Job Description
Position: BI Analyst
Reporting to: Head of Data
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Role type: Full-time
About SunCulture
Founded in 2012, SunCulture's Vision is to build a world where people take control of their environment in rewarding and sustainable ways. SunCulture does this by developing and commercializing life changing technology that solves the biggest daily challenges for the world's 570 million smallholder farming households. We are the largest distributor of solar water pumps / solar irrigation for smallholder farmers in Africa and were selected by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2021. Here is a good explainer video recently made by CNBC. Over the last 5 years the company has grown significantly and now employs 400+ people around the world.
About The Role
A BI Analyst serves as the central point of expertise for business intelligence within our organization, acting as the go-to resource for PowerBI-driven reporting and analytics. This role leverages deep PowerBI proficiency to accelerate dashboard development, ensure data integrity, and drive actionable insights with a mastery of PowerBI, ready to deliver immediate value through expert-level dashboard development and analytics. Fueled by curiosity, innovation, and a strong sense of ownership, the BI Analyst proactively seeks opportunities to simplify processes, uncover insights through self-discovery, and take full responsibility for delivering high-impact solutions that exceed expectations. The BI Analyst collaborates across teams to align data visualizations with business needs, optimizes existing dashboards, performs root cause analyses, and maintains a trusted, efficient reporting ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Business Collaboration and Requirements Gathering: Partner with department heads, business users, and other teams to identify reporting needs, challenges, and opportunities. Translate stakeholder requirements into impactful PowerBI dashboards or enhancements that track key metrics and KPIs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Provide clear timelines, prioritize deliverables, and foster trust through effective communication and polished solutions that enable real-time, data-driven decisions.
- Data Visualization and Reporting: Design and develop intuitive, high-impact visualizations and reports using PowerBI, ensuring they communicate insights clearly and support strategic initiatives.
- Data Engineering Collaboration: Coordinate with data engineers to specify required data points, formats, and structures for the data warehouse, ensuring 99.99% accuracy and availability for dashboard consumption.
- Dashboard Optimization and Maintenance: Analyze usage patterns of existing dashboards to identify underutilized ones for retirement, maintaining an optimal portfolio (not too many, not too few). Simplify layouts, optimize backend DAX queries to reduce latency, and proactively enhance dashboards to anticipate future business needs and improve efficiency.
- Dashboard Access Management: Implement and manage role-based access control (RBAC) for dashboards, ensuring appropriate permissions for relevant stakeholders without over-provisioning. Monitor usage patterns and streamline access as needed to maintain security, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Ad Hoc Analytics and Root Cause Analysis: Address one-off requests beyond standard dashboards, including deep dives into data trends, hypothesis testing, anomaly investigations, or explaining underlying factors behind descriptive metrics. Support quick analyses, minor dashboard tweaks, lightweight reports for MVPs/projects, and raw data extractions (e.g., CSV/Excel) or historical backfills from available source systems, ensuring the highest standards of data accuracy.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of emerging trends, tools, and best practices in business intelligence. Driven by curiosity and innovation, proactively identify and implement process enhancements—such as streamlined data extraction or optimized analytics workflows—to reduce manual efforts and enhance efficiency. Take ownership of initiatives, ensuring follow-through to completion and delivering solutions that foster a culture of data trust.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a BI Analyst, BI Developer, or Data Analyst, with a proven track record in dashboard development and analytics.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing PowerBI dashboards, including complex visualizations and interactive elements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and build trust with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Exceptional presentation abilities, capable of distilling complex data into accessible narratives for diverse audiences.
- Strategic thinker with an innovative mindset, skilled at transforming business challenges into practical, data-backed solutions.
- Creative problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments and prioritizes accuracy and efficiency.
Required Skills
- Business Intelligence & Analytics: Proven expertise in data visualization and BI tools, with a strong focus on Microsoft PowerBI for creating dashboards that inform real-time strategic decisions.
