Data Analyst

Stima DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (Stima Sacco) is looking for a Data Analyst to join its team.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end-to-end data analysis by collecting, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets to generate actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.

• Design and implement statistical, predictive, and data mining models to enhance business performance, forecasting, and risk management.

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualization tools to present complex data in a clear and user-friendly manner for stakeholders.

• Collaborate with business units, data owners, and ICT teams to define data requirements, integrate insights into systems, and support data-driven initiatives.

• Ensure data integrity, quality, and governance by implementing appropriate controls, validation processes, and best practices in data management.

• Drive innovation by identifying new data sources, improving analytical methods, and recommending tools, technologies, and process enhancements.

• Monitor and optimize data systems and analytical processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field

• Minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Oracle, R, Python, MATLAB

• Knowledge of database design, data mining techniques, and data modeling

• Experience with reporting tools (e.g., Business Objects) and ETL frameworks

• Proficiency in statistical tools such as Excel, SPSS, and SAS

• Familiarity with data platforms such as Hadoop and Apache Spark

• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau and Qlik

•Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to write queries, reports, and make presentations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills