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Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Market Risk Analyst job at DFCU Bank
About the Organisation
DFCU Bank is a leading financial institution in Uganda dedicated to transforming lives and businesses through innovative financial solutions that drive economic growth and financial inclusion. Established in 1964 as the Development Finance Company of Uganda, the bank has grown from a development finance institution into a full-fledged commercial bank, with a significant milestone being its acquisition of Crane Bank in 2017. Recognized for its strong financial performance, customer service excellence, and digital banking innovations, dfcu Bank has received multiple industry awards and remains a trusted partner for individuals, SMEs, and corporate clients.
The bank fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that emphasizes integrity, customer focus, innovation, teamwork, and excellence, offering employees professional growth, career advancement opportunities, and competitive benefits. With a strong presence across Uganda through an extensive network of branches, ATMs, and digital banking services, dfcu Bank continuously invests in technology to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
Committed to corporate social responsibility, the bank actively supports financial literacy programs, women empowerment initiatives, environmental sustainability efforts, and youth entrepreneurship. Headquartered at 26 Kyadondo Road, Kampala, Uganda, dfcu Bank remains a key driver of financial empowerment and economic development in the country. For more information
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Market Risk Analyst job at DFCU Bank
DFCU Bank
Job Description
Job Title: Market Risk Analyst
Company: DFCU Bank
Reports to: Head of Market Risk Management
Location: Head Office
Job Summary:
DFCU Bank is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Market Risk Analyst to join its Risk Management team. Reporting to the Head of Market Risk Management, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and monitoring of market risk activities. This includes delivering high-quality risk reporting, supporting the risk control environment, and ensuring compliance with internal market risk frameworks.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Ensure timely and accurate submission of daily market risk exposure reports, including clear and insightful commentary to support management decision-making.
Periodically review processes and procedures in the Global Financial Markets (GFM) and back-office operations, recommending enhancements to strengthen controls.
Support GFM by conducting product risk assessments and recommending mitigating controls for new, existing, or complex financial products and trades.
Enforce compliance with market risk policies and standards, in alignment with the bank’s risk management framework.
Contribute to the development and periodic review of market risk appetite and limit-setting processes.
Investigate market risk limit breaches, escalate issues in line with policy, and provide management with the necessary insights for informed action.
Prepare monthly market risk reports for the Management Asset and Liability Committee (ALCO) and the Risk and Compliance Committee (RISCO).
Provide input into the Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) and integrated stress testing related to market risk.
Offer expert risk advisory support to business units to optimize risk exposure.
Review monthly reconciliations of all Treasury suspense accounts and fixed income positions, ensuring prompt resolution of discrepancies.
Collaborate with the Operational Risk team in conducting risk assurance reviews and regular Risk Control Assessments (RCAs) of the GFM function.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, or a related field from a recognized institution.
ACI Operations Certificate is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a financial institution, with at least 2 years in Treasury or Financial Markets.
Deep understanding of treasury products, including their full life cycles, and solid knowledge of money market instruments, investment products, derivatives, and foreign exchange.
Strong analytical abilities and advanced Excel skills.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of handling multiple tasks effectively.
Strong team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to perform under pressure.
High ethical standards and attention to detail.
Numerically proficient with a meticulous approach to data analysis.
How to Apply
If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply online through the following link:👉 https://careers.dfcugroup.com
Navigate to “Career Opportunities” to begin your application. (We recommend using Google Chrome for optimal performance.)
Application Deadline: Wednesday, 25th June 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
