Head of Data & Analytics At Renew Capital

Head of Data & Analytics

Remote * Full-time

Renew Capital

Data Analysis Total Positions: Location: Remote Full-time Salary: Not mentioned Posted 1 year ago

Renew Capital is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics to lead the design and development of our in-house data platform. This role will drive the creation of proprietary models, infrastructure and scalable tools that underpin our investment approach. The candidate must combine deep technical expertise in data science with leadership capacity to grow and manage a cross-disciplinary team. The candidate will be expected to do the coding, design and development themselves. Over time, the team will expand to implement and scale the platform across a wide range of use cases. The candidate must be located in Africa or willing to relocate.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

â€¢ Lead development of proprietary models for assessing SMEs and startups. â€¢ Build a scalable data infrastructure to collect, aggregate and analyze data across pipeline and portfolio companies. â€¢ Develop tools and APIs to strengthen data capabilities across portfolio companies. â€¢ Partner with leadership to align data products with investment strategy. â€¢ Evaluate pipeline and portfolio companies on data quality, systems and technical capacity. â€¢ Advise, coach and support portfolio founders to strengthen their data management systems. â€¢ Oversee tech stack, architecture and data governance across Renew Capitalâ€™s innovation agenda. â€¢ Ensure repeatable, transparent and compliant models that support scaling investments across Africa. â€¢ Represent Renew Capital externally as a thought leader in data science and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

â€¢ 8+ years in data science, ML/AI, or fintech, with experience in modeling, scoring or analytics. â€¢ Proven ability to build and lead high-performing tech teams. â€¢ Advanced degree in a quantitative field (CS, Statistics, Math, Engineering, Economics) preferred. â€¢ Hands-on with Python, SQL, R, ML frameworks and cloud data platforms. â€¢ Track record building production-grade ML models (credit scoring, fraud detection, risk analysis, etc.). â€¢ Understanding of African (or similar markets) fintech and SME ecosystems. â€¢ Strong communicator able to translate technical models into business outcomes.

HOW TO APPLY

8+ years in data science, ML/AI, or fintech, with experience in modeling, scoring or analytics. Proven ability to build and lead high-performing tech teams. Advanced degree in a quantitative field (CS, Statistics, Math, Engineering, Economics) preferred. Hands-on with Python, SQL, R, ML frameworks and cloud data platforms. Track record building production-grade ML models (credit scoring, fraud detection, risk analysis, etc.). Understanding of African (or similar markets) fintech and SME ecosystems. Strong communicator able to translate technical models into business outcomes. To apply for this job please visit renewcapital.bamboohr.com.