Community and social development projects service
Richard Konza
Data Analyst & Statistician
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,Kenya
Summary
Detail-oriented Data Analyst with 7 years of experience in projects & real estate industry, specializing in collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting complex data to inform strategic business decisions. Proficient in advanced statistical techniques and data visualization tools, including SQL, Excel, Python, R, SPSS, STATA, Power BI, and Tableau. Achieved significant milestones in data & systems centralization at Optiven Group, managing large datasets seamlessly, developing predictive models, identifying market trends, and providing actionable insights that drive wider market reach and revenue growth. Precise & objective communicator to non-technical stakeholders. Excellent in collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize holistic system processes & improve performance. Devoted to continuous learning and keeping up with the latest developments in data technology, market trends & Community Service Projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Data Analyst & Statistician
Optiven Limited
09.2017 - 10.2024
- Led & guided data collection activities by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and ensure data quality.
- Conducted statistical analysis and predictive modeling to forecast business outcomes.
- Led data analysis projects to identify trends, patterns, and insights that supported business decisions like marketing campaigns and customer segmentation.
- Reporting & Data Visualization- Developed and maintained reporting dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI & SQL to effectively communicate business insights.
- Overall Database Management -ERP (Microsoft Dynamics NAV & 365, Odoo), CRM, MailChimp, M-Files EDMS to ensure timely access to critical information to stakeholders.
- Collaborated with business-unit leaders to identify and prioritize problems.
- Trained junior analysts on best practices, improving overall team performance and productivity.
- Worked with business intelligence software and various reports to glean insights into trends and prospects.
- Utilized advanced query optimization techniques to enhance database performance and reduce latency issues during high-traffic periods.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in data analytics, enhancing adaptability of solutions provided.
- Developed required policies and procedures that reflected actual goals, tasks and workflows, while meeting all regulatory compliance requirements.
- Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
- Designed custom tracking systems to monitor KPIs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Presented findings to executive leadership teams through concise presentations, influencing future strategy development.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Generated standard and custom reports to provide insights into business performance.
Project Coordinator
Aqua AI
Kenya, Kenya
09.2016 - 12.2023
- Comprehensive Needs Assessment.
- Sustainable Solutions and Capacity Building.
- Collaborative Partnerships and Community Engagement.
- Kept 5 projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
Data Collection Officer
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
Makueni County, Kenya
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Enhanced data accuracy by diligently reviewing and validating collected information.
- Utilized advanced software tools to efficiently manage, store, and analyze large volumes of collected data.
- Assisted in creating visual representations such as charts or graphs to more effectively convey data findings.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while handling sensitive or proprietary information during the data collection process.
- Presented findings from collected data in clear, concise reports for management review and decision-making purposes.
- Developed customized over 10 questionnaires and surveys for targeted data-gathering efforts.
- Conducted weekly surveys and documented all responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Programming
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya 12.2016 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Chogoria Boys' High School
Meru, Kenya 11.2011 - 11.2024
Skills
Analytical Skills
Accomplishments
- Modified and improved existing databases to reduce processing time and improve accuracy by 95%.
- Made recommendations on business intelligence tools to cut processing time.
- Developed methods to integrate customer onboarding and documents processing to significantly improve workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of software developers in the development of CRM & ERP.
- Attained to help around 2500 residents through 3 mega projects in the arid & semi-arid areas of Kenya.
Interests
Football, Swimming, and Travelling
Timeline
Data Analyst & Statistician
Optiven Limited
09.2017 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Programming
Kenyatta University
12.2016 - 12.2016
Project Coordinator
Aqua AI
09.2016 - 12.2023
Data Collection Officer
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
05.2014 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Chogoria Boys' High School
11.2011 - 11.2024
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