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Waburi Wahito

@waburiwahito

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Enthusiastic Statistician and Agripreneur with data analysis expertise.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage data for impactful agricultural solutions and fosters professional growth.

I am an enthusiastic Statistician, Administrator, and Agripreneur with a strong focus on agricultural value chain optimization and data analysis. My expertise lies in designing data collection tools, conducting field research, and delivering actionable insights that drive sustainable agricultural development. I am proficient in statistical software such as R, SPSS, STATA, SQL, and POWER BI, and I leverage machine learning techniques to enhance food security and improve outcomes for smallholder farmers.

In my current role as an Agripreneur with the National Value Chain Development Program, I have successfully led initiatives that improved market access for over 500 smallholder farmers in Murang’a. I design and deploy data collection tools to assess crop production gaps and farmer needs, analyze seasonal trends, and recommend drought-resistant crop strategies that have boosted yields by 15%. My commitment to delivering high-quality reports and tracking metrics has been instrumental in driving income growth and reducing post-harvest losses.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Agripreneur

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National Value Chain Development Program

Feb 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Led agricultural value chain initiatives, improving market access for over 500 smallholder farmers. Designed and deployed data collection tools to assess crop production gaps and farmer needs.

Agricultural Value Chain Data Collection Crop Production Farmer Needs Assessment

Finance Assistant

Hatari Security Ltd

Dec 2021 - Aug 2024 (2 years 8 months)

Prepared invoices and payslips, ensuring accurate financial records. Managed administrative tasks including phone calls, emails, and scheduling to support organizational operations.

Invoicing Payroll Administrative Support Record keeping Office Management

Presiding Officer

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Jul 2022 - Aug 2022 (1 month)

Supervised election processes for 15 polling stations, ensuring 100% data accuracy under strict deadlines. Managed and oversaw all aspects of the electoral procedure.

Election Supervision Electoral Procedures Team Leadership

Voter Registration Clerk

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Jan 2022 - Feb 2022 (1 month)

Digitized voter records with 99.9% accuracy, contributing to efficient data management. Promoted voter education in local communities to enhance civic participation.

Voter Registration Digitalization Voter Education Community Engagement

Voter Registration Clerk

IEBC

Jan 2022 - Feb 2022 (1 month)

Digitized voter records with 99.9% accuracy and promoted voter education in local communities. Contributed to the efficiency and integrity of the voter registration process.

Digitalization Voter Registration Community Engagement Voter Education

Office Assistant

Hatari Security Ltd

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Streamlined tax filing processes for over 50 staff and maintained compliance records. Ensured all necessary documentation was accurately prepared and submitted.

Tax Filings Compliance Record Maintenance Administrative Support Documentation

ICT Intern

Murang'a Water and Sanitation Company

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021 (2 months)

Analyzed customer feedback data to enhance service delivery strategies. Identified key areas for improvement based on customer insights.

Data Analysis Customer Feedback Service Delivery Strategic Planning

Enumerator

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

Aug 2019 - Aug 2019 (0 months)

Collected and digitized household survey data for national statistical reporting. Ensured the accuracy and completeness of collected information.

Data Collection Digitalization Household Surveys Data Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Chuka University

Master of Science, Applied Statistics

2024 -

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Applied Statistics, with coursework completed as of December 2024. Thesis focuses on a machine learning approach to predict hypertension based on clinical and lifestyle factors, currently in the data analysis stage.

Murang'a University of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Statistics with Programming

2016 - 2021

Grade: Second-Class Honours (Upper Division)

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Programming, graduating with Second-Class Honours (Upper Division). The program provided a strong foundation in statistical methods and programming skills.