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Taurai Matafi

@tauraimatafi

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A results-orientated data scientist skilled in Python, SQL, and Tableau

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that leverages my dual expertise in data science and actuarial science to solve complex business challenges. I am particularly interested in a position that offers opportunities for innovation in areas like machine learning, AI automation, and data-driven strategy, allowing me to contribute to significant projects and continue developing my technical leadership skills

Taurai Matafi is a Data Scientist and Actuary with an MSc in Big Data Analytics. He currently leads actuarial valuations and AI automation projects at Zimnat Lion General Insurance, with a strong background in data analysis, financial modelling, and business intelligence.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Actuarial Data Scientist

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Zimnat Lion General Insurance

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Lead actuarial valuations, technical reserves and reinsurance optimisation while directing IFRS 17 implementation and delivering ML/AI automation projects that improve pricing, reporting and product administration.

Actuarial Valuation IFRS 17 Reserves Calculation Reinsurance Optimisation Machine Learning Data Warehousing Data Governance Tableau Power BI

Data and Reporting Analyst

Ecocash Holdings

Mar 2021 - Jan 2022 (10 months)

Produced operational performance reports and real-time dashboards, ensured data quality and presented insights to management to support strategic decision-making.

Data Analysis Dashboarding SQL Data Quality Tableau Power BI Reporting Stakeholder Communication

Financial Analyst

Scientific & Industrial Research & Development Centre

May 2020 - Feb 2021 (9 months)

Analyzed financial data to support budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis, prepared management reports and financial models to improve organisational financial performance.

Financial Analysis Budgeting Forecasting Cost Analysis Financial Modelling Reporting Excel Stakeholder Collaboration

Premium Accounting Officer

Doves Funeral Assurance

Apr 2018 - Apr 2020 (2 years)

Managed premium accounting operations, ensured timely premium processing, analyzed portfolio performance and prepared financial reports to support client servicing and portfolio optimisation.

Premium Accounting Reconciliations Portfolio Analysis Reporting Client Liaison Payments Processing Financial Controls Financial Control

Data Analyst (Consultant)

Ulendo Human Capital

Designed and executed market satisfaction surveys for clients (BancABC, Bonvie Medical Aid, MCAZ), analyzed survey data to surface satisfaction trends and delivered actionable reports to clients.