Faith Dekolo

Industrial Design Graduate | Operations & Compliance Professional

Lagos, NG.

About

Highly analytical Industrial Design graduate with a Second Class Upper Honours, combining a strong foundation in design thinking with practical experience in verification, operations, and compliance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency, ensure data privacy, and drive strategic partnerships, seeking to leverage a unique blend of creative problem-solving and meticulous process management in a dynamic professional environment.

Work

Iverify NG

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Verification and Operations Intern (NYSC)

, , Nigeria

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Summary

Managed comprehensive verification processes and operational efficiency initiatives to support informed decision-making and ensure regulatory compliance within a dynamic risk management environment.

Highlights

Maintained accurate records and monitored reputation and compliance risks, supporting audits to ensure operational alignment with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Conducted comprehensive background checks across diverse industries, including criminal records, social media, and employment history verification, facilitating informed hiring and business partnership decisions.

Ensured 100% Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) compliance by securing written consent from all applicants and implementing consistent data privacy procedures in line with NDPC guidelines and ISO 27701 standards.

Developed and implemented a comprehensive tracking system to monitor turnaround times, enhancing operational efficiency by identifying process constraints and optimizing team performance and service delivery.

Conducted market research to identify and secure over 300 strategic partnership opportunities with universities across the UK, US, and Canada for an upcoming product launch.

Volunteer

Campus Ambassador

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Fashion Revolution Ambassador (FUTA)

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Led campus-wide initiatives to promote sustainable and ethical practices within the fashion industry, educating students on critical social and environmental issues.

Highlights

Championed the Fashion Revolution movement's mission, advocating for sustainable and ethical practices across the university campus to raise awareness among students.

Organized and led the inaugural Fashion Revolution Week Campaign in a Nigerian university, featuring workshops and documentary screenings.

Educated students on critical topics such as garment worker rights, fashion's environmental impact, and conscious consumerism, fostering a more informed and responsible community.

Campus Ambassador

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Cowrywise Campus Ambassador (FUTA)

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Promoted financial literacy and investment tools among university students, fostering a direct link between the company and the student community through engagement initiatives.

Highlights

Promoted Cowrywise savings and investment tools to FUTA students, driving increased adoption through effective digital and offline marketing channels.

Educated peers on personal finance, including budgeting and investing principles, utilizing Cowrywise resources to enhance financial literacy across the campus.

Served as a direct liaison between Cowrywise and the student community, organizing and leading awareness campaigns and events to strengthen brand presence and engagement.

Education

FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AKURE

Akure, Ondo, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Technology (BTech.) Industrial Design Grade: 4.43/5.00

Courses

Second Class Upper Honours

Skills

Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite, MS Excel (Pivot Tables), Canva.

Compliance & Risk Management

ID/KYC Verification, Enhanced Due Diligence, Data Privacy and Protection (NDPA, ISO 27701), Risk Awareness/Assessment, Audit Support.

Operations Management

Process Optimization, Bottleneck Identification, Performance Tracking, Service Delivery, Record Keeping.

Research & Analysis

Market Research, Background Checks, Employment History Validation, Social Media Screening, Data Analysis.

Professional & Soft Skills

Email Etiquette, Adaptability, Continuous Learning, Strategic Partnerships, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication.