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Job Summary

Job Title:
Head of Risk
Employer:
KCB Bank Uganda
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Wednesday, 22 April 2026

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KCB Bank Uganda is a leading financial institution dedicated to providing innovative banking solutions that empower individuals, businesses, and communities to achieve their financial goals. Known for its strong reputation and a legacy of excellence in customer service, KCB Bank Uganda is recognized for its commitment to driving economic growth and financial inclusion across Uganda. The bank fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture that encourages employee development, inclusivity, and professional growth, offering competitive benefits and opportunities to work in various roles, from banking operations to digital innovation. With a strong presence in Uganda since 1997, the bank has evolved into a key player in the Ugandan banking sector, constantly adapting to meet the needs of an increasingly digital economy. KCB Bank Uganda’s business model focuses on providing accessible and personalized financial services, from retail banking to corporate solutions, while leveraging technology to enhance service delivery and customer experience. The bank operates across a wide network of branches and digital platforms, ensuring easy access to banking services for both urban and rural customers. Guided by core values of integrity, customer-centricity, teamwork, and excellence, KCB Bank Uganda is dedicated to corporate social responsibility, supporting various initiatives focused on education, health, financial literacy, and community empowerment.

Full-time

Deadline: 

22 Apr 2026

Head of Risk Job at KCB Bank Uganda

KCB Bank Uganda

Job Description

Oversee identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of all key risks — credit, market, liquidity, operational, IT/cyber, ESG, compliance, and strategic.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the Bank’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework, policies, and procedures in line with Bank of Uganda regulations and Basel principles.
  • Define and implement the risk appetite and tolerance levels, ensuring alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives and capital adequacy.
  • Oversee identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of all key risks — credit, market, liquidity, operational, IT/cyber, ESG, compliance, and strategic.
  • Provide independent oversight of credit risk across origination, portfolio management, and recovery, ensuring sound credit quality and provisioning.
  • Monitor market and liquidity risks, supporting ALCO in maintaining balance sheet stability and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee operational risk management, including incident tracking, business continuity, information/ cyber security, and internal control effectiveness.
  • Ensure full compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements, serving as the primary liaison with the Bank of Uganda on risk matters.
  • Deliver comprehensive and timely risk reports to the Board Risk Management Committee (BRMC), Country Management Team (CMT) and Management Risk Committee (MRC), highlighting key exposures and mitigation actions.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing risk management team, fostering a strong risk-aware culture across the bank.
  • Contribute strategically to business growth, product innovation, and digital transformation, ensuring all initiatives align with the approved risk appetite.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV. 

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Deadline: 22nd April 2026 

Note: Qualified candidates with disability are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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