Multiple jobs at Yiaga Africa
Call for Applications: ERAD 2.0 Project
Organization: Yiaga Africa
Programme: Election Result Analysis Dashboard (ERAD 2.0)
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Ad-hoc
Language Required: English
Application Deadline: September 21, 2026
Selection Process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further information regarding selection and training.
About ERAD 2.0
The Election Result Analysis Dashboard (ERAD) is Yiaga Africa’s platform designed to track, aggregate, analyze, and visualize election results in near real-time while independently monitoring the performance of INEC’s IReV portal. For the 2027 General Elections, Yiaga Africa is recruiting qualified personnel for ad-hoc positions at the ERAD 2.0 Data Center in Abuja.
Open Positions
1. Data Clerk
Data Clerks are responsible for accurately capturing and entering election result data collected from polling units into the ERAD system on election day under the coordination of Floor Managers and the ERAD in-house team.
Key Responsibilities:
Retrieve and review polling unit result sheets (e.g., Form EC8A) uploaded to INEC’s IReV portal.
Extract and enter election result data into the ERAD platform within assigned timeframes.
Flag discrepancies, missing results, and irregularities to the Floor Manager or Technical Support team.
Maintain high standards of data accuracy and integrity during data entry and cross-checking.
Meet assigned data entry targets and deadlines on election day.
Participate in mandatory pre-election training sessions and simulation exercises.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Must be a Nigerian citizen and at least 18 years old.
Must reside in Abuja.
Strictly non-partisan.
Must own a functional laptop or be able to secure one for the assignment.
Strong computer literacy and comfort using data entry tools and spreadsheets.
High attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under time pressure.
Full availability for all mandatory training sessions and shift work (both day and night shifts) during the election period.
2. Floor Manager / Tech Support
Floor Managers provide first-line technical support and team coordination for clusters of Data Clerks at the ERAD 2.0 Data Center. They ensure smooth system operations, maintain data quality standards, monitor team performance, and manage technical escalations.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and coordinate a team of 20 to 30 Data Clerks per shift or floor.
Provide first-line technical troubleshooting for the ERAD platform (login issues, data entry errors, connectivity issues, device problems).
Monitor real-time data entry progress against targets and identify performance bottlenecks.
Conduct quality control checks and spot verifications of entered data for accuracy.
Escalate unresolved technical issues to the in-house engineering and product team.
Support onboarding and provide operational guidance to Data Clerks on election day.
Compile end-of-shift operational summaries and incident reports.
Requirements & Qualifications:
HND or B.Sc. degree in a relevant field.
Prior experience in technical support, IT, data management, election operations, or similar roles.
Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and general system troubleshooting.
Proven ability to lead, coordinate teams, and solve problems under pressure.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Availability for all mandatory training and full shift work (day and night) during the election period.
Added Advantage: Prior ERAD or election deployment experience.
Application Summary
FieldDetails
DepartmentERAD 2.0
LocationAbuja, Nigeria
EngagementAd-hoc (Day & Night Shifts)
DeadlineSeptember 21, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications online through the Yiaga Africa Careers Page. Early submissions are encouraged as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
