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Gard Okello

@gardokello

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Data analyst specializing in KPI reporting and machine learning-driven, actionable business insights.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a Data Analyst role where I can own KPI reporting and dashboarding, strengthen data quality, and use R/Python/Power BI to turn complex datasets into evidence-based decisions with a collaborative team.

I’m a Data Analyst with over 6+ years of experience in data management, performance reporting, business intelligence, and statistical analysis. I specialize in translating complex datasets into actionable insights through data cleaning, validation, dashboard development, and KPI reporting—while maintaining data accuracy and strong data quality and governance.

In my recent and ongoing work, I support end-to-end analysis for diverse clients, handling data cleaning, transformation, visualization, validation, and quality assurance, often while managing projects remotely to meet deadlines. Earlier, at World Agroforestry Centre (CIFOR-ICRAF), I analyzed and validated large-scale, multi-source datasets, developed machine learning models for soil and plant spectral data prediction, ran PCA and advanced statistical analyses in R and Python, and trained researchers and students on spatial data management and R-based analysis. I also bring experience in research support (literature reviews, experiment design support, and report writing) and election data operations, including diagnosing and managing KIEMS Kits, verifying and quality-controlling voter data, and facilitating data transmission to the national tallying center.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Online Data Analysis Consultant

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Freelance

Delivered remote data cleaning, transformation, visualization, validation, and quality assurance for diverse clients. Produced analysis and reporting outputs to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Data Cleaning data transformation Data Visualization Data Validation Data Quality Assurance Reporting Web Research Data Entry Virtual Assistance

Research Assistant

Alliance and Bioversity International and CIAT

May 2026 - Jun 2026 (1 month)

Conducted literature reviews to support research initiatives and helped inform project strategies. Assisted with data collection, data cleaning, analysis, and the preparation of research reports.

literature review Data Collection Data Cleaning Statistical Analysis Experiment Design Research Methodologies Report Writing

ICT Clerk

IEBC – Kisumu West Constituency

Jul 2022 - Oct 2022 (3 months)

Managed KIEMS kit operations during election data activities, including verification and data quality control of voter data. Facilitated the transmission of electoral data to the national tallying center.

KIEMS Kit Management Data Verification Data Entry Data Quality Control Data Transmission

Data & Research Analyst

World Agroforestry Centre (CIFOR-ICRAF)

Jul 2013 - Apr 2019 (5 years 9 months)

Analyzed and validated large-scale datasets while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with research standards. Developed machine learning models for soil and plant spectral prediction and conducted advanced statistical analyses including PCA using R and Python.

R Python Machine Learning Spectral Analysis Statistical Analysis Data Documentation Data Quality Assurance Data Cleaning Data Visualization Spatial Data Management

Data Entry Specialist

World Agroforestry Centre (CIFOR-ICRAF)

Jul 2007 - Jun 2013 (5 years 11 months)

Managed soil and plant sample databases and supported accurate electronic data transfer. Cleaned and validated lab data, identified code inconsistencies, and assisted the infrared spectroscopy unit with laboratory data management and SOP-aligned handling.

Database Management Data Entry Data Cleaning Data Validation Laboratory Data Management Infrared Spectroscopy Data Handling Data Quality Control