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

Posted on Fri 17th Apr, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

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.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online