Enock soko
@enocksoko
Actuarial analyst and data scientist skilled in statistical modelling and Python.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an actuarial analyst and data scientist with strong foundations in mathematical statistics and actuarial science, trained at South African universities and through professional certifications. I combine practical actuarial modelling, portfolio optimisation, and machine learning experience to deliver data-driven financial insights.
I have consulted with over 100 students on statistical programming, completed intensive Python actuarial training, and implemented portfolio and investment models while interning at actuarial and data-focused organisations. My hands-on experience includes data cleaning, statistical analysis, logistic regression, and building optimisation models that align with client objectives.
I am a professional member of relevant industry bodies, an award recipient in data science and graduate innovation competitions, and a proven communicator who produces clear reports and presentations for senior stakeholders.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Consultation Assistant
University of the Free State
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Provided one-on-one consultations to over 100 statistical programming students, assisted implementation of machine learning models in R, and marked and recorded assessment scripts to improve course outcomes.
Actuarial Modelling Trainee
Claxon Actuaries
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)
Completed an intensive Python actuarial modelling program, developing skills in object-oriented and functional programming, data analysis with Pandas, and introductory machine learning with scikit-learn.
Junior Actuarial Analyst
Actuaries in the Making
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Built investment portfolio optimisation models and cleaned and analysed equity data using statistical techniques to determine optimal asset weights and support client-aligned investment strategies.
Junior Actuarial Analyst
Actuaries in the Making
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Analyzed member movement, pricing, valuation, and risk for a restricted medical scheme and evaluated cost implications of proposed benefits, producing recommendations for senior leadership.
Data Science Intern
South African Graduate Employer
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Assessed impact of payment holidays on bank stakeholders, cleaned and validated financial datasets, ran logistic regression to identify risk factors, and recommended automation to optimise approval processes.
Mathematical Statistics Tutor
University of Johannesburg
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Delivered one-on-one and group tutorials for Mathematical Statistics I & II and Calculus I, assessed assignments, assisted with practicals and exam invigilation to improve student performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UJUniversity of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science
Activities and societies: Advp in Blockchain Technology for professionals in Business (With Distinction) (NQF 7)
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science and undertook additional accredited study in blockchain technology for business professionals.
USUniversity of the Free State
Bachelor of Science Honours, Mathematical Statistics
Completed an Honours degree in Mathematical Statistics with research comparing statistical and machine learning methods for stock prediction.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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