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Winnie Kirui

Winnie Kirui

Thohoyandou,Limpopo

Summary

Proactive, passionate and solution driven Data Analyst effective in a data-intensive environment to ensure consumer needs are met efficiently and with high quality. Successfully collaborating with team members and stakeholders at different levels from various backgrounds. A strategic thinker who easily spots relevant issues and patterns and is able to provide a creative solution. Cultivates healthy positive business relationships by displaying high levels of reliability, resourcefulness, clear and direct communication, integrity and a welcoming nature.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Research Analyst Intern

Self Employed
05.2024 - Current


• Conducted data analysis for master students
• Cleaned and sorted raw data
• Analyzed data using R Studio, SAS and MS Excel
• Presented analysis using R Markdown document in LateX
• Research datasets ranged from agriculture, chemistry to some financial data

Planned Career Break

Self Employed
01.2023 - 04.2024
  • Intentional pause due to caretaking parent who was recovering from brain surgery. Parent is now recovered
  • Re-skilled by enrolling for some data analytics courses during this time, obtaining an average of 89% for the courses accomplished so far
  • Strengthened the skill of time and self management while properly holding space for others in a constructive way and still got personal work done
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Excited and energized to return to work

Data Modeling Intern

North-West University
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff enabling a 30% increase in productivity
  • Facilitated 3 successful completion of projects from concept to launch which led to streamlined workflows in the office
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns

Data Research Analyst

University of Venda
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted in-depth research to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies within large datasets
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions for complex research challenges
  • Enhanced data accuracy by implementing rigorous quality control measures and data validation procedures
  • Contributed to the successful completion of high-priority projects by ensuring timely delivery of accurate research findings
  • Created new code process to capture and analyze required data from a large dataset resulting in more streamlined data acquisition by cutting the time allotted for data analysis by 50% leaving supervisor impressed

Data Cleaning Intern

University of Pretoria
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Gained valuable experience working within a data analytics department, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations
  • Conducted 12 presentations to clients enabling increased workflow within group
  • Developed effective improvement procedures in alignment with goals and specifications within the department
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
  • Improved project outcomes by conducting thorough market research that informed strategic marketing decisions

Education

MSc Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

North-West University
Potchefstroom
06.2023

BSc (Hons) Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

University of Venda
Thohoyandou
11.2021

BSc Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
04.2019

Skills

  • Active and quick learner
  • Inclusive
  • Functionality Driven
  • Eye for detail
  • Data Analysis
  • Administration
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Organization and Prioritizing
  • Remote work
  • Critical Thinking
  • Task and Time management
  • Results Driven
  • Target Oriented
  • Problem Solving
  • Growth Mindset
  • Creative Solutions

Accomplishments

  • Project LEAD - Able to coordinate all tasks of project efficiently
  • Managed a huge task in a short period of time with incomplete information

References

  • Prof. Inger Fabris-Rotelli, Senior lecturer, University of Pretoria, 012 420 5420, inger.fabris-rotelli@up.ac.za
  • Dr Elzanie Bothma, Senior lecturer, North-West University, 072 340 7042, Elzanie.Bothma@nwu.ac.za

Certification

  • Data Fundamentals (IBM) Training

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Work Availability

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Software

R Studio

MS Excel

SQL - Beginner

Timeline

Data Research Analyst Intern

Self Employed
05.2024 - Current

Planned Career Break

Self Employed
01.2023 - 04.2024

Data Modeling Intern

North-West University
06.2021 - 11.2022

Data Research Analyst

University of Venda
02.2020 - 02.2021

Data Cleaning Intern

University of Pretoria
01.2019 - 12.2019

MSc Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

North-West University

BSc (Hons) Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

University of Venda

BSc Mathematical Statistics - Mathematical Statistics

University of Pretoria
Winnie Kirui