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Jackline Ngenia

Data Scientist
Nairobi

Summary

Jackline is a result oriented Data Scientist with experience in Python and R Programming Languages, predictive modeling, reporting and analytics in various sectors. She has strong knowledge of the techniques of probability, statistics and mathematics. She is experienced in working on real-time statistical data using Data Analysis, Excel, R and Python while possessing solid quantitative SQL skills. In addition, she is proficient with Machine Learning.

She is passionate about developing new skills and building lasting professional relationships for self growth and organizational achievement.

She aims to achieve high career growth through a continuous learning process and keep herself dynamic, visionary and competitive with the changing scenario of the world.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Junior Data Scientist

Asante Financial Services Group
Nairobi
06.2022 - Current
  • Utilizes data analysis techniques to score and set lending limits for small businesses, contributing to more accurate risk assessment and lending strategies
  • Spearheads data cleaning initiatives, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data used for analysis and decision-making
  • Creates comprehensive Tableau reports for data visualization, aiding in easy comprehension and decision-making for stakeholders
  • Transforms complex data sets into insightful visualizations that assist in identifying trends, patterns, and areas for optimization
  • Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including colleagues from various departments, to gather insights, share findings, and contribute to overall business objectives
  • Develops innovative solutions to challenges related to data quality, model accuracy, and process efficiency, resulting in streamlined workflows and improved outcomes
  • Contributes to the company's bottom line by providing data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions, leading to optimized lending strategies and improved business performance.

Data Science Intern

Asante Financial Services Group
Nairobi
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in creating visually appealing dashboards that effectively communicated insights to stakeholders
  • Supported data cleaning efforts by identifying and rectifying inconsistencies, contributing to improved data quality
  • Gained experience in data preprocessing techniques, ensuring accurate and reliable data for analysis
  • Worked closely with the Data Science team, contributing to data projects and sharing insights during team discussions
  • Absorbed knowledge rapidly and demonstrated a proactive attitude towards learning new tools and techniques.

Junior Machine Learning Engineer

Omdena
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Project name: Facilitating access to financial services for underserved populations in Africa
  • I collaborated in the Omdena AI with the impact startup Toju Africa within 8 weeks with 30+ change makers from all over the world to build an AI solution

Achievements

  • Worked on the loan capacity prediction for the MSMEs given their different features
  • Successfully performed preprocessing and analysis on the data
  • Implemented models to predict minimum and the maximum loan amount, and the likelihood of loan default
  • Deployed the models on a dashboard.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Actuarial Science

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Kiambu, Kenya
09.2017 - 12.2021

Certificate - Data Science

Zindua School
03.2021 - 12.2021

Skills

    Programming Languages: Python and R

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Certification

Data Analyst in R - Dataquest.io

Timeline

Junior Data Scientist

Asante Financial Services Group
06.2022 - Current

Data Science Intern

Asante Financial Services Group
03.2022 - 05.2022

Junior Machine Learning Engineer

Omdena
02.2022 - 05.2022

Certificate - Data Science

Zindua School
03.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor's degree - Actuarial Science

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
09.2017 - 12.2021
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