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Регистрация: 14.10.2024

Rafka Abou Salem

Специализация: Machine Learning Engineer / Data Analyst

Скиллы

Python
Tableau
PySpark
Jupyter Notebook
Google Colab
SQL
Azure Databricks
NumPy
Pandas
Matplotlib
Scikit-Learn
BeautifulSoup
Tensorflow
Keras
OpenCV
Statistical Analysis
Regression
Classification
Clustering
Web Scraping
Data Modeling

Опыт работы

Programme Manager
с 04.2024 - По настоящий момент |Niya
Agile, Scrum, Risk Management
An AI-powered inclusion platform that connects organizations to underrepresented talent. ● Managing Train-to-Hire programmes, from programme design & development to recruitment & selection of candidates.
AI Mentor / Content Developer
07.2023 - 04.2024 |Zaka
SEO Optimization, WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, Google Analytics, Adobe Photoshop
An AI educational & consultancy organization that is democratizing AI in MENA. ● Mentored students in bootcamps, totaling 100+ students across 18 bootcamps (ML & LLMs), providing personalized guidance and support for meeting learning objectives. ● Developed and customized training curricula based on individual or organizational needs, ensuring a tailored and impactful learning experience.
Startup Mentor
06.2023 - 06.2024 |Bloom EMEA
Leadership, Communication, Empathy, Active Listening
● Provided mentoring and guidance to startups, actively listening to the teams, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored recommendations and resources to address their specific pain points.
Sales Specialist / Project Coordinator
10.2022 - 06.2023 |Niya
CRM, Lead Generation, Negotiation, Prospecting, MS Project, Agile, Scrum, Jira
An AI-powered inclusion platform that connects organizations to under represented talent. ● Promoted train-to-hire programmes (Tech & Data) that connect businesses with under represented talent within the MENA region. ● Coordinated virtual training programs to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of activities, resources, and information. ● Monitored and reported on key project milestones to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. ● Drafted reports and provided status updates to communicate project progress and ensure alignment with project goals. ● Contributed to the success of impactful training programs, such as the Ukraine Tech Scholarship Programme and the Niya Tech Scholarship Programme, sponsored by Endava.
Associate Data Analyst
08.2022 - 04.2023 |Artefact
SQL, Python, Tableau, Excel, R, Power BI
A data services company, specialized in data consulting and digital & data marketing. ● Conducted data preparation and exploration using Python, and built a Tableau dashboard for multiple use cases in real estate. ● Developed a heatmap of a mall to visualize KPI differences among the shops. Examples of KPIs include: Sales, Rent, Sales per sqft, and Rent per sales. This was done using Tableau. ● Performed data quality assessment on tabular data, scoring against its key dimensions (completeness, uniqueness, validity, accuracy, and integrity/consistency). This was done using Python via Azure Databricks.
Machine Learning Engineer
02.2022 - 06.2022 |Zaka
SQL, Python, Tableau, Excel, R, Power BI
16-week Machine Learning Certification program covering several applications of AI. ● Worked on 8 projects implementing weekly learnings in data science, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, neural networks, computer vision, and NLP. ● Delivered a Capstone Project on “Genetic Disorder Prediction Using XAI”, building a neural network model with accuracy exceeding 90% and implementing an interoperability method to the model's predictions.
Computer Science Trainee
09.2021 - 11.2021 |SE Factory
Python, Java, C++, Linux, SQL
6-week Foundation of Computer Science coding program covering concepts using Python. ● Gained hands-on experience in designing codes using Python programming language. ● Topics included: Algorithms and Data Structures, Complexity Analysis, Object Oriented Programming, and an Introduction to Relational Databases.
ESG Analyst / Researcher
10.2017 - 05.2019 |Capital Concept
Python, R, SPSS, MATLAB, SQL, Tableau, LaTeX, SAS
An ESG consulting company promoting sustainable development and innovation. ● ESG are non-financial factors used in evaluating a business’ impact beyond profit. ● Contributed to the development and implementation of ESG Assessment Methodology (i.e. a tool used for assessing a business’ ESG practices), resulting in the client’s adoption and improvement of best practices. The Methodology is used as part of “The Lebanon ESG Stewardship Program”, the first of its kind in the MENA region, and funded by USAID.
Founder
10.2017 - 12.2020 |OyaKali
Marketing knowledge, Communication
A healthtech startup that is focused on tackling pharmaceutical fraud detection. ● Led the startup’s ideation and business development, and participated in hackathons. ● Identified and interviewed 10+ industry experts to narrow down the problem related to counterfeit issues. ● Created a prototype/proof-of-concept (POC) for demonstration and feasibility testing purposes. ● Halted the initiative due to its complex nature and limited resources.
Business Development Intern
03.2016 - 08.2016 |Human Capital
Salesforce, HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Marketo
A medical device consulting company to bring in the latest innovations into market. ● Conducted research and market assessments of potential medical device suppliers.

Образование

Physiology (Магистр)
2013 - 2015
American University of Beirut
Biology (Бакалавр)
2009 - 2013
American University of Beirut

Языки

АрабскийРоднойАнглийскийВыше среднего