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Junior Data Scientist
2026-09-26T12:59:00+00:00
Private Company
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Information Technology
Computer & IT, Education, Science & Engineering
KES
MONTH
2026-10-03T17:00:00+00:00
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About the role

As a Junior Data Scientist, you will work closely with senior data scientists and other cross-functional teams to analyze, interpret, and visualize data, contributing to the development of data-driven solutions while also delivering training sessions to build data literacy across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

Training Delivery:

  • Conduct engaging and informative physical and virtual training sessions for individuals or groups.
  • Adapt training methods to accommodate various learning styles and levels of proficiency.
  • Provide real-world examples and case studies to enhance practical application.
  • Collaborate with senior data scientists and stakeholders to understand business objectives and formulate data-driven solutions.
  • Clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.
  • Apply statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems and improve decision-making processes.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of predictive models and algorithms.
  • Create data visualizations and reports to effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in data science.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into existing systems and processes.
  • Perform any other duties as shall be assigned by the company from time to time.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms.
  • Proficient in programming languages, such as Python, Excel, Tableau, Power BI.
  • Experience with data manipulation and analysis libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Solid understanding of database management and SQL.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Previous internship or project experience in a data-related role.
  • Previous training experience in a data related role.
  • Conduct engaging and informative physical and virtual training sessions for individuals or groups.
  • Adapt training methods to accommodate various learning styles and levels of proficiency.
  • Provide real-world examples and case studies to enhance practical application.
  • Collaborate with senior data scientists and stakeholders to understand business objectives and formulate data-driven solutions.
  • Clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.
  • Apply statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems and improve decision-making processes.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of predictive models and algorithms.
  • Create data visualizations and reports to effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in data science.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into existing systems and processes.
  • Perform any other duties as shall be assigned by the company from time to time.
  • Python
  • Excel
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • scikit-learn
  • TensorFlow
  • PyTorch
  • SQL
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical-thinking
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms.
  • Proficient in programming languages, such as Python, Excel, Tableau, Power BI.
  • Experience with data manipulation and analysis libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Solid understanding of database management and SQL.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Previous internship or project experience in a data-related role.
  • Previous training experience in a data related role.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Junior Data Scientist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Information Technology, Category: Computer & IT, Education, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Private Company

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, October 3 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, September 26 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the role

As a Junior Data Scientist, you will work closely with senior data scientists and other cross-functional teams to analyze, interpret, and visualize data, contributing to the development of data-driven solutions while also delivering training sessions to build data literacy across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

Training Delivery:

  • Conduct engaging and informative physical and virtual training sessions for individuals or groups.
  • Adapt training methods to accommodate various learning styles and levels of proficiency.
  • Provide real-world examples and case studies to enhance practical application.
  • Collaborate with senior data scientists and stakeholders to understand business objectives and formulate data-driven solutions.
  • Clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.
  • Apply statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems and improve decision-making processes.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of predictive models and algorithms.
  • Create data visualizations and reports to effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in data science.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into existing systems and processes.
  • Perform any other duties as shall be assigned by the company from time to time.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms.
  • Proficient in programming languages, such as Python, Excel, Tableau, Power BI.
  • Experience with data manipulation and analysis libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Solid understanding of database management and SQL.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Previous internship or project experience in a data-related role.
  • Previous training experience in a data related role.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Computer/ IT jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, October 3 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 26-09-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 26-09-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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