- PowerBI Stack Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Power Query, DAX, MDX, and PowerBI Desktop, including writing and optimizing DAX queries.
- Data Handling: Technical skills in mining, cleaning, and analyzing data using databases and analytics tools.
- SQL Expertise: Strong working knowledge of SQL in relational databases and ClickHouse data warehouses, including advanced techniques like joins, window functions, CTEs, aggregations, and query optimization for large datasets.
- Programming: Solid experience with Python for data analysis, automation, and scripting is preferred.
- Collaboration and Communication: A team player who builds professional relationships across departments, with excellent skills in presenting complex findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in credit, lending, or financial services industries.
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts and their applications in analytics.
Success Measures (KPIs)
- Timely resolution of ad hoc requests, with demonstrated business impact (e.g., cost savings or process improvements).
- Positive stakeholder feedback on the relevance, clarity, accuracy, and usefulness of dashboards and insights.
- Increased user adoption of dashboards, measured by reduced use of offline tools like Google Sheets.
- Decrease in repetitive ad hoc requests through enhanced self-service features and proactive dashboard optimizations.
- High satisfaction scores from business teams on data usability, support quality, and overall collaboration.
- Direct contributions to key business outcomes, such as improved sales conversions or reduced loan arrears, linked to adopted insights.
Interested?
Please apply online via this job portal. We respond to all candidates; however only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
Please Note
SunCulture is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Specialist, BI Developer (FTC until 31st December 2025)
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Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a
Specialist, BI Developer
to join our global team on a fixed term contract until 31st December 2025.
Team and Job Purpose
Purpose of the team is to lead on the strategic planning, design and delivery of digital and data technology solutions used across SCA. The team will be key to defining the technology strategy including roadmaps for product developments, ensuring our systems remain fit for purpose, maximising the value they deliver and enabling our organisation to achieve impact for children. Working in partnership with Transformation Delivery, the team will be accountable for planning, design and delivery of digital and data technology solutions to Transformation Delivery projects, SCI Functions and internal IT functions.
Role purpose
Working with members of the global TDIT team, the role holder will be responsible for building, implementing, continuously improving, supporting and analysing Business Intelligence (BI) solutions within the organisation. This role will partner with business stakeholders and product owners in order to understand their analytic requirements and implement and maintain BI solutions to meet these needs, utilising best practices.
Job Title:
Specialist, BI Developer
Reports To:
Manager, BI Development
Work Pattern:
Hybrid/Remote with flexible working options available
Contract Length:
Fixed term until 31st December 2025
Grade:
P3
Location:
Any approved Save the Children International office location. For a full list of locations that Save the Children International can hire in, please visit: SCI Careers
Time Zone
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that the role holder
must
be available to work in
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:
Europe, WCA, ESA, MENAEE, LAC Time Zones)
Right to Work:
The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment.
Language Requirements:
English
International Travel Requirements:
up to 5%
Principal Accountabilities
- Collaborate inclusively with global TDIT team members, business stakeholders, and product owners to design and deliver comprehensive Business Intelligence solutions that support organisational goals, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and best practices.
- Estimate and deliver tasks to agreed prioritisation and timeframes in alignment with project and change request delivery methodologies
- Foster a culture of innovation when creating BI Solutions using 'proof of concepts' to demonstrate the new approaches
- Analyse and continuously improve BI systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, robust, and capable of helping the organisation make data-driven decisions.
