Risk Analyst
Triggerise
Tiko (previously known as Triggerise) believes in a world where all youth have the power to choose where, when, and how they meet their sexual reproductive health needs. Our digital platform delivers scalable and verifiable sexual reproductive health services for young people in 5 main markets in Sub Saharan Africa - Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, South Africa and Burkina Faso. We work together with local communities and use nudges like reminders, discounts, and reward points to encourage our users to access and use sexual and reproductive health services. We also support our users in becoming micro-entrepreneurs and adding value to their economies. Tiko has offices in South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, the Netherlands and Portugal. Globally, our team consists of 160 enthusiastic, international colleagues. Whether you are working from our biggest office in Nairobi, the fast-growing office in South Africa, or from home, our people are young and our culture is global and dynamic. Our work environment is fast-paced, informal, and friendly.
Job description:
As a Risk Data Analyst, you will be responsible for utilizing data analysis to identify and evaluate potential risks/fraud on the platform. You will use your expertise in statistics, data analysis, and programming to develop and maintain risk models/flags and dashboards. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and develop data-driven solutions to identify, mitigate, and monitor risk & fraud. You do this by:
Analysis of large datasets to identify patterns and trends.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and develop data-driven solutions.
Managing data from other sources, some of which cannot be captured on our platform.
Communicating findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
Continuously monitoring and updating risk models/flags to ensure they remain accurate and relevant.
Creating visualizations and reports to effectively communicate results.
Keeping up-to-date with new developments in data science and risk management to continuously improve processes and methodologies.
About you
You think logically and come up with practical solutions in order to solve issues. You have an eye for the smaller details, and ensure that tasks are followed up in a timely manner. You’re a problem solver and can work well independently.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. statistics, mathematics, computer science).
A minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in a data analytics role.
Proficient in data visualization and reporting using Tableau (mandatory) and other tools.
Experience with R (or Python) programming language and relevant packages is mandatory
Familiarity with machine learning and predictive modeling.
Strong communication skills to clearly present findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
The Rewards
At Tiko we believe in being open, also when it comes to salaries. The salary brackets per month for this position is CFA654,079 – CFA694,968 in Burkina Faso, €1,341 – €1,424 in Ethiopia, Ksh187,872 – Ksh199,614 in Kenya, €1,897 – €2,015 in Portugal, €2,953 – €3,137 in the Netherlands, R36,774 – R39,041 in South Africa and in Uganda. We will offer you a salary in this bracket depending on your level of experience and how it relates to your future colleagues.
In addition to your monthly salary, we offer you:
Great secondary benefits
A personal development budget.
Unlimited holidays, if you can make it work with your team you’re good to go.
Growth opportunities.
A product to help shape as we grow, to leave your mark on how we do things.
A vision that we trust that you will do your job without us having to invent unnecessary rules and regulations.
Tiko prioritizes integrity in our workplace and respects your privacy.
Tiko is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour by its employees at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. This is why we will do reference and background screening checks on successful candidates before hiring. Tiko also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this scheme, we will request information from your previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during your employment, or incidents under investigation when you left employment. By applying for this position, you confirm you have read and understood these recruitment procedures.
We are open to remote work for this position and will happily accept applicants from anywhere in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Portugal, the Netherlands, South Africa and Uganda.
Job Type:Full time