dfcu Bank has appointed Hope Lorna Nakhayenze as its new Chief Risk Officer, with her tenure set to begin on March 1, 2025. In this capacity, she will oversee the bank’s risk management strategies under the guidance of the Board Risk Committee.
Bringing over 17 years of experience in risk management, internal controls, and compliance, Nakhayenze is a seasoned professional in the financial sector. She holds the designation of Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and is a Treasurer under the Association of Corporate Treasurers. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Makerere University.
According to a statement from dfcu Bank, her role will involve formulating and implementing a risk management framework to assess, monitor, and mitigate financial and non-financial risks. She will also play a crucial role in defining the bank’s risk appetite to align with its long-term strategic objectives.
The bank emphasized her extensive expertise in finance, corporate treasury, audit assurance, and management consulting, highlighting her strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
Before joining dfcu Bank, Nakhayenze held key leadership roles in risk management, including serving as Head of Risk & Internal Control at Ecobank Uganda Limited and Head of Risk at I&M Bank (Uganda) Limited, where she was also a Board Member of the Provident Fund. Her career trajectory includes notable positions at Stanbic Bank, Barclays Bank, Hima Cement, and AH Consulting.
Her appointment underscores dfcu Bank’s commitment to strengthening its risk management framework and ensuring robust governance in an increasingly complex financial landscape.
