Simon Kiragu
@simonkiragu
Experienced data analyst passionate about leveraging data for business growth.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced data analyst with a strong background in Information Technology, specializing in data acquisition, modeling, analysis, and visualization. My passion lies in leveraging data science techniques to solve complex business problems and enhance operational efficiency. I have honed my skills in machine learning and statistical analysis, which have proven invaluable in driving insights that contribute to business growth.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led projects such as the Iris Flower Species Prediction Model and SafeWay, a machine learning model predicting safe routes for e-hailing drivers. My internship at Mombasa Waters and Sanitation Company allowed me to lead a team in deploying network systems and significantly improve data processing times. I am also dedicated to sharing my knowledge as a volunteer data trainer, where I coordinate advanced Python and data analytics sessions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Data Trainer
Obondium
Jul 2024 - Aug 2024 (1 month)
In my role as a Volunteer Data Trainer, I coordinated advanced Python and data analytics sessions for learners and supported various workshops. This experience enhanced my teaching and mentoring skills in data science.
Data Intern
Mombasa Waters and Sanitation Company
May 2024 - Jul 2024 (2 months)
As a Data Intern, I led a team in deploying network systems and improved efficiency. I cleansed and analyzed GIS data using Python, reducing processing time by 30%. Additionally, I managed sales data with SQL and Excel, visualizing insights in Tableau, which boosted revenue by 10%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Technical University of Mombasa
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2021 - 2025
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, focusing on data acquisition, data modeling, data analysis, and machine learning. The program emphasizes practical skills in data science and analysis to drive business insights and operational efficiency.
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