Clement Odediran

 Risk identification on emerging technology which includes Robotics and Cybersecurity to proffer proactive control measures.  Manage compliance audit of the bank’s conformity level to existing regulatory standards to which the bank is certified and other standard or framework as may be directed by regulators.  Manage and deliver on the Annual Audit Plan for Information Systems, Robotics and Analytics Assurance.  Oversee system project assurance participation and escalation of issues before sign-off.  Prepare audit findings summary report on key issues noted during audit engagement for Board meetings and management as may be required.  Manage relationship as trusted advisor with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and business partners.  Provide quality assurance on issue tracking and escalation process for prompt closure of audit exceptions (Internal/External).  Participate in Change Control Board Meetings for assurance on due process for IT Change management.  Maintain appropriate Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Training requirement and regular attendance at relevant professional meetings, conferences, workshop/seminars.  Coach and mentor direct reports as well as maintain the Bank’s leadership standard.

 Lead the Bank’s Internal Audit long term strategy function and translating the strategy into business and functional objectives.  Drive and support Internal Audit strategy execution in partnership with business segments.  Provide overall leadership / direction to continually enhance team performance in various units of the department using a risk-based approach and the 5 pillars of operating philosophy established for improved audit relevance and efficiency.  Provide the bank with an independent and objective assurance that the operations of the branches, Head Office Departments and Subsidiaries accord with laid down standards in the policies, circulars and guidelines issued by the regulatory authorities.  Be a watchdog of the bank on behalf of the Board in ensuring systematic and disciplined approach to evaluation and mitigation of risk exposures of the bank.  Coordinate the Bank’s Internal Audit Strategy with focus on defining the long-term strategy, formulating and implementing new business and investment strategies  Provide leadership / direction and continually enhance team performance to achieve quality business service delivery  Track strategy execution and performance against established targets/metrics for each area of the bank as well as potential risks and mitigation plans.  Effective Coordination of activities of Internal Audit Function.

 Risk identification on emerging technology which includes Robotics and Cybersecurity to proffer proactive control measures.  Manage compliance audit of the bank’s conformity level to existing regulatory standards to which the bank is certified and other standard or framework as may be directed by regulators.  Manage and deliver on the Annual Audit Plan for Information Systems, Robotics and Analytics Assurance.  Oversee system project assurance participation and escalation of issues before sign-off.  Prepare audit findings summary report on key issues noted during audit engagement for Board meetings and management as may be required.  Manage relationship as trusted advisor with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and business partners.  Provide quality assurance on issue tracking and escalation process for prompt closure of audit exceptions (Internal/External).  Participate in Change Control Board Meetings for assurance on due process for IT Change management.  Maintain appropriate Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Training requirement and regular attendance at relevant professional meetings, conferences, workshop/seminars.  Coach and mentor direct reports as well as maintain the Bank’s leadership standard.

 Support the Head, Group Internal Audit in improving and maintaining the Bank’s corporate governance framework to ensure an adequate framework is in place and reviewed on a regular basis.  Undertake major quality assurance reviews and others as appropriate, including special audits, value for money audits, fraud investigation.  Provide quality assurance input to major internal audit exercises as appropriate.  Provide independent advice and support for non-audit activities as required, in particular those relating to the continuous improvement of the Bank’s processes and practices.  Give professional quality assurance or audit advice and guidance to staff and managers of other Units and Groups in the Bank in respect of activities either existing or proposed that have financial, risk, regulatory or policy implications.  Lead and participate in corporate working groups as appropriate on issues of a corporate nature including the selection and development of new technology, vendors, consultants, working models,  Review and sign off other quality assurance exercises/reports undertaken/issued by the quality assurance team members and others as appropriate, ensuring the implementation of agreed recommendations.  Adopt and internalize global best practices in conducting quality assurance reviews  Define scope, approach, and resource allocation for Quality Assurance annual plan execution.  Develop a high performing team by embedding the bank's performance process, regular performance feedback, coaching and addressing any observed poor performance.

