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Lulama Ntshangase

@lulamantshangase

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Junior Research Analyst skilled in OSINT, data analysis, and software development.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can apply OSINT and data analysis to inform risk management, collaborate cross-functionally, grow technical skills, and contribute to impactful research-driven decisions in a supportive, learning-focused environment.

I am a Junior Research Analyst combining OSINT expertise with a software development background to deliver actionable intelligence and data-driven insights. I leverage Python, Java and data structures alongside strong analytical skills to analyze diverse datasets and support risk management.

At Intelligo I conduct advanced OSINT and market research, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and produce precise reports while improving tools and methodologies. My prior virtual assistance experience honed my administrative, communication and problem-solving abilities in remote settings.

My academic background in Political Science, International Relations and African Studies underpins my critical thinking and research methods; my honours thesis examined gender disparities in financial inclusion, informing policy-relevant recommendations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Junior Research Analyst

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Intelligo

Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Conducts advanced OSINT and WEBSINT research to support risk management, analyzes diverse datasets to identify patterns and deliver actionable intelligence, and produces detailed reports to inform strategic decision-making.

OSINT WEBSINT Data Analysis Python Report Writing Risk Management Market Research Remote Collaboration

Administrator

Lulama Virtual Assistance

Mar 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 9 months)

Managed client email correspondence, scheduling, document preparation and data entry while maintaining organized records and resolving administrative and technical issues to ensure timely delivery of services.

Scheduling document preparation Data Entry Microsoft Office Calendar Management Client Communication Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), African Studies (Politics)

2023 - 2024

Activities and societies: Honours thesis on gender disparities in financial inclusion.

Honours degree in African Studies with a Politics major; thesis examined gender disparities in financial inclusion in South African townships using qualitative methods.

WeThinkCode

Higher Certificate in Software Development, Software Development

Completed a Higher Certificate in Software Development focusing on practical programming and software engineering fundamentals.

University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts, Social Sciences (Politics)

Activities and societies: Stakeholder Representative at Finance Portfolio Committee Meeting; Participant at Transforming Africa: Innovating Our Way Towards Sustainability Conference 2024.

Bachelor of Arts with specialization in Social Sciences, majoring in Politics.