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Senior Data Scientist job at UpEnergy Group | Apply Now
Are you looking for IT jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Senior Data Scientist job at UpEnergy Group
About the Organisation
UpEnergy Group is a mission-driven organization delivering high-impact, emission-reducing projects that accelerate decarbonization while creating long-term benefits for local communities. Operating across 7 African markets and expanding to new regions, UpEnergy makes life-improving clean technologies accessible to households, schools, and communities. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, UpEnergy has already impacted millions of lives while significantly reducing CO2 emissions.
Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Senior Data Scientist job at UpEnergy Group
UpEnergy Group
Job Description
The Senior Data Scientist will design and manage rigorous tests and trials to enhance the effectiveness of UpEnergy’s interventions in clean cooking, safe water, and related climate-smart technologies. Responsibilities include conducting research, developing RCT strategies, documenting methodologies, analyzing data, and publishing results to influence the global clean energy conversation. The role requires collaboration with field teams, product units, and global researchers to ensure interventions are evidence-based and scalable. This is a dynamic, research-oriented position aimed at addressing energy poverty while advancing equitable climate solutions.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Lead research efforts on end-user behavior across multiple African markets.
Conduct literature reviews and remain updated on sectoral research.
Document methodologies, procedures, and findings for stakeholders.
Design, implement, and analyze RCTs and A/B testing frameworks.
Collaborate with product and in-country teams to identify research questions and hypotheses.
Support field teams in trial design, data collection, and high-quality implementation.
Collect, clean, and process experimental datasets.
Publish and present findings to contribute to global climate and clean cooking discussions.
Build a culture of experimentation within UpEnergy and partner organizations.
Ensure structured reporting of learnings to inform business decisions.
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COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Data-Driven Marketing, or a related field.
Strong experience designing and implementing RCTs and A/B tests.
Proficiency with statistical software (Open Data Kit, Salesforce preferred).
Experience in retail or FMCG industries preferred.
Strong communication skills and ability to work with Sub-Saharan Africa field teams.
Demonstrated passion for climate justice and sustainable solutions in low-income contexts.
Based in Africa with fluency in English.
How to Apply
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates are advised that all applications should be submitted online.
To apply please click on the APPLY button below.
