Lavender Echessa

Data Analyst with experience in data analysis, business reporting, dashboard development, and research analytics. Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, SPSS, and STATA, with expertise in data cleaning, KPI tracking, data visualization, and management reporting. Experienced in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a proven ability to work across cross-functional teams.

Research Analyst - Apex Research Solutions - Nairobi Kenya

(2024-01)

• Collected, cleaned, validated, and analyzed large datasets to support research projects and business decision-making.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reports, and data visualizations using Excel and Power BI.
• Prepare weekly and monthly analytical reports for management and clients.
• Perform statistical analysis using Excel, SQL, Python, SPSS, and STATA.
• Conduct data quality audits and ensure data integrity across databases.
• Generate actionable insights and recommendations that improve operational performance.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and performance tracking initiatives.
• Work with relational databases for data extraction, transformation, and reporting.

Data Analyst Parttime Mentor - Moringa school - Nairobi Kenya

(2024-06 - 2026-04)

• Delivered training sessions in data analytics, Excel, SQL, Python, statistics, and data visualization to students.
• Guided learners in data cleaning, transformation, analysis, and dashboard development.
• Supported students in creating business intelligence reports and KPI dashboards.
• Taught data visualization techniques using Power BI and Excel.
• Provided mentorship on database management, SQL querying, and reporting best practices.
• Assisted students in machine learning and real-world data analytics projects.
• Evaluated projects and provided technical feedback to improve analytical and problem-solving skills.

Data science - Data science (2022-11)

Bachelor In Community Development - Community Development (2021-10)

Diploma in business Management - Business Management (2021-11)