Rakisha R.

Data Scientist | Head Facilitator at ExploreAI Academy
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Western Cape, South Africa, ZA
Languages
  • English Full professional proficiency
  • Afrikaans Limited working proficiency
  • Hindi Limited working proficiency

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Lerato Mogotsi

I am writing this recommendation for Rakisha Raghunathlal, a highly skilled data scientist who worked with me at Luno. During our time together, Rakisha Raghunathlal, demonstrated exceptional skills in experimentation and data analysis, contributing significantly to the growth and success of our organization. Rakisha Raghunathlal, has a deep understanding of experimental design, hypothesis testing, and statistical analysis. She was instrumental in developing and implementing numerous experiments that helped optimize our products and improve user experience. She is highly effective in identifying key metrics, designing experiments, analyzing results, and communicating insights to stakeholders. In addition to her experimental expertise, Rakisha Raghunathlal, possesses excellent data science skills, including data visualization. She has consistently demonstrated an ability to leverage data to drive business decisions and deliver actionable insights. Rakisha Raghunathlal's positive attitude, strong work ethic, and collaborative nature made her an outstanding member of our team. She has consistently worked to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, helping to ensure successful outcomes for our experiments and data science projects. Overall, I am confident that Rakisha Raghunathlal, would make a valuable addition to any data science team, particularly in the area of experimentation. I highly recommend her without reservation and am confident that she will excel in any position they take on.

Ruan Odendaal

Rakisha was a huge asset to the team. She always brought great insight and learnings, while being an absolute pleasure to work with. Rakisha is very generous with her time and was always on hand when I needed some support. Would gladly recommend her to anyone

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Credentials

  • Data Science Methodologies
    IBM
    Sep, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Become a Data Scientist
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Data Science Foundations: Data Mining
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Data Visualization: Storytelling
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Excel 2016: Managing and Analyzing Data
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Machine Learning and AI Foundations: Recommendations
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Algorithmic Trading and Stocks Essential Training
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Data Science & Analytics Career Paths & Certifications: First Steps
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Data Science Foundations: Fundamentals
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Learning Data Governance
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Statistics Foundations: The Basics
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Understanding Trade Secrets: A Deeper Dive
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Introduction to Data Analytics
    Simplilearn
    May, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Data Engineering- Math Refresher
    Simplilearn
    Apr, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Statistics Essential for Data Science
    Simplilearn
    Apr, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Introduction to Cisco Sales - 700-150
    Cisco
    Nov, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • IBM Blockchain Foundation Developer
    IBM
    Jul, 2018
    - Oct, 2024
  • IBM Blockchain Essentials
    IBM
    Jun, 2018
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • South Africa
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Data Scientist | Head Facilitator
      • Jul 2023 - Present

    • Data Scientist | Facilitator
      • Apr 2023 - Jun 2023

    • United Kingdom
    • Financial Services
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Associate Data Scientist
      • Sep 2021 - Apr 2023

    • South Africa
    • Chemical Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Technical Sales Intern
      • May 2021 - Aug 2021

      Responsibilities include managing sales and stock distribution for various customers under the Serengeti brand (sister company under Unichem group). Duties include monthly price list updates, stock count and accountability on SAP and managing and handling customer requests and technical enquiries.

    • Laboratory and Process Engineering Intern
      • Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

      Responsibilities include quality control and laboratory testing for various base oils, mineral and synthetic lubricants and oils. Duties further extend to developing pilot runs for new blends to derive viability for production scaling for various special projects within the company. These projects include the formulation and manufacturing of various grades of refrigeration compressor oil and industrial gear oil. Calibration of measuring equipment pertinent to the operations lies within accountability and in keeping with the organisations ISO 9001 certification. Show less

    • South Africa
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Account Manager
      • Sep 2018 - Aug 2020

      Responsibilities include the day to day management of key accounts - SA Home Loans and Ison BPO. Responsibilities include the day to day management of key accounts - SA Home Loans and Ison BPO.

    • South Africa
    • Farming
    • Undergraduate Research Fellow
      • Jul 2015 - Aug 2020

      Involved in the research and development of the applications of hemp and it's derivatives in various sectors. Involved in the research and development of the applications of hemp and it's derivatives in various sectors.

