Business Intelligence Data and Reporting Specialist

About the Role

Athena Institute of Business and Technology (AIBT) is building Africa's next generation of business, policy, and tech leaders through flexible, practical, and impact-driven learning. We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business Intelligence Data and Reporting Specialist to champion data-driven decision-making across our organization. In this role, you will collect, analyze, and visualize complex datasets, developing robust dashboards and automated reports that empower management and cross-functional teams to optimize performance and achieve strategic goals.

• Collect, clean, validate, and extract data from multiple business systems and databases to ensure high data integrity.
• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards, performance scorecards, and executive management reports using tools like Microsoft Power BI or Tableau.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries, data models, and reporting datasets to support deep business analysis.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), identify operational trends, and conduct variance and root-cause analyses.
• Automate recurring reporting workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce manual processing efforts.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather business requirements and translate them into actionable analytical solutions.
• Ensure strict adherence to data governance policies, confidentiality requirements, and data protection standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Information Technology, Business Analytics, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or reporting roles.
• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel, and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience in data modeling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and performance metric tracking.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with the capacity to communicate complex technical insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Additional advantages include familiarity with Python, R, Microsoft Fabric, or cloud analytics platforms.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning within a forward-thinking educational institution.
• Collaborative, dynamic, and impact-driven work environment shaping the future of African leadership.
• Health insurance and other employee wellness benefits.

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