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Joy Machuka

Joy Machuka

Data Professional

Summary

As a versatile change analyst, known for providing smooth, streamlined operational modifications. Exploits historical data and technical savvy to produce strategic plans guaranteed to produce positive movement in production and compliance metrics.

I bring a self-driven approach to translating intricate business requirements into effective technical solutions. My proficiency extends from machine learning and data analysis to comprehensive data wrangling, coupled with expertise in statistical data visualization. Additionally, I hold competencies in web development across various frameworks used to deploy models.

My meticulous attention to detail, strong collaborative aptitude, and unwavering commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement, underscored by a growth mindset, make me a versatile asset with the ability to adapt quickly to evolving challenges.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

ICT Officer

Kenya Meteorological Department
1 2024 - Current
  • Created mobile forecast access app, achieving 90% user adoption amongst staff within months of launch and maintaining 99% uptime to ensure staff members have consistent, daily access to forecast data on their phones.
  • Reduced time spent on daily forecast model execution and map distribution by 95% through automated scripts, achieving delivery of forecast maps to team members within 10 minutes of model completion.
  • Generated daily forecasts with 90% accuracy by leveraging climate data analysis and tools like ArcGIS, producing complete daily climate reports within 1 hour.

Part Time Data Scientist

Prospect 33 Global Data Lab
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Optimized the effectiveness of the money laundering detection model by adjusting and incorporating algorithmic enhancements resulting to a remarkable 30% increase in accuracy and 25% improvement in efficiency in identifying suspicious financial activities
  • Learn, understand, and work with new and emerging technologies, methodologies, and solutions in the financial technology space
  • Research and explore data collected in finance systems and create a model to combat money laundering in financial systems
  • Develop models and reports for financial business functions

Data Analyst

Pet Store Kenya
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Helped bundle products strategically throughout sales marketing campaigns to create fast selling bundles by employing the apriori algorithm to perform customer item association analysis, that yielded an impressive 25% surge in the selling rate, ultimately fostering a 25% overall enhancement in sales performance and business growth
  • Develop statistical and machine learning models, and lead scientific research for cutting-edge data science solutions for business functions
  • Support local Sales teams in pursuit of key business opportunities, engaging customers to address aspects of the data lifecycle

Web Developer Intern

EldoHub Vikas Hardware ltd
1 2021 - 3 2021
  • Addressed the challenge of inefficient stock management by developing and deploying an efficient digital stock management web app, reducing processing time by 30% and enhancing real-time tracking, leading to improved inventory control and operational efficiency
  • Developed and maintained a user-friendly web interface for stock management, ensuring an intuitive and efficient user experience
  • Implemented robust back-end functionalities for real-time stock tracking, enabling accurate and immediate inventory updates
  • Conducted regular system tests and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and data accuracy

Business Developer Analyst

Telkom Kenya
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Exceeded 2020 YTD targets by 115%, leading as the top-performer in corporate sales
  • Applied a proactive, data-driven strategy, resulting in a significant revenue increase and elevating overall sales division success
  • Identify business and technical requirements from potential users, conduct full technical discovery, and architect client solutions to meet gathered requirements
  • Lead technical projects, technology advocacy, supporting bid responses, product and solution briefings, proof-of-concept work, and the coordination of supporting technical resources

Education

Master of Science - Data Science & Leadership

Amsterdam Tech
11.2023 - 2025.04

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Kisii University
09.2014 - 2018.12

Software Development Certificate -

Moringa School
02.2022 - 2022.07

Google Data Analytics Certificate -

Google
10.2021 - 2021.11

Data Science Certificate -

Moringa School
04.2021 - 2021.10

Transformational Digital Leadership -

Thunderbird School of Global Management
01.2021 - 2021.04

Machine Learning for Software Engineers -

Educative Inc
09.2020 - 2020.12

Skills

  • Ecommerce

  • Supply Chain Management

  • Marketing

  • Machine Learning

  • Statistical Data Analytics

  • Data cleaning

  • Data Visualization

  • Data Storytelling

  • Hypothesis Testing

  • Data Modelling

  • Numpy

  • Pandas

  • Sklearn

  • TensorFlow

  • Power Bi & Tableau

  • Microsoft Excel Power Query

  • ArcGIS

  • Git

  • SQL

  • Python

  • Flask

  • Django

  • JavaScript

  • AngularJS

  • Full Stack Web Development

  • Full Stack Web Development

  • R programming

  • Database management

  • Time-series analysis

  • Data-driven decision-making

  • Statistical analysis

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Timeline

Master of Science - Data Science & Leadership

Amsterdam Tech
11.2023 - 2025.04

Part Time Data Scientist

Prospect 33 Global Data Lab
03.2023 - 12.2023

Data Analyst

Pet Store Kenya
10.2022 - 03.2023

Software Development Certificate -

Moringa School
02.2022 - 2022.07

Google Data Analytics Certificate -

Google
10.2021 - 2021.11

Data Science Certificate -

Moringa School
04.2021 - 2021.10

Transformational Digital Leadership -

Thunderbird School of Global Management
01.2021 - 2021.04

Machine Learning for Software Engineers -

Educative Inc
09.2020 - 2020.12

Business Developer Analyst

Telkom Kenya
01.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Kisii University
09.2014 - 2018.12

ICT Officer

Kenya Meteorological Department
1 2024 - Current

Web Developer Intern

EldoHub Vikas Hardware ltd
1 2021 - 3 2021

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