Ricardo Tjikongo
About Ricardo Tjikongo
Ricardo Tjikongo is a Business Data Analyst currently employed at Investec in London. He has a diverse background in data analysis and project management, with previous experience at Standard Bank Group and education from the University of the Western Cape and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Work at Investec
Ricardo Tjikongo has been employed at Investec as a Business Data Analyst since 2017. His role involves analyzing business data to support decision-making processes within the organization. Based in London, he has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing data-driven strategies and improving operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Standard Bank Group
Ricardo Tjikongo worked at Standard Bank Group from 2014 to 2017. Initially, he participated in the Standard Bank Graduate Program for one year, where he gained foundational experience in the banking sector. He then served as a Business Analyst focusing on Rest of Africa Card and Payments Acquiring Projects for two years, based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Educational Background
Ricardo Tjikongo holds multiple master's degrees. He studied at the University of the Western Cape, where he completed a Master's in Information Systems from 2008 to 2013. He furthered his education at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, earning a Master of Science in Design Engineering from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he achieved another Master's degree from the University of the Western Cape from 2011 to 2013.
Early Career and Internships
Before his roles at Standard Bank Group, Ricardo Tjikongo gained experience as an Intern at the University of the Western Cape from 2011 to 2012. He also worked briefly as a Symposium Assistant at Gartner in 2011 for one month in Stamford, Connecticut, United States, where he assisted in organizing events.