NASIRU ABDULSALAMI

Assistant Chief Program Analyst

About

Highly analytical and results-driven Assistant chief program Analyst with 13+ years of experience in data entry, processing, and comprehensive IT support within high-stakes operational environments. Adept at translating complex technical issues into actionable solutions for non-technical users, consistently enhancing data accuracy and system efficiency. Proven ability to leverage technical expertise to develop and implement insightful solutions that optimize critical business practices.

Work

INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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Assistant Chief Program Analyst

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

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Summary

Directed critical IT operations and data management processes for the Independent National Electoral Commission, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of electoral data and systems.

Highlights

Managed the end-to-end lifecycle of Direct Data Capture Machines (DDCMs), coordinating with state stores for precise record-keeping and secure storage, ensuring 100% operational readiness for electoral cycles.

Executed routine maintenance and comprehensive check-ups on DDCMs, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime and enhance system reliability.

Delivered essential field service support during nationwide voter registration exercises, effectively troubleshooting technical challenges for field personnel and non-technical specialists, contributing to uninterrupted data collection.

Orchestrated the secure collection and aggregation of all data backups from Local Government Area (LGA) machines to the state server, ensuring complete data integrity and accessibility of critical electoral data.

Leveraged claim and objection forms to meticulously correct errors on registration data, significantly improving the accuracy and validity of voter records.

Generated and submitted comprehensive server dumps to the National Headquarter, maintaining the integrity and synchronization of the national electoral database.

INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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SYSTEM ANALYST I

Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided foundational technical support and data management services for the Independent National Electoral Commission, ensuring the operational continuity of electoral processes.

Highlights

Conducted routine maintenance and diagnostic checks on Direct Data Capture Machines, ensuring their optimal functionality and readiness for electoral activities.

Provided critical field service support during voter registration periods, resolving technical issues to maintain smooth data capture operations.

Managed the efficient aggregation of all data backups from local government units, consolidating information into state servers to ensure comprehensive data storage and accessibility.

Produced and delivered essential server dumps to the national database at the National Headquarter, contributing to the central repository of electoral data.

Generated all required hard copies of registration data, supporting official documentation and operational needs during electoral processes.

Collaborated with state store management to implement effective record-keeping and secure storage protocols for Direct Data Capture Machines.

Education

UNIVERSITY OF JOS

Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Computer Science

Languages

English

Certificates

Master Trainers on INEC technologies (TOT)

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

Election Risk Management Tool (ERMTool)

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

HF Radio communication/CODAN base Radio operations

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Election Monitoring and Support Centre (EMSC)

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Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Conference

N/A

Effective Project Management

N/A

Skills

System Operations & Maintenance

System updates, Systems configuration, Systems installation, Systems repair, System backups, Systems upgrading, Troubleshooting systems, Computer systems efficiency.

Operating Systems

Mac operating systems, PC operating systems.

Data Management

Data entry, Data processing, Data aggregation, Data backup, Database management, Data accuracy, Record keeping.

Technical Support & Training

Field service support, IT issue resolution, Technical training, Non-technical user support.

Project Management

Effective Project Management.

Interests

Hobbies

Listening to Music, Meeting Friends, Sports, Video Games.

Community Engagement

Volunteering.