Job Title: Data Science Specialist
Organisation: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Data Science Manager
About the Company:
National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is positioning itself as the Social Security Provider of Choice in Uganda. With our shared purpose of being the Social Security Provider of choice, providing exceptional customer service and better operations with a well-motivated and skilled workforce, we are looking to recruit persons with high integrity and dedication to work with us.
Job Summary: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Robotics. In this role, you will be responsible for deriving valuable insights from data to influence business decisions, improve processes, and develop advanced technologies. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to contribute to the overall data strategy of the organization.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and validate predictive models to forecast key business metrics, using techniques such as linear regression, logistic regression, time-series analysis, etc.
- Perform feature engineering to improve the performance of models.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate model performance and make adjustments as needed.
- Design and deploy machine learning algorithms to solve complex business problems, including but not limited to recommendation systems, customer segmentation, and fraud detection.
- Fine-tune and optimize existing machine learning models for better accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborate with data engineers to deploy models into production.
- Develop NLP models for text classification, sentiment analysis, and chatbot functionalities.
- Experiment with different NLP techniques like word embeddings, transformer models, and language models to improve system performance.
- Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate NLP functionalities into applications.
- Collaborate with robotics engineers to integrate data-driven algorithms into robotic systems.
- Utilize sensor data for predictive maintenance of robotic equipment.
- Work on optimizing robotic movements and operations using reinforcement learning or other advanced techniques.
- Build interactive dashboards and reports to communicate findings and model outcomes to stakeholders.
- Use data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or custom libraries to make complex data more accessible.
- Work in cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide data-driven recommendations.
- Share knowledge and expertise in machine learning and data science within the organization through presentations, documentation, and training sessions.
- Emerging Technologies: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and algorithms in data science, machine learning, NLP, and robotics, and evaluate their potential impact on business objectives.
- Research & Development: Conduct in-house research to develop new data science techniques and algorithms. Test and validate research results using real-world data and scenarios.
- Collaborate with academic institutions and technology partners for joint research projects and knowledge exchange.
- Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging new ideas and experimentation. Validate and implement proof-of-concept projects that can be integrated into business solutions.
- Write research papers, articles, and reports to share findings both internally and externally. Present research findings at relevant scientific conferences and workshops to showcase organizational capabilities in advanced analytics and data science.
- Disseminate research findings to cross-functional teams and mentor staff in implementing cutting-edge technologies and techniques into existing frameworks.
- Develop, monitor, and track the efficiency of data science models against the desired business outcomes.
- Provide insight and input in agile scrum teams.
- Support department-wide initiatives like audits conducted by statutory bodies, risk, and internal audit departments.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Software Engineering, or any related field.
- Formal certification in Data Science, Big Data, or Data Analytics.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive working experience in data science and analytics role.
Additional Competencies:
- Familiarity with analytics, predictive modelling, and data management tools (e.g., R, Python).
- Ability to work under minimum supervision and as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in statistical modelling, analysis, quantitative analytics, forecasting/predictive analytics, multivariate testing, and optimization of algorithms.
- Excellent programming skills.
- Analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Outstanding attention to detail.
- Planning and coordination skills.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals should click here to fill out the application form, Click Here also send copies of their application letter, curriculum vitae and academic qualifications, addressed to the Chief of People and Culture to [email protected]
Deadline: 26th May 2025
NB: Please note that canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification of the candidate.
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