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doreen wamalwa

@doreenwamalwa

Native Swahili/Bukusu Linguist & Botanist. Former Science HOD with expertise in AI data training, technical translation, and scientific review.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles that leverage my botany SME skills and linguistic fluency in AI training, localization, and QA, within collaborative teams focused on impact and continuous improvement.

I am a multifaceted professional combining a strong scientific foundation in Botany with extensive experience in leadership and linguistic specialization. As a native speaker of Swahili and Bukusu, I offer unique expertise in the localization and refinement of AI models for the East African market.

Key Strengths & Expertise

Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Leveraging my B.Sc. in Botany to provide high-accuracy labeling and verification for biological, chemical, and agricultural datasets.

Linguistic Precision: Specialized in English-Swahili and English-Bukusu translation, ensuring both grammatical accuracy and cultural nuance.

Leadership & Quality Oversight: As a former Head of Science Department (HOD) and Senior Teacher, I have a proven track record of managing departmental quality standards, auditing technical content, and leading high-performing teams.

Educational Excellence: Years of experience as a Biology and Chemistry educator have honed my ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly—a vital skill for training Generative AI models.

Why I'm a Strong Fit for Remote Teams

I bring a disciplined, analytical approach developed through years of classroom management and departmental leadership. Whether I am serving as a Language Lead or a Scientific Data Reviewer, my goal is to ensure that local and technical data is accurate, ethical, and high-quality.

Technical Skills: Data Annotation, NLP (Natural Language Processing) Evaluation, Technical Translation (Science), Content Moderation, and Scientific Research.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Netball Coach / Performance Lead

Bishop Atundo Girls Secondary

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years)

Analysed performance data and developed training modules to improve team outcomes, applying feedback-loop methodologies analogous to AI training to enhance technical skills and tactical execution.

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Head of Science Department

Chekulo Baptist Secondary School

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years)

Managed departmental quality standards, audited scientific content for accuracy, and led educators to meet performance targets through strategic feedback and training optimization.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Eldoret logoUE

University of Eldoret

Bachelor of Science, Botany

B.Sc. in Botany with specialization in Plant Taxonomy, Environmental Physiology, and Agricultural Sciences.

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