Amanda Sibanda
Data Analyst
Johannesburg
Summary
Detailed and highly motivated individual well-versed in various statistical methods such as descriptive and inferential statistics. Independent and versatile candidate skillful in identifying data issues, monitoring existing metrics, building insightful visuals and predictive models as well as model deployment. Proficient in Python, Microsoft Power BI and SQL, AWS paired with first-rate report writing abilities. Passionate about using data to improve business performance and customer experience. Excellent technical aptitude and knowledge of programming languages, data analytics, finance, economics and data visualization.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Deputy President
Association of South African Black Actuarial Professionals
Johannesburg
01.2023 - Current
- Managed group of 8 exec members,43 mentors and 150 members.
- Completed year's activities under budget by R4200
- Took over president's duties in absentia.
- Had community outreach
- Chaired 3 interviews with industry professionals
- Ensured chapter achieved all its goals for academic year.
- Increased chapter membership and awareness.
Receptionist
Wonderland Christian School
Olifansfontein
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Welcomed parents to school
- Cleared unallocated records in system dating years back.
- Decreased school-visitor waiting time.
- Administration.
- Had 0 complaints about performance to management.
- Received performance bonus.
Events Coordinator
Association Of South African Black Actuarial Professional
Johannesburg
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Won best ASABA university chapter in 2022
- Organized 8 successful events.
- Increased events turn up.
- Designed posters for all events
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing
Waitress
Simple Kitchen
Tembisa
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Operated till.
- Served.
- Cleaned and cooked.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables
Education
Data Analytics -
ALX Africa
Johannesburg 04.2023 - 12.2023
Data Science -
ExploreAI
Online 06.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Statistics, Economics, Finance
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2020 - 12.2023
Matric -
Ivory Park Secondary School
Midrand 01.2019 - 12.2019
Skills
Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- My team was the best for a predictive modelling competition on Kaggle.
- 2019 Matriculated 3rd place in Johannesburg East District Quintile 2 Schools
Personal Information
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of Birth: 09/21/2001
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Driving License: In the process of obtaining one.
References
On request
Timeline
Data Science -
ExploreAI
06.2023 - 06.2024
Data Analytics -
ALX Africa
04.2023 - 12.2023
Deputy President
Association of South African Black Actuarial Professionals
01.2023 - Current
Receptionist
Wonderland Christian School
01.2022 - 02.2023
Events Coordinator
Association Of South African Black Actuarial Professional
01.2022 - 12.2022
Waitress
Simple Kitchen
11.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Statistics, Economics, Finance
University of Johannesburg
01.2020 - 12.2023
Matric -
Ivory Park Secondary School
01.2019 - 12.2019
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