- Collaborate with other IT Teams (e.g. testing, release management, infrastructure, architecture) to assist management in implementing and managing changes to the BI environment
- Provide agreed services to business functions (e.g. monthly KPI data to Program Operations team or month end stock reconciliation data to Supply Chain and Finance Teams)
- Proactively identify and escalate any technical risks/issues related to BI
- Maintain and support existing BI solutions working closely with broader Technology Services teams and in alignment with the organisation's application support ways of working
- Collaborate with IT Operations team and take ownership of key elements of BI infrastructure e.g. SQL high availability, performance and tuning, planning and scheduling backups and recovery pans
- Maintain accurate technical documentation
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Experience of working with SQL Server databases, including creating & modifying T-SQL scripts, stored procedures, functions, triggers, writing ad-hoc queries and dynamic SQL
- Experience of working closely with non-technical staff, demonstrating an ability to translate and negotiate non-technical requirements into a detailed technical specification
- Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a proven ability to explain complex technical ideas and problems clearly to non-experts
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and strong problem-solving skills
- Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally
- Keen to learn new technologies, especially in BI
Desirable
- Experience of working with Microsoft's BI technology stack SSIS, SSRS and/or SSAS (tabular and multidimensional models), ADF, Azure Databricks
- Experience working with BI presentation tools (e.g. Excel, Power Pivot, Power View and Power BI)
- Experience working with BI reporting in SharePoint
- Experience working with finance systems
- Non-profit sector knowledge/experience
- Experience of working within an agile project delivery environment and with offshore project team members
- Experience working with JIRA
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrated skills and experience are more important that formal education and qualifications in this role therefore none are considered essential
Desirable
- Degree in appropriate computing or technology related subject
- Relevant, technology specific certifications
- Appropriate certification in technology methodologies (e.g. agile)
- Programming skills in python or R
Working at Save the Children International
Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing ~25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first.
We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy,
Ambition for Children 2030
, and reach every last child.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation.
We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.
Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this.
Application Information
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application. A full copy of the role profile can be found here via the job listing. It is recommended that you save a copy of the role profile as it will no longer be available after the advert closes.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job advert may be closed earlier than advertised subject to the volume of suitable applicants. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who are successfully shortlisted should expect to hear from us within 2 weeks of the advert deadline.
Our recruitment process:
- Application review by our recruiting team based on your CV and cover letter
- Two-stage competency-based interviews with the hiring team
- Some recruitment may include an additional assessment or case study stage, or a third stage interview
- If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, followed by your contract subject to passing background checks
We need to keep children and adults safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relating to Anti-harassment, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and DEI and Equal Opportunities.
Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Junior Data Analyst, Business Intelligence
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Responsibilities:
- Assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing large datasets from various sources.
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
- Support senior analysts in creating data visualizations and presenting findings to stakeholders.
- Help in the development and execution of SQL queries to extract and manipulate data.
- Assist in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
- Participate in data quality checks and help ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Learn and apply new data analysis techniques and tools.
- Contribute to the documentation of data processes and methodologies.
- Assist in ad-hoc data analysis requests to support business initiatives.
- Follow established data governance policies and best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
- Strong understanding of statistical concepts and data analysis principles.
- Proficiency in SQL is required.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets for data manipulation and analysis.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies in a remote environment.
- Prior internship experience in data analysis or a related field is advantageous.
Remote Junior Data Analyst - Business Intelligence
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- Assisting in the collection, extraction, and consolidation of data from disparate sources.
- Performing data cleaning and pre-processing to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Conducting basic data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
- Supporting the creation of reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
- Assisting in the documentation of data processes and findings.
- Learning and applying SQL queries to retrieve data from databases.
- Using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) for data manipulation and analysis.
- Collaborating with team members on data-related projects.
- Attending team meetings and contributing to discussions.
- Seeking opportunities to learn new data analysis techniques and tools.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
- Foundational knowledge of data analysis principles and methodologies.
- Basic proficiency in SQL for data querying.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for data manipulation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
- A proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn.
- Basic understanding of data visualization principles is a plus.
Sports Analytics Specialist, Performance Optimization
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Responsibilities:
- Collect and clean sports performance data from various sources, including wearable devices, video analysis, and statistical databases.
- Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to identify trends, predict outcomes, and optimize performance.
- Analyze game footage and athlete movements to extract key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for coaching staff and athletes.
