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waithaka mugweru

@waithakamugweru

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Data and Machine Learning Leader with extensive fintech experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my data expertise to drive impactful business decisions.

I am a Data and Machine Learning Leader with extensive experience across fintech, investments, and logistics. My expertise lies in leveraging vast datasets to drive game-changing growth and data-driven decision-making. I have a proven track record in building machine learning models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation.

Throughout my career, I have applied advanced analytics and statistical modeling to understand customer value and shape business-critical decisions. I work directly with executive stakeholders, lead analytical teams, and drive complex data science projects. Known for building scalable systems and improving analytical standards, I excel at translating complex work into tangible business goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data Solutions Analyst II

Current

Nithio

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Led borrower-facing analytics during Nithio’s data-driven due diligence—owning the full pipeline from data ingestion to reconciliation and results adoption by CEOs, CFOs, and Portfolio Heads. Re-architected and implemented the core machine learning credit risk segmentation engine, introducing tiered clustering and repayment trajectory parameterization—enhancing cashflow modelling and portfolio ris

Machine Learning Data Ingestion Segmentation

Regional Manager (Africa) – Courier Operations & Glover Experience

GlovoApp

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 7 months)

Spearheaded the design and execution of data-driven courier acquisition and retention strategies across Africa, collaborating with PMs and Country GMs and guiding local operations teams to achieve regional objectives. Leveraged in-depth analysis to develop a region-wide spend allocation strategy for courier acquisition, which improved onboarding efficiency by 9%.

Data Analysis COURIER Retention Strategy Spend Allocation Onboarding Efficiency Operational Management

Head of Operations – Kenya

GlovoApp

May 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Responsible for courier and delivery costs (P&L management) while maintaining high levels of customer and courier UX. Spearheaded data analysis to identify and eliminate fraudulent courier behaviour, leading to solutions that improved delivery time by 18% and contributed to 37% growth in order volumes.

P&L management Data Analysis Fraud Detection Dispatch Algorithms System Integration

Senior Consultant – Data Analytics

KPMG East Africa

Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Guided and mentored junior analysts in the strategic design and development of data-driven client solutions, enhancing project delivery efficiency through advanced analytical tools. Pioneered the strategic modularization of an IFRS 9 analytic application, enabling its scalable deployment across the entire Ethiopian banking industry and empowering a team of 5 data analysts with the skills to accele

Data Analytics Project Delivery IFRS 9 Analytical Tools Automation Training Mentoring

Consultant – Data Analytics

KPMG East Africa

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 11 months)

Initiated the design, development, and deployment of bespoke analytical tools, translating complex client business challenges into impactful data solutions. Drove the successful first-time adoption of IFRS 9 for a leading Ethiopian bank, personally developing the core analytical application and training the client team on its operational use, which generated over 30% of departmental annual revenue

Analytical Development Data Solutions IFRS 9 Training Clients Revenue Technical Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Georgia Institute of Technology

MSc Analytics, Analytics

2022 - 2025

Grade: 3.9

Activities and societies: Capstone: Led segmentation redesign at Nithio. Developed tiered time series clustering and parametric modelling of repayment behaviour to improve credit risk understanding.

Led segmentation redesign at Nithio, developing tiered time series clustering and parametric modelling of repayment behaviour to improve credit risk understanding. Completed coursework in Machine Learning for Trading, Bayesian Statistics, Simulation, Computational Data Analysis & Machine Learning, Data & Visual Analytics, Analytics Modelling, HCI, and Digital Marketing.

Alliance High School

KCSE, General Studies

2007 - 2010

Grade: A (84/84 points)

Activities and societies: Ranked 33rd nationally (top 0.01%) in 2010’s KCSE (National Highschool Exam). Led my peers as the Library Captain, House Chairman, Scouts Quarter Master and Scouts Patrol Leader.

Ranked 33rd nationally (top 0.01%) in 2010’s KCSE (National Highschool Exam). Led peers as the Library Captain, House Chairman, Scouts Quarter Master and Scouts Patrol Leader.