Data Analyst

Gitau Judith Wanjiru

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Languages: English, Swahili & Kikuyu

Postal Address: P.O BOX: 152-01004 Kanjuku/Thika Kenya Professional Summary

Highly skilled data analyst and researcher with over 10 years of experience in data gathering, analysis research and dissemination of final report using SPSS, STATA, MS Excel, R programing, Eviews, power BI and Python. Demonstrated track record in managing large scale surveys providing data driven insights and supporting research across many sectors including Health, Education, Governance and Agriculture. I am proficient at using advanced sampling techniques experimental design analysis regression analysis time series and statistical inference. I am also adept at design data collection instrument for both quantitative and qualitative data.

Technical skills

Data Analysis: SPSS, Stata, MS Excel, Eviews, Python, R programming, MS Access and Power BI

Data Collection: questionnaire (hard copy), ODK, Alchmer, Monkey Survey, PDAs/Adroid Tablets, digital voice recorders and GPS equipment, photography and recording,

Statistical Techniques: Sampling techniques, Statistical Inference, Experimental design, quality control, Regression analysis among others.

Report Writing: Proposal development, dissemination of final report Career Objectives

To shine as a data analyst contributing to research and statistics to create data driven solutions as well as dissemination of final report

To continuously enhance my skills in data science/analytic and research methodologies and to support organizational growth through informed analysis/ research.

To work in a dynamic, challenging and motivating environment, which promote team spirit, interpersonal skills, honesty and excellent employees co-operation, so that they all grow professionally to become knowledgeable, experienced and reputable experts in their day to day activity.

Work Experience

Freelance Data Analyst & research Consultant (2010-present)

Analyzed data for over 50 PhD and Master’s students on various topics advising them on proposal writing, statistical methods & techniques and report writing.

Designed data collection instruments using monkey survey, ODK, Kobo and Alchmer and implemented data analysis templates in SPSS, Stata, MS Excel and R programing language for major surveys and research projects.

Participated in national and international research projects with focus on education, gender corruption, economic and healthcare mostly as a data entry clerk/data analyst/researcher Key Projects

The County governance Status Report (CGSR) aimed at assessing the level of transparency, accountability, integrity and service delivery for Transparency International Kenya (2025): I participated as a data analyst and disseminated final report that provided insights on transparency, accountability, integrity and on how to improve service delivery in county government in Kenya. Girls learning through technology (2024) for IREX: Worked as a data Analyst as well as data where my main job was designing data entry templates in SPSS, performed data coding, data entry, and cleaning, I also designed the instrument used for data collection using Alchemer and dissemination of report.

Gender Analysis for sub-Saharan Africa for British Council through Anie (2024): Participated as an instrument designer using survey Monkey and as data Analyst analyzing data for the five countries under study to compare the gender situation from each country and dissemination of report. Farming (poultry & pig keeping) in Nyeri (2019-2022) during covid 19 pandemic period Nigeria National Corruption survey (2019): served as a data Analyst providing statistical support and insight for Nigeria Bribery Index and writing final report. Gender equality in primary schools from Nyeri Kericho, Kilifi Kakamega and Embu County in Kenya carried out by Kenyatta University Directorate (2017): I served as a data entry clerk as well as Data analyst.

Research uptake by Ministry, County and Universities by Kenyatta universities Directorate (2017): participated as a Statistician/data Analyst.

SSIR Assessment in Garissa & Turkana for UNICEF Kenya (2016): Conducted data entry and Analysis for the SSIR project.

Comparison of low dose intrathecal hyperbaric bupivacaine with and without fentanyl as adjuvant in patients undergoing subarachnoid spinal anesthesia for caesarean section in Nakuru PGH as a data entry/ data Analyst. (2015)

Capacity needs Assessment for Kajiado County Assembly (2015): Worked for Leadership Edge Associates Ltd as a data Analyst.

Availability & appropriateness of the protective clothing used by the bodaboda operators (2015): worked with Dr. Kinuthia Egerton University as a data entry/data analyst. Operations Manager, USAID - SHOPS, Nairobi & Kisumu (Nov. 2014 – May 2015): Coordinated training sessions for Private Health Practitioners, managing logistics and operations to ensure smooth execution of the training program.

Data Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (Sept. 2014 – Nov. 2014): Analyzed the 2014 East African Bribery Index (EABI) and Kenya EABI data at the county level. Research Consultant, African Network for Internationalization of Education (ANIE) (Jan. 2014 – Dec. 2014): Participated in research on higher education in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, providing insights and analysis.

Data Entry/ Data Analyst, Kenya School of Government (2014): Analysed data for GDC (Geothermal Development Company) and SLDP (Senior Leadership Development Program) projects. Data Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (2013): Analysed the 2013 East African Bribery Index (EABI).

Survey Consultant, CIC Insurance (June 2013): Conducted a health insurance survey, collecting and analyzing data to inform strategic decisions.

Research Assistant, Ministry of Health / SHOPS (Jan. 2013 – Apr. 2013): Coordinated data collection for the Dynamic Costing Survey in Nyeri and Kiambu using Open Data Kit (ODK). Data Entry/ Data Analyst, Faculty of Architecture, JKUAT (Dec. 2012): Analyzed Post-Occupancy Evaluation data to assess building performance and user satisfaction. Data Entry/ Data Analyst, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) (October 2012 – Dec. 2012): Analyzed data to improve the Productivity Index for Kenya Power. Data Entry/ Data Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (2012): Analyzed 2012 EABI data for the organization.

