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Passy Miano

Nairobi, Nairobi Province

Summary

Experienced data analyst and digital innovator with a proven track record in developing digital platforms, managing data processes, and delivering high-impact reports for international organizations. Skilled in Python, Power BI, Excel, and database management, with expertise spanning civic engagement platforms, sustainability initiatives, and machine learning research. Hands-on experience working with multicultural teams across Africa, delivering data-driven insights and streamlining operations to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about leveraging technology and data to drive meaningful change in international development and sustainability sectors.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Expert

GIZ Kenya
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Spearheaded the development of the Citizen Engagement Platform, a digital tool to enhance civic participation across Africa.
  • Led survey operations by working with African Union departments, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and member states to design, customize, and structure surveys tailored to diverse country contexts.
  • Authored and maintained survey instruments using internal tools; tested surveys for logic and functionality, ensuring a seamless user experience and technical soundness.
  • Uploaded surveys to the platform, monitored live survey performance, and responded quickly to technical issues or feedback from field teams.
  • Standardized data collection through the creation of a dynamic survey framework and related SOPs, improving quality control and enabling scalable deployment across multiple pilot countries.
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders to iterate on survey content and design, integrating real-time feedback into successive versions.
  • Facilitated capacity-building workshops for partner institutions and field staff to ensure proper survey administration and data integrity.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully piloted the platform in three AU member states, with high survey completion and engagement rates.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive survey management workflow, significantly reducing errors and turnaround time.
  • Produced performance dashboards and monitoring reports using identified KPIs, enabling evidence-based decision-making across departments.

Digital and Innovation Fellow

African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD)
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Developed interactive dashboards using Power BI to enhance project monitoring.
  • Managed data lifecycle processes to facilitate informed decision-making.

Key Achievements:

  • Designed and implemented user-friendly dashboards, improving monitoring and evaluation capabilities.
  • Streamlined data management processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting and decision-making.
  • Played a key role in fostering a culture of digital innovation within the organization, contributing to its long-term success.

Machine Learning Researcher

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Conducted in-depth research on time-frequency analysis/Machine learning and its application to carbon market forecasting.
  • Designed and developed a hybrid forecasting model that combined multiscale analysis techniques with machine learning models.

Key Achievements

  • Achieved significant improvement in the prediction accuracy of carbon prices through the implementation of the hybrid model with Mean Squared Error of 0.049.
  • Published a research paper in the prestigious Annals of Operations Research, contributing to the field's knowledge and showcasing expertise in the domain.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Mathematics

African Institute For Mathematical Sciences
Limbe. Cameroon
07-2021

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science

University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
09-2020

Skills

    Hard Skills

    Data Analysis

    Product Management

    Data Management

    Data Visualization

    Machine Learning (Predictive Modeling & Deep Learning)

    SOPs Creation

    Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement

    Training & Capacity Building

    Tools & Software

    Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

    Python (Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, Scrapy, Sci-Kit Learn, TensorFlow)

    R, SQL

    Power BI, Tableau

Certification

Nanodegree: Data Analysis With Python

Udacity- Online

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Publications

Time-frequency analysis and machine learning models for carbon market forecasting.  link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-023-05443-x


Timeline

Digital Expert

GIZ Kenya
09.2023 - 08.2024

Digital and Innovation Fellow

African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD)
09.2022 - 08.2023

Machine Learning Researcher

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences
04.2021 - 10.2021

Master of Science - Applied Mathematics

African Institute For Mathematical Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science

University of Nairobi
Passy Miano