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Francis Isimhanze

Lancashire

Summary

Detail-focused Big Data enthusiast with knowledge in data mining, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Python programming, process validation, and business needs analysis. Proven to understand customer requirements and translate into actionable project plans. Dedicated and enthusiastic with a passion for Machine Learning.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Data Analyst

First Marina Trust Limited
Lagos
10.2020 - 09.2023
  • Implemented machine learning models to improve loan approval processes, resulting in a 20% increase in customer retention
  • Database script writing and data extraction using SQL
  • Conducted data cleansing, exploration, thereby increasing model accuracy to 94%
  • Using specialized tools to extract the data needed
  • Data analysis to identify trends and provide insights for management decision-making
  • Producing loan reports and charts communicating trends within data to executive management
  • Documented effective and replicable methods for extracting data and organizing data sources
  • Analyzed loan transactions to build logical business intelligence model for real-time reporting needs
  • Tested data prediction algorithms with over 25% of dataset data based on historical data thereby increasing model accuracy to 94%.

Data Analyst

NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
Lagos
09.2015 - 09.2020
  • Executed data cleansing, exploration, and modeling thereby increasing model accuracy to 94%
  • Analyzed loan approval models using machining classification algorithms thereby increasing loan approval rate by over 30%
  • Provided marketing insights by analyzing customer behavior data using statistical techniques and clustering algorithms, this resulted in 20% increase in sales
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying and addressing issues with data quality and consistency
  • Collaborated on ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tasks, maintaining data integrity and verifying pipeline stability
  • Prepared written summaries to accompany results and maintain documentation.

Data Analyst / Team Lead, Application Support Analyst

NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
Lagos
08.2014 - 08.2015
  • Led and coordinated Core banking application Temenos T24 support team
  • Analyzed results from the core banking application Database using statistical techniques for reporting to deliver reports to executive management for data-driven decision-making
  • Collaboratively identified opportunities for data operations, process improvements, and recommended system modifications, and developed policies for data governance
  • Data extraction and cleaning for migration from legacy software to Temenos T24
  • Team member of the team that handled the migration of the core banking application and provided support towards the resolution of migration challenges, especially in the loan module and customers' balances.

Education

Master of Science - Data Science

University of Salford
Manchester, United Kingdom
09.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Benin
03.2003 - 05.2007

Skills

  • Machine learning
  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Python
  • Data visualization & processing
  • Programming & Analytics
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Storytelling & Communication
  • Statistical Analysis

Timeline

Master of Science - Data Science

University of Salford
09.2023 - 05.2024

Data Analyst

First Marina Trust Limited
10.2020 - 09.2023

Data Analyst

NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
09.2015 - 09.2020

Data Analyst / Team Lead, Application Support Analyst

NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
08.2014 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Benin
03.2003 - 05.2007
Francis Isimhanze