Pastel Windows Server Active Directory Sage Pastel IBM Notes Web Hosting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of East London

Master of Science, Data Science

2023 -

Pursuing an MSc in Data Science with coursework in predictive analytics, spatial data analysis, and quantitative methods.

National University of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Science (Honours), Computer Science

2013 - 2017

Grade: 2.2 (64%)

Completed a BSc (Honours) in Computer Science with coursework in software design, databases, networks, and systems analysis; awarded Second Class Honours (2.2).