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AWUDU SALIM

AWUDU SALIM

Glasgow,Ghana

Summary

I am an information Security Policy researcher with a demonstrable history of working in the security and investigations industry. I have over 10 years of industry experience in an Electronic Identity System environment. I also have in-depth experience in administration, project management and teaching. I am currently an Associate Fellow in Higher Education and a member of the International Association for the Development of the Information Society.

I have an effective Communication, Analytical and Inter personal skills. I also have Operations Management, Public Speaking, Administration, Manufacturing, and Employee Training skills.

My current research interest is in teaching and researching on Identity Systems, Cybersecurity, Information Security Policies, Information Security Management and other related topics. I also have interest in e-government, local governance and decentralization

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Associate Fellow

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
04.2023 - Current
  • Organized educational activities and events to drive learning objectives and promote engagement.
  • Lectured classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.
  • Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
  • Scheduled regular meetings with students to discuss short-term and long-term goals.
  • Engaged, motivated and inspired students to develop thirst for knowledge.

Tutor

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
  • Promoted academic success and enhanced learning experiences for students of varying capabilities.
  • Taught students remotely through live video sessions on Zoom.
  • Applied strong knowledge of UK national curriculum to enhance attainment levels.
  • Customised tutoring to suit individual competencies, enabling paced academic progression.
  • Maximised student retention by providing inclusive, stimulating learning experiences with positive results.
  • Set clear targets and delivered feedback to achieve student goals.
  • Tailored teaching styles to tutor students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Security Officer

G4S Secure Solutions
Glasgow, Glasgow City
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided detailed reports of infractions and criminal acts to law enforcement for trial or hearing procedures.
  • Updated team and coordinated responsibilities using two-way radio system.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations, evicting violators from premises.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • De-escalated threatening behaviour with firm and commanding presence.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons and unusual incidences.

Regional Head

National Identification Authority
Kumasi
09.2015 - 11.2018
  • Taking operational, corporate, administrative and Executive functions and ensuring its execution through Staff training, Workshop and Seminars among others
  • Serving the general interest of the institution through out the region
  • Performing HR functions such as employee compensation issues among others
  • Coordinating and facilitating meetings and welfare functions of staff within the region.
  • Established budgets for programme activities and controlled expenditure to meet targets.

Administrative Officer

National Identification Authority
Accra
06.2014 - 09.2015
  • Made Administrative Policies and ensuring its execution through Staff training, Workshop and Seminars
  • Introduced and undertook the maiden Inventory Audit exercise at the Head office and its regional offices
  • Performed HR functions such as employee compensation issues among others
  • Coordinated and facilitated meetings of the department.
  • Produced and distributed monthly reports using Excel knowledge, enabling improved business analysis.

Data Administrator- RCD/ IQC Operator

National Identification Authority
Accra
11.2010 - 06.2014
  • Checked the Quality of Portraits in the Database
  • Assessed Quality of portraits for printing
  • To sort the portraits to avoid a mixture of Male and Female portraits
  • Gave Approval for Data Processing
  • Trained staff to apply with database best practices and techniques to consistently meet performance expectations.
  • Planned and implemented security measures to safeguard vital business data.

Executive Secretary

Constitutional Draft Committee, A Welfare Association
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Responsibilities/Activities
  • Drafted the current working constitution of the N.I.A Welfare Association
  • Coordinated and facilitated meetings of the committee
  • Made recommendations to the Head of Administration.
  • Attended meetings on behalf of executives, taking notes and recording minutes.

Local Government Councillor

Sekyere South District Assembly
12.2010 - 12.2014
  • Analysed and Assessed the various sub-committee reports
  • Took Administrative, Legislative and Executive Decisions on behalf of the Assembly
  • Formulated and implemented key Policies and Programmes in line with Government Decisions in the Sekyere South District
  • Formulated and recommended Legislative Directives and Bye Laws and ensured its Implementation
  • Recommended ways of mobilising Revenue for the District, Sekyere South District Assembly General Assembly)
  • Worked with MPs to transform policies into legislation.
  • Served on government administrative boards and official committees to lend professional expertise.
  • Attended community functions and meetings to understand public opinion and provide information on government plans.
  • Liaised with ministers and stakeholders to understand and fine-tune intricacies of proposals.
  • Engaged in debates, performed political negotiation and applied conflict management techniques.
  • Attended meetings to discuss core policy issues and legislative plans.
  • Built community relations and analysed community needs to inform legislative priorities.
  • Managed tight budgets, inspecting government incomes and expenditures to maximise financial impact.
  • Promoted interests of constituencies in media interviews and legislative meetings.

