Technical Assistant (IT - Power BI, Tableau) at Nigerian Election Sensitization Scheme ACTION (NESSACTION)

NESSACTION, also known as the Nigerian Election Sensitization Scheme (NESS), is a non-governmental and non-partisan organisation dedicated to enhancing the political and economic participation of youth and women in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Assistant (IT - Power BI, Tableau)

Location: Abuja
Job type: Contract

Job Description

• The Technical Assistant (IT – Power BI, Tableau) under the supervision of the IT Officer will assist the IT Department to develop, maintain and manage advanced reporting, analytics, dashboards in Tableau and/or PowerBI. Ability to identify right data Visualization based on Business requirement. Perform and document data analysis, data validation and data mapping design.
• If you have the required skills and experiences to excel as a Technical Assistant (IT) in our organization, do apply now!
• The position requires service delivery meeting procurement requirements and web portal management for a short term, subject to renewal based on performance and funding availability. The post holder would be expected to work remotely and in person when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Study, analyze and understand business requirements in context to business intelligence.
• Design and map data models to shift raw data into meaningful insights.
• Utilize Power BI to build interactive and visually appealing dashboards and reports.
• Spot key performance indicators with apt objectives
• Analyze previous and present data for better decision making
• Transform business requirements into technical publications
• Build multi-dimensional data models
• Develop strong data documentation about algorithms, parameters, models
• Perform detailed analysis on tested and deployed Power BI scripts
• Run DAX queries and functions in Power BI
• Define and design new systems
• Take care of data warehouse development
• Make essential technical and strategic changes to improvise present business intelligence systems
• Identify the requirements and develop custom charts accordingly
• SQL querying for better results
• Coordinate with all Program Officers to collect necessary documents and ensure proper documentation after return from field activities.
• Conduct herself/himself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to NESSACTION and not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Other Responsibilities as Assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience with BI tools
• Experience of working with BI tools and BI systems. Ability to build rich dashboards, write DAX expressions, and implement security.
• Scripting and programming language such as Python is an added advantage.
• Experience in data specific roles
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience of working with BI tools.
• Showcase knowledge of database management, SQL querying, data modeling, Online Analytical Processing.
• Well-informed about Microsoft BI Stack
• It will be an added advantage if the applicant has in depth knowledge of Microsoft Business Intelligence stack like Power Pivot, SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS.
• Strong communication and people skills
• Good organizational and multi-tasking abilities
• Problem-solving skills.

Competencies:
Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the values and ethical standards of NESSACTION
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of NESSACTION.
• Displays gender, regional, religion/belief, race, nationality, culture, age sensitivity, and adaptability

Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning:

• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan, and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Good knowledge of NESSACTION’s policies, rules and regulations.
• Good IT skills.

Leadership and Self-Management:

• Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Remains calm, in control, and good-humored even under pressure.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in French and/or any other language will be a plus.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2026.