Stephen Karuma
@stephenkaruma
Data Specialist and Virtual Assistant delivering accurate KPI reporting and AI-ready annotated datasets.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Results-driven Virtual Assistant and Data Specialist with 6+ years of experience delivering operational excellence across administrative support, data management, and AI-driven data projects. I’m focused on data quality, process improvement, and helping teams turn raw information into reliable insights.
At Bata Shoe Kenya PLC, I progressed from Dispatch Clerk to Administrative Assistant, building a strong foundation in documentation compliance, reporting accuracy, and KPI monitoring. I prepare weekly and monthly production and dispatch reports in Excel for senior management, coordinate cross-departmental communication, and streamline workflows to improve operational efficiency.
Through CloudFactory (Remote), I’ve contributed for 5 years to AI/ML data projects, providing high-quality data annotation and enrichment. I support computer vision and NLP initiatives with consistent labeling, meet rigorous performance targets, and collaborate with global teams in project meetings and community initiatives.
I also bring 4.5+ years of remote transcription experience (Go Transcription), converting audio and video into polished written text with strict confidentiality. Across every role, I bring attention to detail, time management, and strong remote team collaboration—so work stays accurate, timely, and audit-ready.
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Administrative Assistant
Bata Shoe Kenya PLC
Mar 2022 - Present (4 years)
Managed departmental documents, records, and reports with high accuracy and audit-ready compliance. Prepared weekly and monthly production/dispatch reports in Excel and monitored KPIs to support management decision-making.
Dispatch Clerk
Bata Shoe Kenya PLC
Mar 2019 - Mar 2022 (3 years)
Coordinated the transfer of packed inventory from production to the on-site warehouse and ensured dispatch readiness. Maintained dispatch logs, coordinated with logistics teams for timely shipments, and supported multiple production teams with schedule adherence and quality control.
Data Specialist
CloudFactory
Sep 2020 - Aug 2025 (4 years 11 months)
Delivered data annotation and enrichment for global AI/ML projects, supporting computer vision and natural language processing workflows. Maintained confidentiality and met performance targets while collaborating with remote teams on evolving project requirements.
Transcription Specialist
Go Transcription
Aug 2018 - Feb 2023 (4 years 6 months)
Provided accurate transcription services converting audio and video into polished written text across business, academic, and media content types. Ensured grammar, formatting, and style compliance while meeting client deadlines in a fast-paced remote environment with strict confidentiality.
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