Simon Mathenge

Looking for a challenging role in a reputable organization/environment to utilize my technical, database and management skills for the growth of the organization. To advance in Data Science for handling and management of mass information, for accurate prediction of outcomes in health and social trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

• Voluntary community development program in Kibera as an art teacher under the Youth Art initiative from 2019 till date
• 5th Annual Devolution conference Date: 23rd - 27th April 2018 kakamega high school. IT support. Other duties: Handling of registration database. Coordinationon with C.O.G (Council of Governors) for issuance of security tags. Logistics planning. i.e. accommodation, transport, meals, and general welfare of the youths. Capacity building for National and county government, kakamega County. 12th to 18th September 2019 under Ministry of Devolution, IT support and logistics. Local economic development programme, IDEAS (Instruments for Devolution Advice and Support ) funded by the European union under the theme, “Kuboresha uchumi mashinani”. Multi-sectoral initiative against corruption held at BOMAS of Kenya on 22nd to 23rd jan 2019. 6th devolution conference, 4th - 8th March, 2019, Kirinyaga University, Kirinyaga County as an youth delegate, under the ministry of devolution and also as an usher and IT support. National prayer Breakfast 2017,2018,2019 under the African Youth Leadership forum, (AYLF). Design, fabrication and supply of branded items to kiambu county assembly under ascend sports in 2021. Art exhibition, both private and collaborative.

• Data science and analysis, proficient in Excel, R, SPSS, statdisk
• Configuration, Troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of various network devices such as switches and routers
• Configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of financial systems such as IFMIS(integrated Financial Management Information System) IPPD(Integrated Payroll and Payment Database) and other related internet banking resources
• Setting up servers to optimize and facilitate efficiency in storage, retrieval and transmission of data
• Cisco networking activities such as switch configurations, cabling, physical installation and maintenance of network hardware
• Computer, printer, router and switch repairs and maintenance
• Matlab and octave for machine learning
• Proficient with Linux, distro of choice: kali and Ubuntu 20 for both pc and server technologies
• Version control systems such as git
• Intermediate with python for web and Data science , Javascript, SQL and Mongo for databases
• Human computer interaction: wireframing and prototyping. Tools proficient in: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD
• Graphic Design, implementation of design and organizational restructuring objectives
• Design software proficiency in: photoshop, adobe illustrator, Indesign, affinity design, Affinity publisher etc
• Computer Aided Design - Onshape, Autodesk Fusion 360
• Amazon Web Services practitioner tasks
• Academic and professional writing such as project documentation

• Technology forums and workshops such as intel and oracle
• Anti-terrorism training in 2016 at Strathmore, organized by Protective and Safety Association of Kenya, and awarded a certificate
• A member of African Youth Leadership Forum, which aims at developing a breed of African Leaders through integrity
• Played Cricket for JKUAT cricket team and awarded a certificate of participation by KUSA
• Participated in +254 Environment and Art events and awarded a certificate
• Short Udemy courses: Python, Machine Learning,Data structures and algorithms, Cisco, Indesign , illustrator, Octalysis gamification, UI/UX, Perspective drawing, Data Science related short courses such as Logistical regression

• Peter Kamau, H.O.D ICT, State Department of Devolution and Asals, +254722275680
• Jackie, Hr EdataFarm Data and QA solutions, NAIROBI, 0725500015
• Victor Munga, Ascend FC, 0748830801