Manager - IT and Product Control at MTN Nigeria

Mission:

• The IT/Product Control Manager is responsible for overseeing the integration, management, and optimization of banking products and IT systems to ensure no deficiencies in the product or system, seamless operations, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain the integrity of financial data, manage system controls, and implement technology solutions that enhance product efficiency and security.
• The IT/Product Control Manager plays a critical role in mitigating risks, enhancing user experience, and supporting strategic initiatives to drive the bank's technological and product innovation.

Description:

• Implement robust internal control frameworks for IT systems and banking products.
• Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal guidelines.
• Regularly review and update control processes to address emerging risks and technological advancements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with IT systems and banking products.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to manage operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Collaborate with risk management and compliance teams to ensure alignment with the overall risk strategy.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of IT systems and product controls to identify proactively loopholes and vulnerabilities and provide assurance.
• Monitor compliance with internal controls and report findings to senior management.
• Work closely with IT, product development, risk, compliance, and audit teams to ensure the cohesive implementation of internal controls.
• Lead investigations into control breaches, IT security incidents, and product-related issues.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified control weaknesses.
• Ensure timely reporting and resolution of incidents to minimize their impact on the bank’s operations.
• Conversant with IT, credit, Treasury, and e-product testing
• Support user administration and management.

Education:

• A first degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• Professional certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Professional qualification in Accounting and Membership of a Professional body is advantageous

Experience:

6–13 years’ experience within a FinTech or Banking Operations 

• Experience in data analysis and management, business performance management, or reporting within the fintech, financial sector, or banking industry 
• Experience working in a medium- to large organization 
• Experience in e-commerce and electronic payment business is advantageous.