    • South Africa
    • Higher Education
    • Private Tutor
      • Oct 2014 - Sep 2018

      Tuition provided to students between grades 3 and 12 in the following subjects: English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences. Tuition provided to students between grades 3 and 12 in the following subjects: English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences.

    • Radio Personality
      • Apr 2018 - Jul 2018

      Host on the Sunday Drive-By between 4-6 pm.

    • Radio Personality
      • Nov 2016 - Jul 2018

      Host on the Sunday Edition- Lifestyle lunch show, Sundays (1-3 pm)Host on EduTalk- Educational talk show aimed at high school learners, especially matriculants, Wednesday (7-8 pm)Co-Host on the Weekend Breakfast, Saturday's (7-10 am)

    • South Africa
    • Education Management
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Tutor
      • May 2016 - Aug 2017

    • South Africa
    • Civil Engineering
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Part-Time Office Administrator
      • Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

      Responsible for:General office administration Reception and front desk dutiesFinancial administrationTender compilationPA to the director

    • Office Administrator
      • Jun 2016 - May 2017

      Responsible for:General office administration Reception and front desk dutiesFinancial administrationTender compilationPA to the director

    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Administrator
      • Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

      Responsible for: Front desk and reception duties Payroll administration General office administration Sales of apartments in the Oceans and Pearls Developments in Umhlanga PA duties to the Director and other agents Responsible for: Front desk and reception duties Payroll administration General office administration Sales of apartments in the Oceans and Pearls Developments in Umhlanga PA duties to the Director and other agents

    • South Africa
    • Legal Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Temp Administrative Assistant
      • Nov 2015 - Jan 2016

      Duties included: Front desk reception and administration duties Managing of the staff car wash Meeting Room Assistant PA duties to the Catering Supervisor Marketing Assistance Duties included: Front desk reception and administration duties Managing of the staff car wash Meeting Room Assistant PA duties to the Catering Supervisor Marketing Assistance

    • Switzerland
    • Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Sales Consultant
      • Aug 2015 - Oct 2015

      Sales target of R290k per month towards the sale of Swarovski products. Sales target of R290k per month towards the sale of Swarovski products.

    • South Africa
    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Casual
      • Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

      Duties include: Cashier Sales of CUM, Old Khakhi and Poetry products Duties include: Cashier Sales of CUM, Old Khakhi and Poetry products

    • South Africa
    • Banking
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Lifestyle Executive
      • Feb 2015 - Apr 2015

      A part of the sales department; responsible for leasing out safe deposit lockers, the sale of Kruger coins in all sizes, and Supercar Club Memberships.

    • Customer Relations Officer
      • Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

      Front desk office administrator responsible for front desk duties, office duties, vault duties and filing administration.

    • Promotional Staff
      • Nov 2014 - Jan 2015

      Assistance to sales team provided during promotional events.

    • South Africa
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • SFDA at Clarinus Village
      • Jan 2014 - Sep 2014

      Student Front Desk Administrator at Clarinus Village- UCT Residence. Student Front Desk Administrator at Clarinus Village- UCT Residence.

    • South Africa
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Head of the Western Cape GirlEng Executive Team
      • Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

      Responsible for: Chair of the Executive Team Facilitating and organising the GIRLENG events including the information session and weekend camps Guest speaking at WomEng events Responsible for: Chair of the Executive Team Facilitating and organising the GIRLENG events including the information session and weekend camps Guest speaking at WomEng events

    • South Africa
    • Government Administration
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Student Intern
      • Jun 2014 - Jul 2014

      As part of to the module, Chemical Engineering I (CHE1005W), it was a requirement to work at a plant to gain more insight into the field of chemical engineering. At the wastewater treatment plant, students shadowed experienced design and process engineers, on all operations at the facility, including sludge dehydration and testing on a laboratory scale. An in-depth tour and understanding on the workings and maintenance associated to the equipment utilized on the plant was also embarked upon by students. Students were privileged to be part of the design meetings where the experienced engineers worked on the expansion of the plant for further wastewater treatment to provide potable quality water. Show less

    • Media Production
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Trainee
      • Feb 2013 - Nov 2013

      On-air trainee working under the station manager, Duncan Patrick. On-air trainee working under the station manager, Duncan Patrick.

Education

  • University of KwaZulu-Natal
    BSc.Eng, Chemical Engineering
    2017 - 2020

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