World Bank Internship
Contributed to a World Bank-backed initiative modernizing informal savings networks (Njangi) through fintech solutions, digital payment integration, and large-scale data collection optimization.
Role
IT Support Specialist Assistant
Category
Financial Technology & IT Infrastructure
Company
World Bank / Social Broker / AFD
Optimizing Financial Technology & Data Infrastructure
At the core of my role was ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of IT infrastructure supporting large-scale financial transactions and digital inclusion initiatives. I focused on real-time data synchronization, system scalability, and cloud-driven performance optimization."
Performance
• Designed and implemented data synchronization pipelines using SQL databases to ensure real-time processing of financial transactions
• Maintained cloud-hosted financial systems, ensuring 99.99% uptime for financial disbursements and real-time data monitoring.
• Optimized IT systems to support a growing number of users while ensuring compliance with international financial security standards.
Secure & Scalable Financial Transactions
Adapted digital payment solutions for seamless cross-platform access, allowing smooth transactions on both mobile and desktop environments. Integrated biometric authentication and secure API-driven financial workflows to enhance user security and accessibility.
🌍 Bringing Financial Inclusion to the Digital Era
Modernizing traditional savings networks required secure digital solutions to ensure reliable financial transactions for thousands of participants. My role focused on cloud-based data management, digital payment integration, and system security to drive efficiency and trust in the microfinance ecosystem.
Secure Transactions & Scalable Data Systems
To support real-time financial transactions, I implemented cloud-based database synchronization and mobile payment integrations (Orange Money, MTN Mobile Money), improving transaction speed and security across multiple financial platforms.
🔗 Strengthening Data Security & Accessibility
Handling financial data in a high-risk environment required advanced security measures. I helped deploy AES-256 encryption, developed real-time fraud detection, and optimized digital payment tracking, reducing fraud by 30% and enhancing transparency in fund disbursement.
Technical Support & Financial Operations
By providing Level 2 & 3 IT support for field agents, I helped ensure smooth data collection, financial disbursement tracking, and real-time reporting, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions backed by accurate digital insights.
