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James Kamwetu

@jameskamwetu

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Resourceful data analyst with 9+ years of research experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values analytical skills and offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

I am a resourceful and analytical professional with over 9 years of experience in academic and organizational research, data handling, and client-focused problem-solving. Recently, I transitioned into data analytics and programming, gaining hands-on experience in Python, SQL, Excel, Power BI, and Java. My ability to draw insights from data and communicate complex ideas clearly has been a significant asset in my career.

Throughout my professional journey, I have successfully supported over 150 graduate and postgraduate students in data analysis and academic writing. I have developed interactive dashboards and data pipelines, showcasing my skills in data visualization and analysis. My commitment to ethical service delivery and building long-term client relationships has been pivotal in my freelance work. I am eager to leverage my analytical rigor and solid work ethic to contribute to data-driven teams in business, tech, or research domains.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data Analytics Projects

Self-Initiated, Portfolio Available

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Built an interactive sales dashboard visualizing KPIs such as revenue, trends, and product performance. Created a script to clean and analyze survey data using Pandas and visualize it using Matplotlib and Seaborn. Wrote optimized SQL queries to extract business insights from normalized datasets (customer orders, sales, inventory).

Power BI Python Pandas Matplotlib SeaBorn SQL Data Visualization Data Cleaning Data Analysis

Presiding Officer

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), Keny

Jul 2017 - Present (8 years)

Conducted training on the polling, counting and tallying process for the clerks. Collected and guaranteed security of all election materials for the General election. Supervised efficient and effective management of the election before, during and after of election.

Training Election Management Security Management Team Supervision Public Speaking Logistics Management Data Collection Reporting Communication

Freelance Academic Researcher & Assistant

Self-employed

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Supported over 150 graduate and postgraduate students across various disciplines in data analysis, academic writing, and statistical interpretation. Conducted in-depth literature reviews, qualitative & quantitative research, and drafted high-quality academic reports. Developed spreadsheets and statistical models for thesis and dissertation data.

Statistical Analysis Research Data Analysis literature review Client Relationship Management Report Writing Spreadsheets Statistical Modeling

Registration Clerk

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), Keny

Nov 2012 - Present (12 years 8 months)

Interacted with citizens across multiple communities to facilitate voter registration. Developed excellent interpersonal and public engagement skills under pressure.

Voter Registration Public Engagement Interpersonal Skills Pressure Handling Community Outreach Data Entry Communication Citizen Interaction

Underwriting Intern, Life Insurance Department

Pioneer Assurance Company

Jul 2010 - Present (15 years)

Assisted in policy underwriting, claims organization, and premium calculation. Gained practical experience in financial services and professional ethics.

Underwriting Premium Calculations Financial Services Data Entry Administrative Support Insurance Operations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science, gaining foundational knowledge in mathematics, statistics, and financial risk management. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to various quantitative fields.

University of Oslo

Post Graduate Certificate, Development Studies

Attended the International Summer School, focusing on Development Studies. This program enhanced understanding of global development challenges and interdisciplinary approaches to social issues.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Certificate, Accounting

Grade: Section 6

Completed Section 6 of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) program, building expertise in accounting principles and financial reporting. This certification demonstrates a strong understanding of professional accounting standards.

Pawa 254 Kenya Ni Kwetu

Certificate, Facilitation and Moderating

Obtained a Certificate in Facilitation and Moderating from Pawa 254 Kenya Ni Kwetu. This training focused on developing skills in leading discussions, managing group dynamics, and facilitating effective communication.