Esther Arinaitwe
@estherarinaitwe
Banking operations leader with 10 years' experience in compliance, risk management, and customer service.
What I'm looking for
I am a banker with 10 years of experience specializing in banking operations, customer relationship management, internal controls, compliance, fraud detection and prevention, and risk management.
As Head of Operations, I coordinated quality banking services across branch networks, oversaw account openings, monitored EFT, cheque and foreign clearing, and provided technical guidance to teams to drive customer retention and business growth.
In branch leadership roles I ensured strict adherence to KYC and AML policies, led operational compliance and reconciliations, investigated fraud and loss cases, and delivered on performance targets as Acting Branch Manager and Customer Service Manager.
I hold a Master of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and multiple professional certifications in regulatory compliance, risk management, cybersecurity awareness, and finance, which I apply to strengthen controls and operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Operations
Afriland First Bank Uganda Ltd
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 5 months)
Coordinated and managed provision of banking services to corporate and individual clients, improving customer mobilization, retention and cash management across the branch network; conducted compliance snap checks and oversaw EFT, cheques clearing and salary processing.
Customer Service Manager
Ecobank Uganda Ltd
Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)
Oversaw branch daily operations to deliver customer service excellence and compliance with KYC/AML and operations risk, reconciled internal accounts to maintain process accuracy and actioned audit findings to reduce bank risk.
Acting Branch Manager
Ecobank Uganda Ltd
Aug 2018 - Oct 2018 (2 months)
Led branch to achieve operational and financial targets, tracked sales/deposits/risks and managed fraud investigations, dormant accounts and branch compliance with operational policies.
Teller
Ecobank Uganda Ltd
Apr 2013 - Jan 2017 (3 years 9 months)
Processed daily cash transactions, fixed deposits, transfers and remittances, posted transactions and reconciled operational accounts to ensure daily control and audit readiness while maintaining customer relationships.
Stores and Logistics Supervisor
Nile Anchor Palace Ltd
Jul 2011 - Jul 2011 (0 months)
Supervised transport services, stock management and supplier relationships, and coordinated procurement activities to ensure timely operations support.
Banking Officer
Equity Bank Ltd
Mar 2009 - Apr 2011 (2 years 1 month)
Provided banking services to customers, managed petty cash and inventory, prepared periodic reports and reconciled accounts to maintain transactional integrity.
Call Center Advisor
MTN Uganda Ltd
Sep 2008 - Mar 2009 (6 months)
Handled customer queries and escalations, providing frontline support and ensuring timely resolution of service issues.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Makerere University
Master of Science, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Completed a Master of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management at Makerere University, focusing on procurement, supply chain strategy, and operations.
Makerere University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
Graduated with a Bachelor in Business Administration from Makerere University with coursework in finance, management, and business operations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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