Job Title: Head CIB Audit & Advisory Services
Organisation: Pearl Bank Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Internal Auditor
About Organisation:
Pearl Bank Uganda is the new name for the government-owned PostBank Uganda, which is rebranding to enhance its appeal to partners and customers while strengthening its focus on digital finance and inclusive growth. The name is inspired by the phrase “the pearl of Africa” and aims to reflect the bank’s identity as a digitally progressive and dependable institution committed to supporting Ugandan businesses and individuals. The rebranding is part of a strategic plan to become a leading indigenous commercial bank.
Job Summary: The role holder will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, independent assurance, and advisory services over the Bank’s Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) and Financial Markets (FM) portfolios. The role is responsible for evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across CIB and FM activities, while delivering forward-looking insights that support sustainable growth and regulatory compliance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Audit Leadership & Assurance
- Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan covering all CIB and FM activities
- Lead complex audits and thematic reviews across credit, operations, compliance, conduct, and technology risks
- Assess the adequacy of credit risk management frameworks, underwriting standards, portfolio monitoring, and large exposure management
- Evaluate governance arrangements, delegated authorities, and approval processes
- Provide independent assurance on adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices
- Present audit findings and insights to Executive Management and Board Audit Committee
Advisory Services
- Provide independent advisory support on new CIB and FM products, structured finance transactions, process redesign, and system enhancements
- Offer early risk input during product development and strategic initiatives
Risk & Regulatory Oversight
- Monitor regulatory developments affecting CIB and FM activities
- Engage with regulators and external auditors
Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with CIB Business Heads, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Operations
- Lead, mentor, and develop audit staff
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Relevant training in Corporate & Institutional Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Markets, Transaction Banking or Internal Audit
- Professional qualification as a chartered accountant and membership to CPA; CIA and ACCA would be an added advantage
- Minimum 10–12 years’ banking experience, with at least 5 years in Corporate & Institutional Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Markets or Internal Audit
- Demonstrated experience auditing or managing large corporate/structured finance portfolios
- Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, financial analysis, trade finance, and transaction banking operations
- Experience of interacting with senior management and board-level committees
How to Apply:
Online applications addressed to Chief People & Strategy Officer, Pearl Bank Uganda.
Send application to hr@pearlbank.com with job title as subject.
Attach: Cover letter, Detailed CV, and Copies of academic documents all as one file.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 9th April 2026
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120