BRIAN BANDA
T24 Techno - Functional Consultant
Dubai,Al Nahda 2
Summary
Results-driven T24 Techno-Functional Consultant with over 10 years of industry experience, demonstrating expertise in optimizing banking technology solutions and achieving impactful outcomes. Skilled in building strategic relationships, I have successfully supported the implementation of T24 TAFJ releases with R23 as the most recent. I bring a strong track record of successful implementations and a comprehensive understanding of banking systems and operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6033
6033
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
Systems Limited MEA (Techvista)
Dubai
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Participated in implementing T24 TAFJ R23, including AA, Islamic Banking build, and TDH, ensuring successful deployment in compliance with Islamic banking standards.
- I automated pre-COB and post-COB processes using shell scripting to reduce manual intervention and enhance operational accuracy.
- Streamlined T24 release processes by managing build control and DFS Packager, improving version control, and ensuring accurate deployments.
- Maintained operational efficiency and ensured system stability for critical banking functions.
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
MCBC Consulting
Port Louis
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported the successful implementation of T24 TAFJ R20 and FCM for Bridge Bank in Ivory Coast and Senegal, ensuring alignment with client requirements and system standards.
- Led data migration and supported T24 TAFJ R20 and FCM implementation for BIS Bank in Senegal, facilitating seamless integration and operational continuity.
- Executed data migration processes on T24 TAFJ R21 for Baobab Microfinance (Senegal and Burkina Faso) and Socremo Microfinance (Mozambique), ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Deployed FCM on T24 TAFJ R18 for Swazi Bank in Eswatini and implemented FCM on T24 TAFJ R23 for Sipem Microfinance in Madagascar, enhancing anti-money laundering processes and transaction monitoring capabilities.
- Managed the on-premise upgrade of T24 TAFJ from R18 to R23 for MCB entities in Mauritius, Madagascar, and Seychelles, improving system performance and functionality.
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
Freelance Consultant
Lilongwe
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Led T24 Systems Administration and acted as Assistant Lead Technical Analyst for T24 R19 TAFJ implementation for Erste Bank Serbia, subcontracted by Targe T24 (UK) and TechMahindra (Switzerland), ensuring smooth deployment and integration.
- Provided L3 stabilization and production support consulting for Atlas Bank in Panama, subcontracted by Innocai Consultancy (Mexico), focusing on system reliability and issue resolution.
- Customized T24 R20 TAFJ Customer for FNB South Africa and supported manual testing for AA Accounts, Deposits, and Loans, subcontracted by Cahead Consulting, to enhance module functionality and ensure compliance with specifications.
- Developed functional specifications, reviewed business requirements, and managed the business classification log during the inception phase of T24 R21 TAFJ for Zain Cash Iraq, subcontracted by Byte Blanket (Dubai, UAE), facilitating a clear and structured project foundation.
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
ITSS Global
Lilongwe
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Implemented Temenos Analytics Build R19.01 for the National Bank of the Virgin Islands, enhancing data-driven insights and reporting capabilities.
- Deployed FCM on T24 TAFJ R19 for KIB in Yemen, significantly improving anti-money laundering (AML) processes and transaction monitoring.
- Customized T24 Data Warehouse (DW) module to meet regulatory and central bank compliance standards for Banco Riplay, Peru.
- Provided go-live support for T24 TAFJ R19 and initiated Financial Risk Management integration with T24 R19 for Habib Overseas Bank Ltd, South Africa, enhancing risk management frameworks.
- Initiated the implementation of Temenos Data Hub for the Bank of Kigali in Rwanda, establishing a robust data management and reporting foundation.
Core Banking Support Officer
NBS Bank Malawi
Blantyre
02.2015 - 06.2019
- Configured and customized T24 Temenos banking software to deliver tailored banking products and meet specific reporting requirements.
- Upgraded T24, AML/FCM, Data Analytics, and Financial Risk Management systems from R08 jBase/TAFC to R14 TAFJEE, improving system performance and enhancing banking operations.
