Data Analyst, Firmware Developer at M-Kopa
Location: Nairobi
Introduction: M-KOPA, winner of the 2013 FT/IFC Sustainable Finance Awards, is a registered Kenyan business, founded in 2011 but stemming from pilot trials since 2009.
M-KOPA’s technology and company culture are based in the belief that using innovative, disruptive (radical) mobile technology, we can help ordinary wananchi to uplift their living standards, and bring development in a community, while building a strong business.
As a member of the M-KOPA team, you will be part of a new and exciting venture, changing the lives of ordinary Kenyans.
Data Analyst
Job Description
- Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports
- Develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality
- Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
- Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
- Filter and “clean” data, and review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems
- Work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs
- Locate and define new process improvement opportunities
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a busy business environment
- Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing large datasets (SPSS, SAS etc)
- Excellent skills in Excel and Access, SQL is an added advantage
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
- Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings
- BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics or relevant credentials
- Strong Communication and interpersonal skills
- CPA Part II is an added advantage
A generous and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate/s.
To apply, send an updated detailed copy of your cv and a cover letter expressing why you feel you would be an excellent candidate for the role to applications@m-kopa.com with the subject “Data Analyst Vacancy”
Firmware Developer
Responsibilities Include:
- Development of firmware for M-KOPA’s family of solar lighting products.
- Optimization of the hardware/firmware interaction during new product development.
- Test management during new product development.
Crucial:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or electronics or relevant credentials
- A strong background programming in C
- Extensive experience developing firmware for embedded hardware in C (for PIC18F family) and in assembly.
- Willing to travel sporadically outside Nairobi
- Experience analyzing and debugging hardware and firmware interaction at the PCB level.
- Programming experience with MySQL and the ability to read and modify circuit schematics in an ECAD program (for example, EAGLE) would be an extra advantage
To apply, send an updated detailed copy of your cv and a cover letter expressing why you feel you would be an excellent candidate for the role to applications@m-kopa.com with the subject “Firmware Developer”
