What We Do

IIM Accredited Training

Overview

DEACIL is an Institute of Information Management — Africa (IIM-Africa) Accredited Training Organization specializing in pragmatic, Africa-focused capacity building for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and privacy professionals. Our programmes combine legal, technical and operational perspectives so DPOs can meet regulatory obligations, manage risk and embed privacy-by-design across organizations. To empower DPOs across Africa with practical skills, up-to-date legal knowledge and implementation tools that enable effective data protection governance, regulatory compliance and accountable information handling in line with Nigeria Data Protection Act of NDPC.



Accreditation

As an IIM-Africa Accredited Training Organization, DEACIL delivers NDPC/IIM-Africa-aligned training and accredited modules for DPO preparation and certification pathways. Our curriculum, assessment methods and trainer qualifications conform to NDPC and the Institute’s standards. DEACIL’s trainers are practicing DPOs, privacy lawyers and information governance specialists with cross-sector experience in African jurisdictions. All trainers meet IIM-Africa accreditation standards and blend theory with operational know-how.



Facilities & Learning Environment

DEACIL provides modern training facilities for classroom delivery and leverages robust online learning platforms for virtual cohorts, enabling interactivity, group work and assessed assignments. On-site corporate delivery is supported by workplace-adapted materials and implementation coaching.



Assessment, Certification

Courses include assessed components aligned with NDPC/IIM competencies. Successful participants are targeted for IIM-Africa pathways for DPO certification. We provide practice exams and one-to-one coaching for certification candidates.



Why DEACIL for DPO Training

  • IIM-Africa accreditation — recognized standards and CPD
  • Practical, tools-first approach with Africa-relevant examples
  • Expert practitioner trainers with regulatory experience
  • Flexible delivery and post-course implementation support


Contact

To discuss an accredited DPO programme, bespoke in-house training or certification pathway, contact us via:



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