Data Science Officer Job MSEA

IT Jobs. Micro and Small Enterprise Authority Jobs

REF NO. NYOTA – 2/03/2026

Responsibilities

• Leveraging data science, analytics, and automation tools to improve transparency, service delivery, and policy decision-making within the Authority and partner agencies.
• Collecting, cleaning, and organizing data from various sources.
• Building and maintaining data pipelines and databases.
• Analyzing data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Developing predictive and statistical models to support decision-making.
• Visualizing data using dashboards and reports (Power BI, Tableau, Python, etc.).
• Communicating findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Researching and testing new data science tools and methods.
• Collaborating with ICT, M&E, and program teams on data-driven initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with data protection and governance policies.
• Producing regular analytical and performance reports.
• Supporting training and building data literacy within teams.
• Monitoring KPIs and providing insights for planning and evaluation.
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned.

Qualifications

For appointment to this position a successful candidate must have: –

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or a computing related field.
• Five (5) years’ experience three (3) of which must be in Data Management
• Proficiency in computer applications;

How to Apply

Applications should be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the Chief Executive Officer, clearly stating the position and reference number on both the cover letter and the envelope, together with a detailed CV, certified copies of academic certificates, copy of National Identity Card (ID), Names and Telephone Contacts of three referees so as to reach MSEA by 17th April, 2026, 5.00 pm (East African Time) addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA)
Utalii House 10th Floor, Left wing
P.O. Box 48823 – 00100
NAIROBI

Applicants to note; –

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to present the following documents during interviews;

• Original National Identity Card (ID)
• Original Academic and professional Certificates and Transcripts
• Any other testimonials