Nicole Mwanaidi
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Meticulous and adaptable Business Intelligence Analyst with 11 years' experience in conducting business functions analysis, implementing machine learning techniques, and identifying business trends. Well-versed in collaborating cross-functionally with team management experience, developing data models, and implementing quality control measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Intelligence Consultant
Exponent Learning
08.2019 - Current
- Accelerate and deliver comprehensive training sessions on data management principles, including data cleansing, normalization, and validation techniques
- Conduct interactive workshops to teach Power BI fundamentals, covering data visualization best practices and dashboard creation
- Design and facilitate Python programming courses tailored for beginners, focusing on core concepts, data manipulation, and automation tasks
- Offer hands-on training in SQL querying, database design, and optimization strategies to empower individuals with essential data manipulation skills
- Implement mentorship programs by establishing communication, providing diverse support channels, and monitoring performance to optimize overall staff engagement by 80%
- Provide leadership and mentorship to BI team members, fostering cultures of continuous learning and professional development.
Data Modeling and Reporting Analyst
Jumo
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Engineered and maintained architecture facilitating integration of Big Data, consolidating enterprise data across software and cloud services
- Teamed up with cross-functional teams to resolve data-related technical issues and elevated data system functionality
- Facilitated thorough analysis of financial transactions and market trends to inform product development and marketing strategies
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create customized reporting solutions catering to various stakeholders, including executive management, sales, and finance departments
- Liaised with IT teams to automate data extraction and processing tasks, resulting in 50% reduction in report generation time.
Data Scientist
Microsoft Test Center - Techno Brain
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Deployed and managed data mining and modeling processes, enhancing data catalog management, and creating visualizations in POWER BI and Excel
- Conducted a sentiment analysis of customer feedback data, leading to a 25% improvement in customer satisfaction scores within six months
- Increased accessibility and usability of customer data by redesigning data visualization techniques to include statistical graphs and informational graphics
- Updated company data warehousing techniques such as data recall and segmentation, resulting in a 50% increase in usage for non-technical staff members
- Utilized Web scraping techniques to extract and organize competitor data, ultimately saving the company research costs.
Business Data Analyst
Project Rite LLC
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Directed the integration of customer data into the Data Warehouse, collaborating with IT leadership and stakeholders to improve analytics and standardize reporting processes
- Repurposed existing data sets to incorporate new features and analytics, expanding the use of analytics across the organization
- Researched and implemented new analytics methods to provide better metrics of employee performance and increase retention
- Spearheaded the design and maintenance of Data Warehouse and BI platforms, enabling accurate historical data presentation and self-service BI capabilities
- Coordinated cross-functional team efforts in requirement gathering, system design, and process optimization, while managing Agile scrum activities and data quality governance
- Created interactive dashboards using Power BI, resulting in a 40% reduction in time spent on manual presentation tasks for senior management.
Master Data Management Analyst
Asoko Insight
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Supported the development and maintenance of data governance policies, procedures, and documentation to guarantee adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Assisted in the identification and documentation of critical data elements, data flows, and data lineage to improve transparency and accountability in data management processes
- Facilitated data governance meetings, workshops, and working groups to drive consensus on data governance issues, priorities, and initiatives
- Collaborated with IT teams to implement data governance tools and platforms, supporting data profiling, data quality assessment, and data remediation efforts
- Conducted data quality assessments and audits to identify data quality issues, root causes, and remediation strategies, driving continuous improvement in data quality and governance practices.
Master Data Analyst / Business Intelligence Analyst
Circuit Business Systems
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Instituted the full lifecycle of data analysis projects, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data extraction, transformation, and analysis from multiple sources for reporting purposes
- Orchestrated comprehensive data modeling and analysis to uncover trends and patterns, applying statistical methods to validate results and support business decision-making
- Partnered effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, Supply Chain, and Finance, to align data insights with operational strategies and objectives
- Validated data integrity within Oracle and SQL Server databases by verifying information accuracy, troubleshooting discrepancies, and ensuring proper data formatting and timeliness for end use
- Led data cleaning and normalization processes, improving data accuracy by 20% and enabling more reliable data presentation.
Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
Medics To Africa (NGO)
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Analyzed stakeholder feedback to develop and implement solutions addressing project challenges
- Managed and optimized Project Monitoring and Evaluation System to enhance project effectiveness
- Prepared and delivered comprehensive project documents to key internal and external parties, ensuring accountability and informed decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Project Planning and Management -
Kampala University
Uganda09.2017
Skills
- Business Intelligence Tools: Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Excel
- Cloud Platforms: AWS (S3, Redshift, Glue), Microsoft Azure (Azure SQL Data Warehouse, Data Factory), Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery)
- Machine Learning: Regression, Classification, Clustering
- Statistical Analysis: Hypothesis Testing, Time Series Analysis, Predictive Modeling
- Programming Languages: Python, SQL, SAS
- Data Modeling and ETL: SSIS, Data Factory
- Data Governance and Compliance
- Financial Experience: Financial Modelling, Fintech, Revenue Cycle Management
- Data Warehousing Concepts and Best Practices
- Project Management and Agile Methodologies
- Business Acumen and Stakeholder Management
- Strong leadership and team management skills
Certification
- Business Intelligence and Data Analyst BIDA - Corporate Finance Institute
- Business Intelligence Analyst - Maven Analytics
- Machine Learning Specialization - Maven Analytics
- Power BI Specialist - Maven Analytics
- Data Visualization Expert - Maven Analytics
- Data Science and Machine Learning Foundations - Maven Analytics
- Excel Specialist - Maven Analytics
- Python for Data Analytics - Maven Analytics
- MYSQL Specialist - Maven Analytics
- SAS Certified Base Programmer for SAS 9 (CBP) – SAS
- SAS FOR R -SAS
Timeline
Data Modeling and Reporting Analyst
Jumo
10.2021 - 11.2022
Data Scientist
Microsoft Test Center - Techno Brain
10.2020 - 07.2021
Business Intelligence Consultant
Exponent Learning
08.2019 - Current
Business Data Analyst
Project Rite LLC
01.2019 - 12.2020
Master Data Management Analyst
Asoko Insight
02.2016 - 12.2018
Master Data Analyst / Business Intelligence Analyst
Circuit Business Systems
01.2014 - 12.2015
Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
Medics To Africa (NGO)
01.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Project Planning and Management -
Kampala University
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