dfcu Bank Limited has appointed Ms. Kate K. Kiiza (pictured) as its Executive Director, effective August 7, 2023.
Ms. Kiiza replaces William Sekabembe who retired from the bank recently.
For the last 8 years, Kate has served as the Chief Financial Officer of dfcu Bank Limited.
Her career spans over 25 years’ experience in Finance, Management, and Business Leadership within the Financial Services Industry and downstream Oil Marketing.
Prior to joining dfcu Bank Limited, she was Chief Financial Officer at United Bank of Africa, Shell Uganda Limited, and Vivo Energy Uganda Limited. Her expertise lies not only in her strong strategic orientation and commercial awareness, but also in her notable stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Speaking on Ms. Kiiza’s appointment as Executive Director, Board Chair Dr. Winifred Tarinyeba Kiryabwire remarked, “The Board is pleased to have a seasoned financial professional and dedicated female leader step into this role.”
Ms. Kiiza is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (FCCA) and member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Makerere University, a testament to her academic prowess and dedication to continuous learning.
“As Ms. Kiiza takes on this new role, dfcu Bank extends its utmost support and well-wishes for her continued success. Her appointment not only reflects her personal achievements but also represents a significant stride in promoting gender diversity and leadership in the banking industry,” the bank says in a statement.