- Create comprehensive reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
- Collaborate with coaches and training staff to understand their needs and tailor analytical approaches.
- Stay current with the latest research and technologies in sports science, analytics, and performance optimization.
- Contribute to the development of new data collection and analysis methodologies.
- Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
- Present findings and recommendations in a compelling manner to stakeholders.
This role is fully remote, offering the ultimate flexibility, though the insights generated will support athletic endeavors potentially in regions known for vibrant sporting cultures, such as **Malindi, Kilifi, KE**. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in statistics, data science, or a related quantitative field, combined with a profound understanding of sports. Excellent communication and data visualization skills are essential. If you are driven by uncovering hidden patterns in data to elevate athletic achievement, apply now.
Senior HR Analytics Specialist
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement HR analytics strategies and solutions.
- Analyze HR data to identify trends, patterns, and key drivers related to workforce planning, talent management, employee engagement, and retention.
- Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports to visualize key metrics and insights.
- Conduct predictive modeling to forecast workforce needs, identify flight risks, and assess talent pipeline strength.
- Partner with HR business partners and leadership to understand business needs and translate them into analytical requirements.
- Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
- Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in HR analytics and people data science.
- Advise on the strategic use of HR data to improve organizational effectiveness and employee experience.
- Collaborate with IT and data management teams to ensure robust data infrastructure.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in HR analytics, people analytics, or a related data-focused HR role.
- Proven expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python/R).
- Strong understanding of HR functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, compensation, performance management, and employee relations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects in a remote environment.
- Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive data-informed decision-making.
- Strong ethical grounding and commitment to data privacy.
Remote Sports Analytics Specialist
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sports events and platforms.
- Develop and implement statistical models to analyze player performance, team strategies, and game outcomes.
- Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to coaches, management, and other stakeholders.
- Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards strategic goals.
- Conduct predictive analysis to forecast game results, player development, and injury risks.
- Collaborate with coaching staff to translate data insights into practical game plans and training regimes.
- Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in sports analytics, data science, and related technologies.
- Develop and maintain databases and dashboards for real-time performance monitoring.
- Contribute to the development of innovative analytical tools and methodologies.
- Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- Assist in scouting and player recruitment by analyzing potential talent based on performance metrics.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Sports Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven experience in sports analytics, data analysis, or a similar role.
- Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as R, Python, or SQL.
- Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
- Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics techniques.
- Deep knowledge of sports rules, strategies, and common performance metrics across multiple disciplines.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate remotely.
- Experience with the sports landscape in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE** is a plus, but not mandatory for this remote position.
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Lead Sports Analytics Specialist - Remote
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement sophisticated statistical models and algorithms to analyze sports performance data.
- Identify trends, patterns, and insights that can enhance athletic performance, strategy, and fan experience.
- Collaborate with coaches and athletes to understand their data needs and provide tailored analytical support.
- Lead and mentor a team of junior sports analysts, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
- Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and ensure data integrity.
- Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to diverse audiences.
- Contribute to the development of new analytical tools and platforms.
- Stay current with advancements in sports analytics, machine learning, and relevant technologies.
- Present findings and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
- Manage multiple analytical projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and impactful results.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Sports Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in sports analytics or a related field, with a proven track record of leadership.
- Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data mining.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with SQL.
- Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Deep understanding of various sports and their underlying performance metrics.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team in a remote setting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for sports innovation.
Information Technology Specialist
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About Skillmind Software Limited
Skillmind Software Limited is a leading technology solutions provider specializing in SaaS, ERP, and AI-driven digital transformation across Africa. We develop and implement products such as CloudHR, CloudWage, TimeTrax, HR Genie, WizERP, and WizPOS, serving enterprises across multiple industries including hospitality, manufacturing, logistics, and professional services.
We are committed to innovation, reliability, and excellence — building products that simplify business processes and empower organizations through technology.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on IT Technical Lead to provide both technical leadership and development oversight across our software projects. The ideal candidate will guide, mentor, and support a cross-functional team of developers while also contributing directly to software design, architecture, and development.
