Lilian Faridah
@lilianfaridah
Bilingual AI trainer and data annotation specialist improving model accuracy with Kiswahili expertise.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a bilingual (English–Kiswahili) AI trainer and data annotation specialist with hands-on experience training machine learning models, performing large-scale text and image annotation, and producing high-quality Kiswahili content for AI training. I have a strong record of collaborating with data science teams to label datasets for computer vision and NLP projects, improving model accuracy while meeting tight deadlines and quality standards.
My background includes data entry and digital content management across government and NGO settings, where I ensured accurate documentation and transparent processes under pressure. I hold relevant certifications including an FMVA and training in digital basics, and I bring strong communication, research, and multicultural teamwork skills to roles focused on AI data preparation and quality assurance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Deputy Presiding Officer
Independent Electoral & Boundaries Commission
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Supported data recording, ballot tallying, and reporting during national elections, ensuring accurate documentation and transparent processes under high pressure.
Data Entry Clerk
Ministry of Lands
May 2016 - Jan 2017 (8 months)
Managed land records and performed accurate digital entry of sensitive data, organizing and filing documents for fast retrieval and compliance.
Data Entry Clerk
Surveyor Court
Jan 2016 - Apr 2016 (3 months)
Entered and verified court data with high accuracy and prepared reports while maintaining organized case records for efficient retrieval.
WVField Surveyor
World Vision
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)
Collected and recorded community data for health and social projects and created Kiswahili-based awareness content to improve local outreach and engagement.
Data Annotation Specialist
Samasource Kenya Ltd
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 9 months)
Performed large-scale text and image annotation to support AI/ML development, improving dataset quality and model accuracy through rigorous labeling and QA processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CICorporate Finance Institute
FMVA Certification, Corporate Finance / Financial Modeling
2022 - 2022
Completed the FMVA (Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst) certification from Corporate Finance Institute in 2022.
Samaschool
Certificate, Digital Skills
2017 - 2017
Completed Internet & Digital Basics training at Samaschool in 2017 focusing on digital skills and online work readiness.
Vision Institute of Professional Studies
Certified Public Accountant (Sections 1–4), Accounting
2014 - 2017
Completed Certified Public Accountant coursework (Sections 1–4) between 2014 and 2017.
Nairobi Aviation College
Diploma in Banking & Finance, Banking & Finance
2013 - 2014
Completed a Diploma in Banking & Finance during 2013–2014.
Christ the King Computer College
Certificate in IT (Stage I), Information Technology
2011 - 2012
Completed Certificate in IT (Stage I) covering foundational information technology topics in 2011–2012.
Brookfield Secondary School
KCSE, General Secondary Education
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with graduation in 2010.
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