Chairman

Sekyere South District
07.2013 - 12.2014
  • Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
  • Coordinated and facilitated meetings of the committee
  • Conducted site inspections on all District Assembly projects
  • Made useful suggestions through effective supervision to the contractors and the engineer
  • Provided reports and made recommendations to the Executive committee for deliberations

Member, Finance and Administration Sub Committee

Sekyere South District Assembly
, Ashanti Region
12.2010 - 12.2014
  • Responsibilities/Activities:
  • Discussed the Quarterly Trial Balance of the Assembly and making Recommendations
  • Assessed staff through Appraisal Reports and making Recommendations to the Executive committee
  • Assessed the Financial Position of the Assembly
  • Made Administrative Policies and ensuring its execution through Staff training, Workshop and Seminars
  • Maintained comprehensive budgets and accounts to effectively control cash flow and expenditure.
  • Handled financial management of public money by developing and implementing effective policy objectives.

Secretary

Agona Town Council, Sekyere South District
Ashanti Region
12.2010 - 12.2014
  • Updated files and records with precise system navigation.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date databases containing confidential information.
  • Updated executives on changing business needs by thoroughly documenting internal and client meetings.
  • Prepared professional high quality presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel spreadsheets.

Contract Staff

National Health Insurance Authority
08.2010 - 10.2010
  • Go on Field Operations to undertake mass registration and renewal of Clients' Cards
  • Served the Customers by renewing and updating their National Cards
  • Handled Clients' Complaints
  • Prepared Temporary cards for clients to access health care.

National Service Personnel

National Health Insurance Authority
10.2009 - 07.2010
  • Field Operations to undertake mass registration and renewal of Clients' Cards
  • Made entries for newly registered Clients and solved Clients' Complaints
  • Prepared Temporary cards for clients to access health Care

Accounts Clerk

Pokifan Enterprise Limited
Kumasi
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Helped the accountant to prepare payment vouchers
  • Paid workers at end of the month
  • Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
  • Sending report to the Manager
  • Identified and help correct errors in financial data or accounting practices.

Education

PhD Information Security - Computer and Information Science

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
11.2018 -

Masters - Public Administration, Public Policy and Public Sector Governance

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA
Language Spoken : English, Hausa, Asante -Twi and basic Swahili

Diploma - Fingerprint, Verification, Image Quality Control

SAFRAN MORPHO

BA (Hons) - Info. Studies

UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
2009

SSSCE - undefined

KUMASI ACADEMY
2004

Skills

  • Relationship management
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Strategic planning
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Effective Organiser and Coordinator
  • Strong Interpersonal Relations
  • Results Oriented
  • Computer Literate (Microsoft word, excel, power point, SPSS, NVIVO and oracle)

Affiliations

  • Associate Fellow of Higher Education Academy, United Kingdom
  • Member, International Association for Development of the Information Society (IADIS)
  • Member, Telford Library Research Group, United Kingdom
  • Commissioner, Information Studies Students Association, University of Ghana
  • Attended several professional workshops on Local Governance, Leadership, Policy Formulation and Strategic planning

Interests

My current research interest is in teaching and researching on Identity Systems, Cybersecurity, Information Security Policies, Information Security Management and other related topics. I also have interest in e-government, local governance and decentralization.

On the social aspect, I have interest in Contemporary issues on Football, Volleyball and Basketball and Political Governance Issues

Languages

English
Advanced
akan
Fluent
Swahili
Beginner
Hausa
Fluent

Accomplishments

Currently, I have published 2 full papers as below: 1. https://www.esociety-conf.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2_ES2023_F_191_Awudu.pdf 2. https://www.thinkmind.org/index.php view=article&articleid=digital_2022_2_20_20014

Timeline

Associate Fellow - University of Strathclyde
04.2023 - Current
Tutor - University of Strathclyde
09.2020 - 09.2022
Security Officer - G4S Secure Solutions
02.2020 - Current
University of Strathclyde - PhD Information Security, Computer and Information Science
11.2018 -
Regional Head - National Identification Authority
09.2015 - 11.2018
Executive Secretary - Constitutional Draft Committee, A Welfare Association
07.2014 - 01.2015
Administrative Officer - National Identification Authority
06.2014 - 09.2015
Chairman - Sekyere South District
07.2013 - 12.2014
Local Government Councillor - Sekyere South District Assembly
12.2010 - 12.2014
Member, Finance and Administration Sub Committee - Sekyere South District Assembly
12.2010 - 12.2014
Secretary - Agona Town Council, Sekyere South District
12.2010 - 12.2014
Data Administrator- RCD/ IQC Operator - National Identification Authority
11.2010 - 06.2014
Contract Staff - National Health Insurance Authority
08.2010 - 10.2010
National Service Personnel - National Health Insurance Authority
10.2009 - 07.2010
Accounts Clerk - Pokifan Enterprise Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA - Masters, Public Administration, Public Policy and Public Sector Governance
SAFRAN MORPHO - Diploma, Fingerprint, Verification, Image Quality Control
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA - BA (Hons), Info. Studies
KUMASI ACADEMY - SSSCE,

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