Dennis Kodjo Adzie
Accra
Summary
To develop and maintain a high volume of excellence in a vision-oriented establishment while pursuing good teamwork through the utilization of my experiences. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Officer, Research and Monitoring
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2016 - Current
- The inspection of premises proposed for gaming activities and recommend for approval
- Routine night monitoring to the Casinos to inspect; licences, books, surveillance logs, movement of cash within, into and outside the gaming facility, games control and integrity verifications of the slot machines to ensure standard and strict compliance of the gaming Act 2006, Act 721
- Monitor various media networks for companies who are not in compliance with the advertising guidelines and report for necessary action to be taken
- Inspect and supervise promotional draws across the country (i.e
- Text and win promotions and any other promotional draw as directed by the Commissioner.)
- Inspect all slot machines, to ensure the machines have been approved for use and transportation throughout the country
- Investigate and resolve gaming disputes and also conduct other investigations as required
- Member of the Commission’s Advertising Committee
- Member of the Commission’s Welfare Committee
- Set up the Kumasi office to supervise and monitor gaming activities in the Ashanti and Brong Ahafo regions in 2017
- Set up the Tamale office to supervise and monitor gaming activities in the Northern, Upper East and Upper West, regions in 2018
- Undertake any other function as directed by the Commissioner
Acting Research and Monitoring officer
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Conducted internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated the delivery of reports on all operators in accordance with deadlines.
- Assisted with developing policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards related to monitoring activities.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from monitoring activities for senior management review.
- Investigated complaints relating to breaches in monitoring protocols or procedures.
Inspector
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2007 - 12.2014
- Monitoring the state of play in a consistent and diligent manner, and recording table and player results
Pit Boss
Star World Casino
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Matching Float and Table requirements
- Recording table and player results
- Remedying equipment failure and staff difficulties, and reporting and eliminating potential security violations
- Co-ordination of all staff effort through the maintenance of stringent security standards and ensuring good customer service
- Monitoring the state of play in a consistent and diligent manner
- Played the role of a mentor to the staff
Inspector
Black Caesar Casino
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Monitoring the state of play in a consistent and diligent manner, and recording table and player results
Dealer (Croupier) – Poker, Black Jack, Roulette
Star World Casino
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Control the flow of the game while handling the bets that are made on it
- (i.e
- Operating the casino games for customers.)
Education
Senior secondary school Certificate Examination (SSSCE) -
Tema Secondary School
01.1999
Basic education Certificate Examination (BECE) -
Mexico ''2'' Junior Secondary School
08.1996
Skills
- Analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Organizational Leadership
Timeline
Principal Officer, Research and Monitoring
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2016 - Current
Acting Research and Monitoring officer
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2014 - 12.2014
Inspector
Gaming Commission of Ghana
01.2007 - 12.2014
Pit Boss
Star World Casino
01.2006 - 12.2008
Inspector
Black Caesar Casino
01.2004 - 12.2006
Dealer (Croupier) – Poker, Black Jack, Roulette
Star World Casino
01.2001 - 12.2004
Senior secondary school Certificate Examination (SSSCE) -
Tema Secondary School
Basic education Certificate Examination (BECE) -
Mexico ''2'' Junior Secondary School
Workshopsandseminars
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Risk Assessment Workshop for AML/CFT, 2016
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Pre-Assessment Training for AML/CFT, 2016
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Risk Assessment, 2014
Hometown
Kedzi, Volta Region
Contactaddress
Gaming Commission of Ghana
PMB 195
KIA, Accra
(+233) 244 723 688
References
- MR. EMMANUEL SIISI QUAINOO, COMMISSIONER – 2014 To 2016, Gaming Commission of Ghana, +233 271311041, esiisiq2000@yahoo.com
- MR. FELIX QUARSHIE, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, +233 244605299
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Football
- Movies
- Reading
Training
- UNLV International Centre For Gaming Regulation, Fundamentals of Gaming Regulation, 2019
- Hunan International Business Vocational College, Training Course on Two-oriented Society Construction for Developing Countries, 2017
- GIABA, National Pre-Assessment Training For AML/TFC Stakeholders, 2015
- Training Force Park Town (South Africa), Recognize and Report Customer Cheat Moves in a Casino Environment, 2014
- Training Force (South Africa), Compliance in a Casino Environment, 2014
- Know Your Player: iGaming Fraud & Compliance Day 2024
Languages
- English
- Ewe
- Twi
- Fante
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/15/79
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
Workshopsandseminars
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Risk Assessment Workshop for AML/CFT, 2016
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Pre-Assessment Training for AML/CFT, 2016
- IMF (World Bank) & FIC, Ghana, National Risk Assessment, 2014
Hometown
Kedzi, Volta Region
References
- MR. EMMANUEL SIISI QUAINOO, COMMISSIONER – 2014 To 2016, Gaming Commission of Ghana, +233 271311041, esiisiq2000@yahoo.com
- MR. FELIX QUARSHIE, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, +233 244605299
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Football
- Movies
- Reading
Training
- UNLV International Centre For Gaming Regulation, Fundamentals of Gaming Regulation, 2019
- Hunan International Business Vocational College, Training Course on two-Oriented Society Construction for Developing Countries, 2017
- GIABA, National Pre-Assessment Training For AML/TFC Stakeholders, 2015
- Training Force Park Town (South Africa), Recognize and Report Customer Cheat Moves in a Casino Environment, 2014
- Training Force (South Africa), Compliance in a Casino Environment, 2014
Languages
- English
- Ewe
- Twi
- Fante
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