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Duku James

@dukujames

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Data scientist focused on ML, ETL, and impactful humanitarian insights.

South Sudan

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a mid-level data role where I can build scalable ML/ETL pipelines, improve data quality, and support mission-driven decision-making with clear visualizations and actionable insights.

I am a dedicated Data Scientist with four years of hands-on experience in machine learning, predictive modeling, data engineering and visualization, focused on delivering actionable insights for humanitarian operations and program decision-making.

At ICRC I designed and implemented robust data pipelines and interoperable import/export processes to Prot6, streamlined data collection with ArcGIS Survey123, and produced clear visual narratives to inform responses to sexual violence and PFL caseloads.

My technical toolkit includes Python, PySpark, TensorFlow/Keras/PyTorch, Spark MLlib, Apache Flume/Kafka, and SQL, and I apply these tools to build models, recommendation engines, NLP solutions and scalable ETL processes.

I seek roles where I can combine technical depth and domain knowledge to improve data quality, enable real-time reporting, and drive measurable impact in mission-driven organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data Analytics Officer

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International Committee of the Red Cross

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Built and optimized data processing pipelines and visualization workflows to improve data quality and reporting for humanitarian programs, enabling real-time interoperability with Prot6 and streamlining case management for sexual violence and PFL programs.

Python Pyspark ETL ArcGIS Survey123 Data Visualization Database Management Apache Spark Humanitarian Reporting

Database Assistant

International Organization for Migration

May 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Provided database support for registration and verification exercises, performed daily backups, resolved data capture issues, and generated timely project reports to ensure data integrity and smooth field operations.

Microsoft SQL Server Troubleshooting Reporting Data Processing Training Backup

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Uganda Technology and Management University

Master of Information Systems, Information Systems

2024 -

Pursuing a Master of Information Systems focusing on advanced information systems concepts and applied technologies to support organizational decision-making.

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Postgraduate Program, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

2023 - 2024

Completed a Postgraduate Program in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence covering machine learning, deep learning, and data engineering techniques.