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Ivy Karanja

@ivykaranja

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Accomplished data analyst specializing in business intelligence and compliance.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am an accomplished professional with a proven track record of driving results and exceeding expectations in various roles. With years of experience, I specialize in implementing innovative solutions and strategies that enhance revenue generation and customer satisfaction. My expertise lies at the intersection of business principles and information technology, enabling me to leverage data analytics tools to extract, analyze, and visualize data effectively.

Currently, I serve as a Data Protection Officer and Business Analyst at Simba Corporation, where I have revolutionized commercial reporting and implemented frameworks that significantly improved sales and operational efficiencies. My commitment to data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement has allowed me to develop comprehensive reports and dashboards that empower stakeholders across the organization.

With a strong educational background in Finance and various certifications in Data Science and Analytics, I am dedicated to enhancing my skills and contributing to organizational success through effective data management and analysis.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Business Analyst

Current

Simba Corporation

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Conducts analyses on business performance and market trends, developing reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision making. Established key metrics and implemented innovative reporting solutions.

Business Analysis Data Visualization Power BI Reporting Predictive Analytics

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Data Protection Officer

Current

Simba Corporation

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Responsible for ensuring compliance with data protection laws and regulations, acting as a liaison with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner. Developed training programs and facilitated company-wide training on data protection principles.

Data Protection Compliance Training Development Stakeholder Engagement Data Management

Freelance Data Analyst

Self Employed

Aug 2021 - Mar 2022 (7 months)

Provided data analysis services to various clients, utilizing tools like SPSS, Excel, and Python. Conducted statistical analyses and developed financial dashboards.

Data Analysis SPSS Excel Python Client Engagement

Associate

Intex Management Services

Apr 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 4 months)

Supported various management consulting projects, contributing to data analysis and client presentations.

Consulting Data Analysis Team Collaboration

Office Administrator & Personal Assistant

V.W. Maina & Co. Advocates

Sep 2020 - Jun 2021 (9 months)

Managed office operations, developed a new filing system, and provided executive support to the CEO. Improved customer satisfaction through efficient file tracking.

Office Management Customer Service Communication

Intern

Faida Investment Bank

Jan 2018 - Feb 2018 (1 month)

Assisted in financial analysis and reporting tasks during internship, gaining exposure to investment banking operations.

Financial Analysis Reporting Investment Banking Data Entry

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Strathmore University

Bachelor of Business Science, Finance

2015 - 2019

Grade: Upper Second Class Honours

Completed a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance with Upper Second Class Honours, focusing on financial principles, analysis, and strategic decision-making.