James Murithi , Data Scientist 

CAREER PROFILE SUMMARY 

Murithi is a data-driven professional with a strong background in mathematics and computer science statistics major. He specializes in analytics, data insights, and report writing to deliver data-informed solutions. With proficiency in analytical methodologies, business intelligence tools, and programming languages, he enhances decision-making processes across commercial and marketing teams.

Key Highlights:

·         Expertise in data collection and analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization.

·         Strong proficiency in R, and Excel.

·         Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Tableau and Power BI.

·         Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

·         Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science (Statistic major), Murang’a University of Technology (2018) view

·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Njuri High School (2013) view

·         Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Ubarini Primary School (2009)

PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS

·         Data Analysis and Visualization Training

·         Business Intelligence Tools Training (Tableau, Power BI, and Excel)

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

·         Data Analysis: Strong experience in data exploration and statistical modeling (regression, clustering).

·         Programming: Proficiency in Excel and R for data processing and analysis.

·         Business Intelligence: Experience with Tableau and Power BI for data visualization.

·         Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to translate data insights into actionable business decisions.

WORK HISTORY

May 2024 – Present: Intern, Uwezo Oversight Board

·         Performed data digitization and exploration.

·         Publicized the fund to target beneficiaries in the constituency.

·         Trained beneficiary groups on fund utilization.

·         Assisted in loan recovery from funded groups.

May 2021 – April 2024: Trainer, Tharaka Digital Centre (TDC)

·         Conducted software and hardware maintenance.

·         Developed IT skills including network setup and troubleshooting.

·         Provided IT support including installation and issue resolution.

·         Supervised and monitored IT assets.

January 2020 – April 2021: Administrative Assistant, ChaQula Limited

·         Acted as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders.

·         Conducted market research and data analysis for strategic planning.

·         Supervised purchasing and logistics, increasing client orders by 3%.

October 2019 – November 2019: Enumerator, ORM4Soil Project

·         Conducted field data collection and analysis using tablets.

·         Collected and updated biodata of farmers involved in organic and non-organic farming.

January 2019: Enumerator, Child-Rise Program

·         Led survey data collection and supported digital data entry using tablets.

July 2017 – September 2017: Trainee, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Nanyuki

·         Assisted in data entry, collection, and tabulation of demographic data.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

May 2019 – April 2024: IT Assistant, Tunyai Children's Centre (TCC)

·         Provided IT support including installation and troubleshooting of printers and PCs.

·         Assisted in IT asset management and inventory tracking.

May 2016 – August 2018: Volunteer, Tunyai Unbound Project

·         Recorded and managed beneficiaries' data.

·         Provided file management and technical support.

INTERESTS

·         Data Clubs, Strategic Games, Nature Walks, and Soccer.

REFERENCES

Available upon request