Data Analytics Expert - Hargeisa Somaliland

Farsight Africa Group
Somaliland, Somalia
Data Clerk/collection/enumerators

Job Description

Seeking a new challenge? Farsight Africa Group has a Data Analytics Expert - Hargeisa Somaliland position open in Somaliland. This role falls within the Data Clerk/collection/enumerators sector and requires candidates with 5 - 6 years of relevant experience. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the May, 22 deadline.

About Farsight Africa Technologies:

Farsight Africa Technologies is a subsidiary of Farsight Africa Group that aims to digitally enable and empower last frontier markets by promoting technology adoption in politically vulnerable states and focuses on developing robust software and hardware solutions that address the gaping needs for automation of government services. These include financial management information systems, tax revenue collection and administration, and public utility service provision platforms.

Position Overview

Applicants must be from Somaliland.

Farsight Africa Technologies is looking for a Data Analytics Expert that will support the design, implementation, and optimization of data analytics, reporting, and risk analysis capabilities within enterprise ICT and tax administration projects. The role involves developing data models, analytics frameworks, dashboards, and risk algorithms to support operational intelligence, compliance monitoring, and strategic decision-making.

The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming organizational data into actionable insights while ensuring data quality, governance, and analytical accuracy.

Scope of Work:

Data Analytics and Reporting:

Business Intelligence and Decision Support:

Governance and Compliance:

Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

  • Design and implement enterprise data analytics frameworks and reporting solutions.
  • Develop risk models, algorithms, and analytical dashboards.
  • Analyze structured and unstructured datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and operational insights.
  • Support predictive analytics and statistical modeling initiatives.
  • Design data visualization and business intelligence dashboards.
  • Ensure data integrity, quality assurance, and consistency across systems.
  • Support integration of analytics tools with enterprise platforms and databases.
  • Develop operational, executive, and compliance reports.
  • Support tax administration analytics and revenue intelligence initiatives.
  • Conduct regression analysis, forecasting, and statistical modeling.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization using data-driven insights.
  • Collaborate with technical and business teams to define analytical requirements.
  • Support user training and adoption of analytics tools and dashboards.
  • Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards.
  • Maintain audit trails and analytical documentation.
  • Support data migration, validation, and reconciliation activities.

About Somaliland

Somaliland is a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa with a relatively stable political environment and growing economy. Employment opportunities are concentrated in the main cities of Hargeisa, Burao, and Berbera, spanning government, NGOs, telecoms, and the private sector.

Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Qualifications & Requirements

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Professional Experience

Equal Opportunity Statement

Farsight Africa Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Farsight

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field from a recognized university.
  • Relevant postgraduate qualifications in data analytics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, machine learning, taxation, or public financial management will be an added advantage.
  • Internationally recognized professional certifications in data analytics, data science, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, or related disciplines will be considered an added advantage.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ demonstrated experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or predictive modelling within large-scale ICT systems, preferably in government revenue, taxation, customs, financial services, or public sector environments.
  • Proven experience in developing, testing, and implementing statistical models, regression analysis, predictive analytics, and risk-scoring algorithms to support compliance, fraud detection, audit selection, revenue forecasting, and decision-making processes.
  • Hands-on experience using modern data analytics and visualization tools included within the bidder’s proposed Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS) solution or equivalent enterprise analytics platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze large and complex datasets from multiple sources and produce actionable insights, dashboards, reports, and automated analytical outputs for management and operational use.
  • Experience in data quality management, data governance, and integration of analytics within enterprise systems will be an added advantage.
  • Experience working on tax administration, revenue authority modernization, e-government, or digital transformation projects will be highly desirable.
  • Work with a fast-growing, innovative African consulting firm.
  • Engage in meaningful projects across governance, development, and strategic communications.
  • Dynamic, multicultural team operating across East Africa. Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and regional exposure.

How to Apply

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter to the Farsight HR email with the subject line:

“Data Analytics Expert – Application”

. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Accepting Applicants from Somaliland Only

**Apply by:**22nd May 2026 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

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Job Details

Posted: May 21, 2026
Organization: Farsight Africa Group
Location: Somaliland, Somalia
Sector: Data Clerk/collection/enumerators