Data Scientist
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
HOUSING FINANCE BANK
Job Summary: The role holder will be responsible for leading the adoption and championing of AI strategy across the bank. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between advanced analytics and business value, ensuring AI initiatives are aligned with strategic goals and embraced across departments.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or any other related field.
- Proficiency with one or more programming languages like Java, Scala, Python, C++, R.
- AI fundamentals Certification from a recognized institution would be an added advantage.
- Skills & Experience:
- At least 3 years’ work experience in a data driven environment.
- Strong SQL skills.
- Knowledge of visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics, Qlik and Looker.
- Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, model lifecycle, and MLOps.
- Command of Project Management Methodologies.
- Business Behaviours:
- Strong understanding of banking operations, Fintech, and product development trends.
- Leadership, negotiations, and decision-making abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Open and collaborative style; must be comfortable working in an environment where ideas are shared and challenged.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their applications with a recent CV, copies of all academic transcripts, certificates and testimonials, daytime telephone contact, postal and email address and three competent referees to:
Chief Human Resources Officer
Housing Finance Bank,
Investment House
4 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo
Please take note that all applications should be sent by email to Recruitment@housingfinance.co.ug
DO NOT HAND DELIVER YOUR APPLICATION
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Guidelines for submitting Documents.
Ensure that all your documents are scanned and submitted in 1 single batch using the following order:
- Application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic Documents and Certificates
- The maximum document size is 10 MB.
Please indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the subject.
Deadline: 9th April 2026
Deadline: Expired
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