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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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
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Internal Controls Officer job at DFCU Bank
DFCU Bank
Job Description
Job Title: Internal Controls Officer
Organisation: DFCU Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Manager- Internal Controls Unit
Reporting to the Manager – Internal Controls Unit the role holder will be responsible for implementing the Internal Controls work plan as assigned, to ensure the achievement of the department objectives.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Carry out timely and quality standard and ad hoc reviews as assigned, in line with the annual work plan to identify control gaps and escalate them through the appropriate Governance.
Perform controls based snap checks, reviews, revenue assurance, and exception investigations, etc. across all the key processes in Credit or Branch Distribution and alternate channels.
Liaise with the different stakeholders to analyze identified gaps and recommend effective remediation measures.
Liaise with the Risk champions to undertake risk identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting through the available tools, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Champion a healthy risk and control culture across the bank through training and awareness as well as advisory and guidance.
Timely tracking to full closure the rectification of all audit (internal and external) findings to prevent scenarios of repeat findings and overdue issues.
Perform root cause analysis for non-fraud incidents and recommend and track remedial actions.
Monitor the effective implementation of the operational risk framework i.e. loss control, incident management, BCM, IRM as per the approved risk management framework.
Prepare and deliver lessons learned from incidents and emerging control issues.
Participate in review of the policies, procedures, service level, agreements, guidelines, and process flow for branches by providing input for improvement and follow up to ensure all these documents are up to date.
Evaluate the sources of income leakages and recommend actions to close the gaps.
Participate as assigned in combined assurance reviews.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree.
3 years’ experience in a financial institution.
Professional qualification in risk management/ audit is an advantage.
Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).
An understanding of branch operations and credit processes.
Willingness to question/challenge existing processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Analytical with good attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify and engage with all stakeholders across various domains.
Effective team player.
Ability to work independently.
How to Apply
If you believe you meet the requirements as noted above, please forward your application with a detailed CV including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates, to the email address indicated below:
Deadline: 8th April 2025
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.