Research Officer, Kenya School of Government (Sept. 2012): Conducted research on the impact of the Women Enterprise Fund, collecting and analyzing data to assess effectiveness. Enumerator/Analyst, Ministry of Agriculture (July 2012 – Aug. 2012): Participated in a project investigating the causes of decline in agriculture in universities and secondary schools across Kenya. Supervisor & Data Entry Clerk, Transparency International Kenya (May 2012 – July 2012): Supervised data entry clerks and participated in data entry for the EABI survey. Micro Banker & Agent Banking staff, Kenya Commercial Bank (Feb. 2011 – March 2012): Provided micro banking services and consulted on agent banking initiatives, consistently delivering excellent performance that lead of growth of loan and deposit book. Data Entry/ Data Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (Dec. 2011): Analyzed data for a brand awareness study.

Data Entry/ Data Analyst, Ministry of Youth & Sports Affairs (2010): Conducted a Training Needs Assessment for District Youth Officers as part of a funded project. Supervisor, SACDEP Kenya & Narom Consultants (July – Sept. 2010): Supervised enumerators in Murang’a North and South, and Gatundu North on the "Mangos from Above" project, aimed at assessing the impact of new farming and dairy goat-rearing technologies taught to farmers. Data Entry Clerk & Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (August-Sept. 2010): Worked on the National Opinion Poll on the new constitution, handling data entry and analysis. Data Entry Clerk & Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (May –June 2010): Analyzed posttraining evaluation questionnaires as part of the Governance & Policy Programme. Supervisor & Data Analyst, Transparency International Kenya (Mar. – July 2010) Supervised data entry clerks, designed data entry templates in SPSS, performed data coding, entry, and cleaning for the East African Bribery Index and a baseline survey for Kenya Port Authority. Research Guide, National AIDS Control Council & Kenya Private Sector Advisory Network (Jan. – Feb. 2010): Collected data in Nairobi region for a project on the response and impact of HIV/AIDS in the informal sector, conducting high-profile interviews with the District Public Health Officer (DPHO) and Ministry of Health (MOH).

Research Assistant, National AIDS Control Council & Kenya Private Sector Advisory Network (Jan. 2010): Attended a three-day research assistant training organized by AMREF. Freelance Data Analyst & Tutor (July 2009 – Jan. 2010): Provided data analysis services to institutions such as Kenyatta University, Kenya Institute of Management (KIM), and ICFeM in Western Kenya. Data Entry Clerk & Analyst (2009): Worked with Action Aid Somaliland through Narom Consultants Ltd.

Tutoring postgraduate students in statistical packages including SPSS, Stata, and CsPro at Astute Research Centre.

Data Analyst, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) (Aug. 2008 – Mar. 2009): Analyzed data for the Department of Mathematics and Applied Statistics. Tutoring at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT): (Aug – Nov. 2008): Tutored students on the use of statistical software packages such as SPSS and basic statistics. Trainer, Thika District Hospital (Jan. – Mar. 2008): Trained hospital staff on data management using SPSS.

Polling/Counting Clerk, Electoral Commission of Kenya (Dec. 2007): Served as a polling and counting clerk during the 2007 General Elections in Gatundu North constituency. Health Records & Public Health Intern, Thika District Hospital (Jan. – Mar. 2008): Interned in the Health Records and Public Health Departments, assisting with data management and public health records.

Hotel Cashier, Equator Hotel (Jan. 2003 – Dec. 2004): Managed cash transactions and provided customer service in the hotel industry.

Academic Qualifications

• Present: Masters of Science in Applied Statistics – JKUAT

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Statistics major), Maseno University (2005-2008), 2nd Class Honors (Upper Division).

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Gatanga Girls (1999-2008) Obtained B+ (Plus)

• Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Ruburi Primary (1991-1998), attained (467 Marks) Certifications & Trainings

• Training on ODK and ONA – UNICEF Kenya (2018)

• Research Assistant Training – AMREF, NACC & Kenya Private Sector Advisory Network

(2010)

• Snap Card for best performer at Kenya commercial bank (2011-2012)

• Certificate for participating in athletics in Maseno University (2005-2008)

• Certificate for participating in Athletics and Netball at Gatanga Girls High School Leadership & Community Involvement

• Treasurer, Catholic Student Association (Alumni), Maseno University (July 2008 to date).

• Sunday school Animator (Teacher), St. Chalses Lwanga Catholic Church, (January 2011 to April 2012).

• Sunday school Animator (Teacher), St. Augustine Catholic Church (January 2009 to 2010).

• Catholic Student Association Treasurer, Maseno University ((2005-2007).

• Legion of Mary Spiritual Moderator, Maseno University, (2008).

• School Time Keeper. Treasurer Mathematic Club, Gatanga Girls (2001-2002).

• Treasurer Youth Group, Kamwangi Parish (2002-2004). REFEREES

1. PROFESSIONAL

Mukirae Njihia, Lecturer, Kenyatta University,

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2. PROFESSIONAL

James Otieno Jowi, Executive Director, African Network for Internationalization of Education (ANIE) Moi University

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Arori Wilfred Omwansa, Lecturer, Maseno University, P.O Box 3207, Kisumu

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