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Ruth Kiarie

@ruthkiarie1

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Business & IT graduate with entrepreneurial experience and data analytics training.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a remote role that allows me to leverage data analytics to drive business decisions and foster growth.

I am a Business and IT graduate with six years of entrepreneurial experience, having successfully run my own bakery. My journey has equipped me with strong analytical and technical skills, particularly in sales tracking and bookkeeping. Currently, I am enhancing my expertise through data analytics training at ALX Africa, where I am gaining proficiency in SQL, Python, Power BI, and Tableau.

Throughout my career, I have leveraged data-driven insights to optimize business operations and improve customer engagement. My experience includes analyzing website content performance and managing document systems to streamline workflows. I am passionate about using data to drive impactful decision-making and am eager to apply my skills in a full-time remote junior data analyst role.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Bakery Owner

Self Employed

Dec 2015 - Jan 2022 (6 years 1 month)

Started and operated a bakery, fulfilling 400 custom orders annually and managing end-to-end operations including product development, supplier management, and quality control. Developed an Excel pricing model to track business inputs, sales, and expenses, utilizing feedback data to enhance product quality and increase repeat orders.

Business Operations Excel Expense Management Product Development Quality Control Customer Relationship Management

Tech Support

Intellinks East Africa

Mar 2015 - Nov 2015 (8 months)

Analyzed and updated website content performance on WordPress, using data-driven insights to optimize user engagement and content strategy. Leveraged Bit-defender consumer-line sales, identifying and targeting high-potential clients. Managed and configured document management systems for clients, analyzing data to streamline workflows and improve document organization and accessibility.

WordPress Data Analysis Document Management Workflow Optimization

Intern

University of Nairobi

Feb 2013 - May 2013 (3 months)

Provided user support, resolving hardware, software, and access-related issues through tools like Active Directory to manage user accounts and permissions. Managed user accounts and group policies in Active Directory, including account creation, permission assignments and security updates.

User Support Active Directory Account Management Group Policy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ALX Africa

Certificate, Data Analytics

Currently undertaking comprehensive data analytics training, acquiring proficiency in key tools and languages. Gained hands-on experience with SQL, Python, Power BI, and Tableau for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.

Kenya Methodist University

Bachelor's Degree, Business & Information Technology

Completed a Bachelor's Degree focusing on the intersection of business principles and information technology. Gained foundational knowledge in IT systems, business operations, and strategic decision-making.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology

Diploma, Information Technology

Obtained a Diploma in Information Technology, building a strong foundation in core IT concepts and practical applications. Developed essential technical skills relevant to the IT industry.