MERCY NYAKAISHIKI
IT Researcher and Analyst
Kampala
Summary
Skilled in research and passionate about supporting advancements in the fields of health, technology, and business. Enthusiastic about increasing knowledge to drive growth and bring about improvements. Strong desire to apply knowledge and experience in research to contribute to the success of any organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Digital Marketing Analyst
Triark Limited
9 2024 - Current
- Develop and implement strategic branding initiatives, collaborating with clients to deliver custom solutions.
- Leverage IT expertise to streamline design production and improve workflow efficiency, focusing on high-quality output and creativity within budget constraints.
- Build and maintain client relationships, delivering exceptional service and results.
- Conduct comprehensive market research to identify target audiences and develop personalized marketing messages.
- Create captivating content for social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and engage customers.
- Keep up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to shape digital marketing strategies and tactics effectively.
Research Assistant
XCEPT, CPAID, GCRF/GSJ Projects
11.2021 - Current
- Prepared interview questions, collected data, and analyzed research experiments.
- Managed data collection from around 1,000 participants for a socio-economic COVID-19 study to understand its effects and vaccinations.
- Investigated the psychological and social challenges of military families, coordinating research with around 60 participants, where I gained depth and knowledge about mental health among military families.
- Conducted research on Poly crisis scenarios, producing reports that informed my principal supervisor on community resilience.
Systems Administrator
Reign Ltd
02.2019 - 08.2024
- Coordinated office activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to company policies.
- Supervised administrative staff, enhancing productivity through effective task delegation and training them on new systems and applications to enhance technological adaptation.
- Managed office communications, including calls, emails, and correspondence.
Education
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) -
KASHAKA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
MBARARA, UGANDA 09.2005 - 05.2008
Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) - undefined
KABATERAINE MEMORIAL SCHOOL
MBARARA, UGANDA 09.1998 - 05.2004
Master of Science in Information Systems - Information Technology
MBARARA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Mbarara, Uganda 05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Information Technology - Information Technology
MBARARA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2011 - 05.2016
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) -
ST MARY’S COLLEGE SCHOOL KITENDE
WAKISO, UGANDA 09.2009 - 05.2010
Skills
Research & Analysis: Strong in both qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis, and reporting
Data Collection & Reporting: Experienced in designing frameworks for accurate data collection and summarizing results
Project Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects, manage teams, and deliver presentations that spark impactful changes
Communication: Excellent at conveying ideas clearly and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders
Organizational Skills: Skilled in managing multiple projects efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality
Client Relations & Branding: Experienced in client relationship management and delivering strategic branding solutions
Problem Solving: Able to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions
Languages
English (Fluent)
Proficient
C2
Runyakitara (Fluent)
Advanced
C1
Luganda (Fluent)
Upper intermediate
B2
Personal Qualities
- Honesty: I maintain the highest level of integrity in all professional and personal endeavors.
- Willingness to Learn: Constantly seeking opportunities to expand knowledge and adapt to new challenges.
- Assertiveness: Confident in decision-making and pushing initiatives forward to achieve results.
- Trustworthy: Dependable and reliable, ensuring confidentiality and trust in all interactions.
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Marital Status: Married
Hobbies
I enjoy baking and cooking for my family and friends, experimenting with new recipes to create delicious meals. Watching the news keeps me informed about global and local events, while reading helps me continuously learn and explore new perspectives. Traveling allows me to experience different cultures, and I love meeting new people and discovering new things along the way.
References
- Prof. Narathius Asingwire, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala, +256 752 790 594 / +256 782 439 037, asingwiren@yahoo.com
- Prof. Grace Akello, Associate Professor, Gulu University, Gulu, +256 782 303 546, akellograce@hotmail.com
- Mr. Steven Dunstan Busuulwa, Chief Operations Officer, BBS Terefayina, Kampala, +256 703 699 459, bstevendunstan44@gmail.com