Beatrice Gathongo

A versatile and results-driven Statistician and academic professional with over six years of university-level teaching, research, and data analysis experience. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Statistics at the University of Nairobi, with a research focus on Erlang mixture models and their properties and applications. Demonstrated expertise in statistical modelling, inferential analysis, and translating complex quantitative findings into actionable insights for diverse audiences.

Proficient in R, STATA, SPSS, and advanced Excel. Author of peer-reviewed publications and a committed educator passionate about fostering critical thinking and quantitative literacy.

Research Assistant - Kenya Institute of Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) - Kenya

(2025-02 - 2026-01)

• Assembled and curated secondary data from multiple national and international sources to support policy research initiatives.
• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to underpin evidence-based policy analysis and reporting.
• Performed quantitative data analysis using statistical software, contributing to research outputs and policy briefs.

Part-Time Lecturer – Computing Department - St. Paul's University, Limuru - Limuru, Kenya

(2023-05 - 2024-04)

• Delivered undergraduate lectures in statistics and related computing modules, developing schemes of work and learning materials in line with university standards.
• Guided students through research topic identification, concept development, proposal writing, and defense coordination.
• Supervised students on industrial attachment and facilitated practice, discussion, and review sessions.
• Administered examinations including preparation, moderation, and marking; maintained accurate student records in the Academic Management System.
• Provided continuous and timely feedback to support student learning and academic progression.

Part-Time Lecturer – Department of Mathematics - University of Nairobi - Nairobi, Kenya

(2020-01)

• Teach undergraduate statistics and mathematics courses, delivering lectures and tutorials aligned with departmental standards and learning outcomes.
• Actively engaged in doctoral research on Erlang mixture models; present work at internal colloquia, conferences, and research workshops.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate students on research projects from proposal stage through to final submission and defense.
• Maintain comprehensive student records and participate in continuous assessment processes, providing effective and timely feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development by integrating current developments in statistical theory and practice into course delivery.

Part-Time Lecturer – Department of Mathematics - Laikipia University, Nyahururu - Nyahururu, Kenya

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Delivered undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses; prepared schemes of work and monitored student progress throughout each semester.
• Administered and marked examinations; updated student performance records in the Academic Management System.
• Guided students in research concept development, proposal preparation, and industrial attachment supervision.
• Facilitated tutorial, discussion, and review sessions, promoting active learning and practical application of quantitative methods.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Statistics - University of Nairobi (2022-05)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Statistics - University of Nairobi (2017-09 - 2019-09)

Bachelor of Economics and Statistics - Economics and Statistics - University of Nairobi (2013-05 - 2016-12)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Part I - Accounting - KASNEB (2012-01 - 2013-06)