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Faith Wanjiru Kirigi

Data Analyst
Nairobi

Summary

Detail-oriented Python Programmer and Data Analyst with proven experience building robust, scalable data pipelines, automating reporting processes, and developing insightful dashboards using Power BI and SQL. Skilled in extracting, cleaning, and transforming large datasets to support strategic decision-making. Strong understanding of data structures, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics. Experienced in fraud detection and risk mitigation through custom-built machine learning models in Python. Passionate about leveraging code to solve business problems and improve operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Fraud and Risk Analyst

Sportserve
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed automated fraud detection models using Python and SQL, improving fraud detection accuracy by 30%.
  • Designed real-time dashboards in Power BI to track fraudulent transactions and operational risks.
  • Conducted in-depth data analysis on financial transactions to identify risk patterns and anomalies.
  • Managed and optimized server-based databases using MS SQL Management Studio for fraud risk assessment.
  • Led report development projects, generating and distributing weekly and monthly insights on fraud trends.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve fraud prevention strategies through data-driven insights.

FinOps Agent

Jumia Kenya
11.2023 - 01.2025
  • Built SQL-based financial reporting tools to improve accuracy in vendor payment cycles.
  • Analyzed revenue trends and financial performance data to provide insights for senior management.
  • Created Excel dashboards with Power Query to automate reconciliation processes, reducing errors by 40%.
  • Spearheaded the development and rollout of data automation tools, ensuring seamless reporting across departments.
  • Assisted in change management initiatives, improving finance team adoption of new reporting systems.

Data Labeling and Transcription Analyst, Team Lead

CloudFactory
02.2021 - 04.2024
  • Led a team of analysts in data annotation and quality assurance, ensuring 99% accuracy in training datasets.
  • Designed automated quality control scripts in Python, improving efficiency by 20%.
  • Managed large-scale datasets for machine learning projects, contributing to AI model improvements.
  • Developed and distributed monthly analytical reports to track performance metrics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Business Studies

KCA University
09.2019 - 04.2023

Diploma - Business Information & Computer Technology

IAT
05.2018 - 04.2019

Data Science Certificate - undefined

Nawiri Tech
09.2024 - 12.2024

Applied data science lab - undefined

Worldquant University

Skills

  • business intelligence
  • automation
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Power BI
  • Excel
  • data wrangling
  • ETL processes

Certification

Google Data Analytics Certificate, 2024

Accomplishments

  • Developed an automated revenue dashboard using Power BI and SQL, reducing report preparation time by 50%.
  • Built a predictive fraud detection model that helped detect 20% more high-risk transactions.
  • Optimized ETL workflows, leading to a 30% improvement in data processing speed.

Timeline

Fraud and Risk Analyst

Sportserve
01.2025 - Current

Data Science Certificate - undefined

Nawiri Tech
09.2024 - 12.2024

FinOps Agent

Jumia Kenya
11.2023 - 01.2025

Data Labeling and Transcription Analyst, Team Lead

CloudFactory
02.2021 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Business Studies

KCA University
09.2019 - 04.2023

Diploma - Business Information & Computer Technology

IAT
05.2018 - 04.2019

Applied data science lab - undefined

Worldquant University
Faith Wanjiru KirigiData Analyst