Happiness Rose Mary
Kigali,01
Summary
An enthusiastic data and research analyst with interest in promoting data driven decision making in organizations. Interested in using and learning new innovative technologies by applying research and data analytics skills to solve real life problems. Driven by excellent organization skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Policy Officer
UNICEF Rwanda
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy, resulting in better-informed decisions.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful reports.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
- Liaised with senior leadership to identify data needs and interpret existing data for consideration.
- Conducted thorough data validation and reconciliation exercises, ensuring the highest level of accuracy in all reports produced.
- Exported and converted raw data from various databases and applications to extrapolate data into usable reports.
- Technically supported the development of data management systems like the disability management information system and the early childhood development dashboard.
- Trained over 600 enumerators to collect data of persons with disabilities in the country using the disability management information system.
Research Associate
CyLab-Africa/ Upanzi Netwok Lab /CMU-Africa
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Lead a team of 6 research assistants and managed project stakeholders.
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the advancement of scientific understanding in the field.
- Coordinated with external collaborators on joint projects, facilitating smoother interactions between parties involved.
- Ensured timely completion of project milestones by establishing clear goals and monitoring progress regularly.
- Assisted in organizing workshops or seminars aimed at fostering greater intellectual exchange among peers within the institution as well as outside it.
- Provided technical support to fellow researchers when required, helping troubleshoot issues faced during experimental procedures or equipment usage.
- Participated actively in regular lab meetings, contributing valuable input towards problem-solving and decision-making processes essential to the success of ongoing projects.
Graduate Research Assistant
CyLab-Africa/ Upanzi Netwok Lab /CMU-Africa
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Lead a team of 3 research assistants and managed project stakeholders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing findings.
- Presented research findings at industry conferences, increasing visibility for the organization.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Carnegie Mellon University
Kigali, Rwanda05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda08-2021
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Excellent organization
- Analytical skills
- High attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Decision Making
- Strong work ethic
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Delivering presentations
- Power BI
- ArcGIS
- Programming: Python, Java
Certification
· Introduction to Applied Machine Learning, Coursera, 2020
· Machine Learning Algorithms: Supervised Learning Tip to Tail, Coursera, 2021
· Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics, Coursera, 2021
· Complete introduction to Microsoft Power BI, Udemy, 2024
Languages
Kinyarwanda
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Social Policy Officer
UNICEF Rwanda
07.2023 - Current
Research Associate
CyLab-Africa/ Upanzi Netwok Lab /CMU-Africa
05.2023 - 02.2024
Graduate Research Assistant
CyLab-Africa/ Upanzi Netwok Lab /CMU-Africa
05.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Information Technology
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Rwanda
Publications
- A Data Management Model for Malaria Control: A Case of Rwanda, 2023
- IT-Aided Forecasting Model for Malaria Spread for the Developing World, 2023
- A Dependable Digital System Model for Malaria Monitoring, 2022
References
- Assane Gueye, email: assaneg@andrew.cmu.edu
- Carine Mukamakuza, email: cmukamak@andrew.cmu.edu
- Emmanuel Munyemana, email: emunyemana@unicef.org
- Vincent Gahamanyi, email: vgahamanyi@unicef.org
Extra-curricular activities and Society memberships
· Member and vice president, women in tech club, CMU-A, 2021 - 2023
· Member and treasurer, techy talkers toastmasters club, CMU-A, 2021 - 2023
· Member of committee, Sports and wellness ministry, CMU-A, 2021 - 2023
· Member of the data science club, CMU-A, 2021 – 2023
. Member of IEEE, CMU-A, 2022 - 2023
· Industry Innovation Lab (IIL) Fellow, CMU-A, 2023/2024
· Served as a United Nations Volunteer (UNV), UNICEF, 2023 - 2025
· Member of the social and wellness committee at UNICEF Rwanda
· The focal point for UNV (United Nations Volunteer) at UNICEF host Agency
· Member of Young UNICEF
Awards and Scholarship
The Government of Rwanda scholarship for bachelor's degree, 2016 - 2021
The Government of Rwanda scholarship for master's degree, 2021 - 2023