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Data Analytics Specialist

Nairobi, Kenya

Role Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will leverage data to provide actionable insights that drive business decisions. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Data Analytics, you will be responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing large datasets, creating reports, and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources to identify trends and patterns.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize data and support decision-making processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and business objectives.
  • Utilize statistical methods and tools to interpret data and provide insights.
  • Prepare and present comprehensive reports  and dashboards that effectively communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement based on data analysis.
  • Ensure data integrity and accuracy by performing regular data audits.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data analysis and visualization.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 4-6 years experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar role.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., SQL, Google Sheets, Excel, Python, R, Data/Looker  Studio, Looker, or similar).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present findings clearly to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of data governance and best practices is a plus.
  • Familiarity with data engineering and  machine learning concepts and techniques is an advantage
  • Familiarity with financial data and processes

About Sama 

Sama provides high-quality training data that powers AI technology for Fortune 2000 companies such as Google, Walmart, Ford, Microsoft, and Marriott. We’re experts in data curation and data annotation for 2D and 3D image, video, and sensor data for machine learning algorithms.. Sama offers the highest quality SLAs in the industry, along with cutting-edge ML-assisted annotation tools, QA processes, and security and compliance standards. 

Founded in 2008 on the belief that “talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not”, Sama is driven by the mission to expand opportunities for those who are underprivileged. As a certified B-corp, Sama has provided worker training programs to increase economic opportunity for more than 13,000 people from underserved communities. By connecting our customers with amazing talent in East Africa, we've impacted more than 59,000 workers and their dependents.

Today, our vision is to provide data scientists, ML engineers, and data operations teams with an indispensable, integrated platform for AI data preparation, labeling, and collection. 

For more information, visit www.sama.com.

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Our Culture:

Sama is quite unique. We are a technology company with a social mission. People that thrive in a high-growth environment, love working on the bleeding edge of technology, and really care about having a positive impact on the world are a great fit for the Sama culture. Our core values are One Team, One Goal - Deliver. Period. - Trust & Transparency - Customer First - Humanity.

Our Benefits:

Sama is proud to offer competitive compensation corresponding to market data & level of experience. Sama also offers benefits packages based on country of employment, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, holiday and vacation policies, professional development stipends and a paid sabbatical program. Our Talent Acquisition team would be happy to discuss our benefits packages with you in more detail during the interview process.

At Sama, we pride ourselves in being a diverse and equal opportunity employer.

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