- Managed database administration, maintenance, and optimization for T24 on Oracle 11g, ensuring high availability and system efficiency.
- Performed data migration using local scripts, T24 Core Data Migration Application, and data staging/cleansing processes on Microsoft SQL Server (T-SQL) to facilitate accurate and secure bank data transfers.
- Conducted detailed assessments of T24 with JBoss components, including axis2.war, browser-iris.war, BrowserWeb.war, tocfee ear, and TAFJJEE_EAR.ear to ensure seamless system integration and application performance.
Banking Applications Manager
Opportunity Bank Malawi
Lilongwe
09.2012 - 02.2015
- Managed T24 core banking resources for project and production environments, overseeing human and technical assets and collaborating with business users, project managers, and technical teams to ensure project success through planning, estimation, and status reporting.
- Developed and implemented Core Banking System Disaster Recovery (DR) Management, ensuring system resilience and continuity through comprehensive DR planning and testing.
- Led system performance optimization initiatives to enhance transaction processing speeds, improve system uptime, and support compliance with core banking application service-level agreements (SLAs).
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support end-to-end banking application deployments, ensuring timely upgrades, patches, and security compliance for risk mitigation.
Banking Systems Analyst
Opportunity Bank Malawi
Lilongwe
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Completed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for the T24 upgrade from R6 to R10 (jBase TAFC), ensuring a seamless transition and system optimization.
- Analyzed existing systems and business models, providing actionable recommendations to improve efficiency and support business objectives.
- Led ICT and business team operations, overseeing processes such as User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and the installation of new, updated, or upgraded systems to ensure alignment with business requirements.
- Collaborated with developers to design, deploy, and maintain banking products, contributing technical support, user training, and capacity-building expertise to enhance user experience and product sustainability.
IT Support Officer
Opportunity Bank Malawi
Lilongwe
02.2010 - 12.2010
- Provided technical support by troubleshooting and resolving issues of hardware, software, networks, and IT systems.
- Delivered customer service excellence by effectively communicating with end-users, addressing their concerns, and ensuring issue resolution satisfaction.
- Managed documentation and knowledge base by maintaining records of support incidents, updating knowledge articles, and tracking response and resolution metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Applications -
Assam Don Bosco University
Guwahati, Kamrap12.2017
ABMA - Professional Computing and Information
Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute
Lilongwe, Malawi12.2009
High School/Malawi School Certificate of Education -
Mthunzi Private Secondary School
Mchinji, Malawi12.2006
Skills
T24 Techno-Functional Strategy & Execution
T24 Production Support and COB Operations
T24/FCM Techno-Functional Strategy & Execution
T24 Data Migration Strategy & Execution
T24/FRM Techno-Functional Strategy & Execution
T24/Data Analytics Techno-Functional Strategy & Execution
Temenos Data Analytics and Visualization
T24 AA Accounts, Deposits, and Loans
Project Management/ITIL Change Management
JBase/info-basic/TAFJ (Design Studio IDE)
Middleware
MS SQL Server/Oracle Database (11g/12c)/PostgreSQL
SDLC/Hybrid/Agile
AWS/Azure Cloud platforms
JIRA/Confluence
Linux/UNIX/AIX/Windows
Certification
PMP PMI Certified
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/31/88
Timeline
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
Systems Limited MEA (Techvista)
12.2023 - 01.2025
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
MCBC Consulting
12.2022 - 01.2023
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
Freelance Consultant
01.2021 - 12.2022
T24 Techno-Functional Consultant
ITSS Global
09.2019 - 12.2020
Core Banking Support Officer
NBS Bank Malawi
02.2015 - 06.2019
Banking Applications Manager
Opportunity Bank Malawi
09.2012 - 02.2015
Banking Systems Analyst
Opportunity Bank Malawi
01.2011 - 08.2012
IT Support Officer
Opportunity Bank Malawi
02.2010 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Computer Applications -
Assam Don Bosco University
ABMA - Professional Computing and Information
Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute
High School/Malawi School Certificate of Education -
Mthunzi Private Secondary School