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Obey Makombe

@obeymakombe

Entry-level Data Analyst in Munich, building practical solutions with Python, SQL, Excel and Power BI. Open to remote and working-student roles.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for an opportunity to apply my MSc studies and project experience in data analytics, using Python, SQL, Excel, and Power BI while continuing to grow professionally.

Entry-level Data Analyst and Business Analytics student based in Munich, Germany (CET/CEST). I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Information Technology and am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Analytics and Data Science.

I work with Python, SQL, Jupyter Notebook, Power BI, Excel, and PostgreSQL to clean, analyse, and visualise data. My portfolio work focuses on exploratory analysis, KPI reporting, data preparation, dashboards, and translating business questions into clear insights.

I also bring professional experience in technical support, administration, and customer-facing operations. I am seeking remote entry-level, working-student, part-time, contract, or full-time opportunities in data analytics, business intelligence, operations analytics, customer support, or data-focused administration. I am comfortable working independently, communicating clearly, managing priorities, and collaborating across teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IT Support / Payments Support Analyst

ZB Financial Holdings

Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 (6 months)

Analysed large financial transaction datasets using SQL and Python to identify trends, patterns, and risks — producing structured analytical approaches to ambiguous business problems and translating findings into actionable recommendations.
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Defined and tracked 8 KPIs across T24 Core Banking, Postilion, and TMS — building a reliable Power BI dashboards

Python SQL Excel Microsoft Office Tableau Core Banking Point of Sale Systems

Point of Sale (POS) Specialist

Central Africa Building Society

Oct 2020 - Jun 2023 (2 years 8 months)

Analysed large operational datasets across 50+ merchant sites using SQL — identifying that ~20% of merchants generated 70%+ of failures, a structured insight that directed optimisation efforts and reduced failure rates by ~25%.
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Built and maintained KPI dashboards and reporting frameworks for product, sales, and operations stakeholders

Python SQL Excel Microsoft Office Stakeholder Management

System Engineer

TAAT Consulting

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)

Supported data validation, SQL-based analysis, and structured documentation in a financial services environment — building strong foundations in data quality and analytical rigour

Core Banking Web Development SQL

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

EU Business School

Master of Science, Data Science & Business Analytics

Pursuing an MSc in Data Science & Business Analytics with key modules in Data Analytics.

Catholic University of Zimbabwe - Harare, Zimbabwe

Bachelor of Business Management & Information Technology, Information Technology

2016 - 2020

Grade: Upper Second

Activities and societies: Chess, Football

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Information Technology, combining business strategy, operations and organisational management with IT systems, databases and digital solutions. Developed practical skills in analysing business processes, using technology to support decision-making, and managing technology-driven projects.