Nash Sankar

Nash Sankar has a diverse work experience in the field of IT and data management. They started their career in 2006 as a Systems Administrator at Data World, where they worked until 2010. In this role, they were responsible for maintaining the Windows network and providing desktop support.

From 2010 to 2015, Nash worked as a Systems Administrator at Evaluations. Their responsibilities included managing servers, desktop PCs, and providing first-line desktop support.

In 2015, Nash joined SA Taxi as a Server Engineer, where they worked for a year. They then moved on to the Department of Public Works in 2016 and held multiple roles within the organization. Initially, they worked as a Systems and Data Manager, where they were involved in enhancing reporting and service delivery by utilizing new technologies and providing technical input.

Later, they transitioned into the role of a Senior System Analyst and Senior Data Analyst within the same organization. In these roles, Nash used their data analytics skills to analyze different datasets, establish relationships, generate reports, and make recommendations to improve business decisions. They also promoted standardization of data and encouraged the use of applications and databases for better control and reporting.

In 2022, Nash returned to SA Taxi as a Senior Server Engineer.

Nash Sankar attended Stanger Manor Secondary School from 1996 to 2001, where they did not pursue any specific degree or field of study. Nash then enrolled at the Oval Institute of Technology from 2002 to 2004 and obtained a Diploma in Information Technology with a focus on application development and networking. Nash also received certifications from Microsoft in Microsoft Database Fundamentals and Designing and Optimizing Database Solutions, although the specific years are not provided. Nash later completed a Certification in Chief Information Officer from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2017. Additionally, they pursued a Certification in Advanced Professional Practice for Digital Innovation and Leadership from the University of the Witwatersrand between 2020 and 2022. Nash also obtained a Certificate in Microsoft Power BI from Udemy Alumni in 2022.