doreen wamalwa
@doreenwamalwa
Native Swahili/Bukusu Linguist & Botanist. Former Science HOD with expertise in AI data training, technical translation, and scientific review.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
Subject Matter Expert
Freelance / Independent
Provides AI data training, technical translation (En↔Sw/Bk), and content verification leveraging B.Sc. in Botany and domain expertise in plant sciences to improve dataset quality and labeling accuracy.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
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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Software and tools used professionally
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