Mohammed Yola Ahmed
@mohammedyolaahmed
I build Power BI dashboards, SQL analytics, and automated reporting that give executives clear business visibility.
What I'm looking for
I'm building SQL, Power BI, and Azure analytics capabilities for client engagements at BITS Nigeria LTD, advising on reporting needs, ETL processes, and data-driven technology decisions.
Previously at Norrenberger Pensions, I developed Power BI dashboards for executive KPI visibility, automated recurring reports, and used Azure SQL and Azure Data Factory to support enterprise BI data pipelines. I also led enterprise reporting functions supporting over 250 employees.
Across financial services, manufacturing, broadcasting, and consulting, I've delivered KPI reporting, operational dashboards, SQL and Excel analysis, and IT operations leadership. My work focuses on turning data into meaningful business outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
· Build out SQL, Power BI, and Azure-based data analytics capability for client engagements alongside core infrastructure work.
· Advise clients on reporting needs, ETL processes, and technology investment decisions using data-driven recommendations.
· Introduce structured reporting practices into client operations that previously relied on ad hoc reporting.
I played a pivotal role in enhancing data reporting and analysis at Norrenberger Pensions.
• Developed Power BI dashboards that improved executive KPI reporting and visibility.
• Automated recurring reports, leading to significant improvements in reporting turnaround times.
• Leveraged Azure SQL and Azure Data Factory to support enterprise data pipelines for BI systems.
• Led the tracking of KPIs across technology programs to enhance project delivery timelines.
• Aligned IT execution with business strategy by managing cross-departmental stakeholder relationships.
• Resolved conflicts during large-scale technology rollouts, ensuring adherence to program timelines and budgets.
• Built dashboards and KPI reports for operational performance tracking.
• Performed
Group IT Administrator
Gongoni Company Limited
Jan 2015 - Jun 2017 (2 years 5 months)
Reduced network downtime across all corporate sites through proactive infrastructure planning and security controls. Led procurement negotiations and asset tracking, significantly cutting vendor costs and improving budget discipline.
• Reduced network downtime across all corporate sites through proactive infrastructure planning and security controls.
• Led procurement negotiations and asset tracking, significantly cutting vendor costs and improving budget discipline.
• Enhanced help desk resolution times by implementing ITIL-based process improvements for escalation handling.
· Designed KPI reporting frameworks and executive dashboards.
· Delivered analytics solutions for performance monitoring.
Head of Information Technology
BAGCO North (Golden Penny Group)
Jul 2008 - Jun 2013 (4 years 11 months)
Oversaw IT operations for West Africa's largest packaging company, ensuring seamless administration of SQL, Linux, and Windows server environments. Developed and implemented robust backup and disaster recovery protocols to minimize data loss across enterprise systems.
Head of Information Technology | BAGCO (Golden Penny Group)
Jul 2008 - Jun 2013 (4 years 11 months)
• Oversaw IT operations for West Africa's largest packaging company, ensuring seamless administration of SQL, Linux, and Windows server environments.
• Developed and implemented robust backup and disaster recovery protocols to minimize data loss across enterprise systems.
• Managed enterprise email, web, and database infrastructure for nine subsidiary companies, enhancing operational efficienc
Systems/Network Administrator
Voice of Nigeria
Oct 2002 - Jun 2008 (5 years 8 months)
Supported the organization's transition from analogue to digital broadcasting across nine 24-hour studios. Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and repairs on studio broadcast systems.
Systems/Network Administrator
Oct 2002 - Jun 2008 (5 years 8 months)
• Supported the organization's transition from analogue to digital broadcasting across nine 24-hour studios.
• Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and repairs on studio broadcast systems.
• Established foundational IT department processes as a pioneering staff member, contributing to the network's growth.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nasarawa State University,Keffi
Bachelor of Science - BSC (hons) , Computer Science
2019 - 2023
Nasarawa State University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2019 - 2023
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
BBC WORLD SERVICE TRAINING SCHOOL,EVESHAM,UK
2005 - 2005
NETWORKING
BBC World Service Training School
Networking
2005 - 2005
Networking training.
Ahmadu Bello University
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
1992 - 1999
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
A.B.U ZARIA
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
1992 - 1999
BACHELORS DEGREE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
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