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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Memberships and organizations
Conference participation
Contact
GRANT AWARDED
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NICHOLAS BETT

Hildesheim

Summary

I have a strong acumen in techniques for data in predictive analytics and risk modelling derived from theory, hands-on, and up-to-date research in data science and actuarial science vital in consequential decision process.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant

Dattacham Consulting
01.2023 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
  • Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions for client staff and external, enhancing their skills and knowledge in key areas.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients such as web applications using R such as shiny apps

Junior Research Fellow

Moi University
01.2014 - Current


  • Mentored undergraduate students through their research projects, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Presented research findings at conferences, increasing visibility and collaboration opportunities for the lab.
  • Initiated collaborations with external researchers, broadening knowledge exchange across institutions worldwide.
  • Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of advancements within the field of study.
  • Aided in securing grant funding by assisting with proposal writing and submission processes.
  • Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Graduate Management Trainee (Actuarial)

Kenindia Assurance Limited
01.2013 - 03.2014
  • Presented findings to senior management for informed decision-making regarding business strategies and growth opportunities.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Served as an effective liaison between various departments while working on collaborative projects during the graduate management trainee program.
  • Enhanced company efficiency by conducting research, analyzing data, and identifying areas for improvement such as claims and pensioner's data specifically for actuarial valuation

Education

Ph.D. - PhD By Research Data Science (Actuarial Science)

University of Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda
10.2025

Master of Science - Actuarial Science

University of Nairobi
09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

University of Nairobi
09.2012

Fellowship (Student Actuary)

Institute And Faculty of Actuaries
Edinburgh (United Kingdom)
01.2027

Skills

  • Analytical
  • Interpersonal
  • Programming
  • Communication

Certification

  • Data Scientist R Track, Datacamp, 03/01/20 - 08/31/20
  • Machine Learning and Computational Statistics, Harvard Data Science Initiative HDSI, 07/01/19
  • Methods for Data Management with Software Application, CODATA-RDA-ICTP School of Research Data Science, 10/01/18 - 11/30/18
  • Governance and Risk Management, Liberty Pension, 11/01/13

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
German
Beginner (A1)

Memberships and organizations

  • Global Association of Risks Professionals
  • The Actuarial Society of Kenya TASK
  • Kenya Red Cross Society

Conference participation

  • Insurance Data Science, 06/01/19, Zurich, Switzerland
  • Data Analytics for SMEs, 09/01/18, Eldoret, Kenya

Contact

+4915207743026, +254710613108, kanutec@gmail.com, nicholasbett@mu.ac.ke

GRANT AWARDED

  • KENET Innovation Grants, An IoT-based Federated Learning Approach Based on CNN and Majority Voting Techniques for Sustainable Agriculture, Focuses on leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) and innovative machine learning techniques to address sustainability challenges in the agriculture sector.

Software

R

Excel

Timeline

Consultant

Dattacham Consulting
01.2023 - Current

Junior Research Fellow

Moi University
01.2014 - Current

Graduate Management Trainee (Actuarial)

Kenindia Assurance Limited
01.2013 - 03.2014

Ph.D. - PhD By Research Data Science (Actuarial Science)

University of Rwanda

Master of Science - Actuarial Science

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

University of Nairobi

Fellowship (Student Actuary)

Institute And Faculty of Actuaries
NICHOLAS BETT