This role requires a strong foundation in full-stack development, modern cloud architectures, and agile delivery practices. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the CTO, Project Managers, and Product Owners to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery of projects.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead and mentor software developers (backend, frontend, QA, DevOps).
- Conduct regular code reviews, design reviews, and technical sessions.
- Guide the team on best practices for coding standards, testing, and deployment.
Software Design & Development
- Architect and develop scalable web and enterprise solutions using modern frameworks.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across multiple projects.
- Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and solution design.
Project Oversight
- Ensure technical feasibility and robustness of project implementations.
- Collaborate with UI/UX, QA, and DevOps teams to streamline development workflows.
- Monitor progress, identify technical risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
Innovation & Research
- Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and tools for potential adoption.
- Drive automation, CI/CD pipeline improvements, and performance optimizations.
- Support AI and integration initiatives (Sage, SAP, Odoo, HR Genie).
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with management and product teams to translate business needs into technical requirements.
- Provide regular technical updates and documentation for management reporting.
Required Skills and Experience
- Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. - Experience:
Minimum 5+ years in software development with 2+ years in a technical leadership or senior engineering role.
Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in at least two programming languages (e.g., Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or PHP).
- Experience with Django, .NET, , or React frameworks.
- Proficiency in SQL/MySQL, RESTful APIs, and microservice architectures.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Exposure to AI/ML integrations and ERP/HRIS systems (Sage, SAP, Odoo) is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Passion for mentoring and leading by example.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- Performance-based bonuses
- Opportunity to lead impactful digital transformation projects
- Exposure to international markets and clients
- Collaborative and innovative work culture
Job Description
About BasiGo
BasiGo is an early stage e-mobility start-up looking to create the future of clean, electric public transportation in Africa. Through our products, technology, and service model, BasiGo aims to revolutionize and decarbonize public transport in sub-Saharan Africa, enabling the continent to be a global leader in affordable, modern, low-carbon public transport.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Analysis & Insights
- Collect, clean, and analyze operational, financial, and customer data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
- Produce regular and ad-hoc reports for internal teams (operations, finance, customer experience, engineering) to support data-driven decision making.
- Build intuitive dashboards and visualizations that track KPIs according to departments or projects.
- Partner with business units to define metrics, validate data, and turn analysis into actionable recommendations.
- Support Model Development & Research
- Assist the data science team in preparing datasets for machine learning models in areas such as credit scoring, predictive maintenance, route optimization, and driver behavior scoring.
- Document data sources, assumptions, and model inputs for transparency and reproducibility.
- Data Infrastructure & Quality
- Work closely with engineering to ensure data pipelines are reliable, accurate, and scalable.
- Validate and reconcile data from multiple systems (e.g., telematics, Jani digital fare collection, billing, CRM, financial systems).
- Establish basic data quality checks and flag anomalies proactively.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams, translating data findings into clear, actionable insights.
- Support training sessions and workshops to build data literacy across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- 2–4 years of professional experience in data analysis or business intelligence.
- Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and transformation.
- Strong skills in Python (Pandas, NumPy, matplotlib/Seaborn/Plotly) or R for analysis and visualization.
- Experience with BI/dashboarding tools (e.g., AWS QuickSight, Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
- Solid understanding of data cleaning, statistical analysis, and basic machine learning concepts.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain data insights to non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of the Kenyan public transport sector or fintech/mobility data is a plus.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of e-mobility and sustainable transport in Africa.
- A role with real business impact, supporting data-driven decision making across the company.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship from senior data science leaders and exposure to advanced modeling projects
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your contributions directly shape the future of clean mobility.
Attitude and Approach
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple priorities.
- Growth mindset and eagerness to learn advanced data analysis techniques.
- Team player who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Curious, analytical, and passionate about using data to solve real-world problems.
BasiGo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic established by law.