 Prepare and manage risk-based Annual Audit Plan for the Bank’s Head Office Audits, Branch Audits, Systems Audit and Subsidiaries Audit.  Define scope, approach, and resource allocation for annual plan execution.  Manage and control delivery of the plan execution, report, and close audit/advisory assurance assignments.  Contribute to continuous enhancement of quality control and toolkits for audit assignments.  Ensure that IT Governance & Control (Access, Accuracy, Agility & Availability) and data analytics is embedded in systems related reviews.  Report or share information on emerging trends and potential solutions for addressing control weaknesses, process efficiency challenges or resolving open audit issues.  Identify and recommend areas of improvement (to accountable process owners) in the control environment of allocated audit portfolio and other areas of the Bank’s operations.  Report key issues or audit findings accurately in a succinct, impactful manner, clearly articulate and substantiate materiality or significance of the risk and its impact to Board Audit Committee.  Develop a high performing team by embedding the bank's performance process, regular performance feedback, coaching and addressing any observed poor performance.  Contribute to definition and delivery of team goals and KPIs to support delivery of Corporate Audit annual performance goals in the Bank.

 Audit oversight functions through routine review and assessment of the Bank’s Information Systems to identify risk areas and give assurance to the Audit Committee, Executive Management and Accountable Process Owners that effective internal controls and good governance practices are in place and are exercised.  Contribute to development of the Corporate Audit Annual Audit Plan applying a risk based approach.  Define scope, approach and detailed plan and allocate resources. Manage and control delivery of the assignment plan, report and close audit/advisory assurance assignments.  Assist in the implementation of information system projects and ensure that the relevant controls are in place from on set.  Create and manage component of overall project plan to meet assigned budget and project milestones.  Identify and recommend areas of improvement (to accountable process owners) in the control environment of allocated audit portfolio and other areas of the Diamond Bank operations.  Report key issues or audit findings accurately in a succinct, impactful manner, clearly articulate and substantiate materiality or significance of the risk and its impact to Board Audit Committee.  Develop a high performing team by embedding the bank's performance process, regular performance feedback, coaching and addressing any observed poor performance.  Contribute to definition and delivery of team goals and KPIs to support delivery of Corporate Audit annual performance goals in the Bank.

 Prepare Annual Information Systems Audit Plan.  Perform business revenue assurance to detect and address income leakages.  Periodically evaluate information security controls.  Perform systems related investigation for root cause analysis.  Render consultancy services on implementation of IT projects.  Report significant changes in information risk to appropriate levels of Management.  Plan, supervise and conduct routine audits of information systems and assets to confirm continuous efficiency and effectiveness of controls incorporated.  Manage compliance audit of the bank’s conformity level to existing regulatory standards to which the bank is certified and other standard or framework as may be directed by regulators.

 Design controls testing for the Bank’s Information Security implementation.  Establish the process for information asset classification and Management.  Systems inspection review of Enterprise Network security controls: Internet Access Security, Firewall implementation, remote access, and third-party connectivity.  Policy review covering I.S Policies, Standards and Procedures to verify that they address the Bank’s internal and regulatory requirements.  Systems inspection review of the Bank’s database for data integrity, reliability, and availability.  Follow-up activities on identified information systems control deficiencies to ensure appropriate remediation.  Conduct system investigation to identify causes of information security incidents, develop corrective actions and re-assess risk.

 Administration of the Bank’s Wide Area Network Connectivity through VSAT Network Control Centre for managing 71 Standard Trust Bank (STB) VSAT Branches, 22 Continental Trust Bank VSAT Branches and 2 Guardian Express Bank Branches.  Design of VSAT Network Architecture and Telecommunication solution for STB  In-house support for 3rd Party VSAT/Radio solutions.  Perform site survey and Radio maintenance where necessary  Perform Bandwidth and Frequency allocation, Capacity Planning and Support Requirements for STB/CTB and other clients on the VSAT Network  Inventory Control/Management of VSAT/Radio equipment/spares  Consultancy services to clients on DAMA/Solante, Codan, Wave Wireless and Channel Master VSAT/Radio equipment issues  Relationship Management with STM Wireless, Codan Limited, Wave Wireless, Newskies Satellites and other third-party vendors/OEMs  Internet Services for E-banking products  Organizing and facilitating lectures on basic VSAT Technology, Operations and Maintenance.

● Setting up IT infrastructures for Branch commissioning and subsequent IT support services covering Edo, Ondo, Ekiti, Ogun, Osun, Oyo and Kwara State. ● Optimize processes by reviewing systems and exploring automated solutions. ● Hardware support and Telecoms maintenance on Motorola Modems, Cisco Routers, UPS, Switches and software installation. ● Built firm but respectful relationships with staff, leading by example and providing continued encouragement for high levels of motivation and satisfaction in service delivery. ● Resolve complex issues with strong analysis and investigations. ● Devise and implement improvements to service procedures thereby improving service delivery to internal customers. ● Regularly monitor operational progress against budget to ensure cost-effective, efficient service provision.