Gilbert Ambele Mwandimila
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Senior Executive with a strong track record in transforming banks from Tier-Two to Tier-One status, driving significant revenue growth and network expansion. Led comprehensive treasury operations and capital market strategies, ensuring compliance and enhancing profitability during multiple mergers and acquisitions.
Overview
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Certification
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37
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Treasury & Capital Markets
AZANIA BANK LIMITED
Dar es Salaam
03.2016 - Current
- Core member of the Executive Committee (EXCO) that successfully transitioned Azania Bank from a Tier-Two to a Tier-One Bank.
- Oversaw comprehensive treasury operations, capital market strategies, balance sheet management, annual liquidity planning, and treasury investment portfolios to optimize financial stability.
- Facilitated successful issuance of Azania Bank corporate bond named BONDI YANGU, contributing to capital market diversification.
- Expanded bank’s footprint from 10 to 60 branches, establishing bureau de change and service centres to enhance customer accessibility.
- Played a key role in conducting financial and operational due diligence during the Bank M Acquisition.
Head of Treasury
UBL BANK (TANZANIA) LIMITED
Dar es Salaam
05.2013 - 02.2016
- Contributed to senior management/Executive startup team that launched UBL Bank (T) Ltd operations in Tanzania as a greenfield subsidiary of United Bank Pakistan.
- Built Treasury Department from the ground up to meet UBL Group’s global operational and risk standards.
- Led treasury operations ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Led marketing of treasury products and participated in Executive Strategic Planning Committee.
Head of Treasury
EXIM BANK (TANZANIA) LIMITED
Dar es Salaam
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Enhanced income generation capabilities and upgraded market risk management frameworks, contributing to strategic financial stability.
- Restructured Treasury Department to align with international standards, improving compliance and operational resilience.
- Oversaw investment portfolio management aligning with bank objectives and market trends.
- Mentored treasury staff, fostering professional development and collaboration within the team.
Head of Treasury
BANK OF AFRICA (TANZANIA) LTD (formerly Eurafrican Bank (T) Ltd)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
03.2005 - 06.2012
- Joined Eurafrican Bank in 2005 as key team member that contributed to turnaround from loss-making entity to profitable institution.
- Managed Asset & Liability Committee (ALCO) functions as ALCO Secretary, fixed income investments (Government Securities), and interbank FX trading.
- Served as Secretary to ALCO and Investment Committees, managing funds from IFC and PROPARCO.
- Facilitated acquisition of Eurafrican Bank by Bank of Africa (T) Ltd, a subsidiary of Belgolaise / Fortis Bank.
- Active member of the Strategic Planning Committee, helping drive branch expansion from 2 to 16 branches.
- Provided mentorship to junior staff fostering professional development and teamwork.
Dealer
UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA LTD (subsidiary of American Express Bank)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
02.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed interbank foreign exchange deals, money market placements, and wholesale deposit pricing to optimize liquidity and funding strategies.
- Maintained full compliance with Central Bank regulation, guidelines and directives.
- Ensured daily trade and settlement processes adhered to established procedures, enhancing operational integrity.
- Maintained accurate records of dealer activities and transactions for compliance purposes.
Information Price Officer
Shoprite Checkers
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and reduce stockouts, supporting consistent customer satisfaction.
- Monitored product displays on shelves to improve customer visibility and increase product attraction. to boost visibility and attract customer attention.
- Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Supervised staff, providing guidance and training to improve performance.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
Accounts Clerk
Mkuu General Traders
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Maintained invoices and purchase orders to ensure accurate financial records.
- prepare a daily reconciliation to ensure account accuracy.
- Organized and filed documents for efficient access and streamlined record keeping.
Customer Advisor / Bank Clerk
CRDB (1996) LTD
01.1990 - 01.1999
- Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Assisted customers with inquiries about products and services.
- Collaborated with team members to improve customer service processes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in customer service and support techniques.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) / Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Dar es salaam01-2009
Postgraduate Diploma - Financial Management
Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Dar es Salaam01-2007
Associateship Diploma - Banking
Tanzania Institute of Bankers
Dae Es Salaam01-2003
Certificate - Banking
Tanzania Institute of Bankers
Dar Es Salaam01-2002
Skills
- Treasury Restructuring
- Asset & Liability Management (ALCO)
- Foreign Exchange (FX) Trading
- Money Market Operations
- Capital markets
- Portfolio Custody
- Regulatory compliance
- Regulatory Frameworks
- Risk mitigation
- Strategic Planning
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Due Diligence
- Profitability Turnarounds
- Deposit Mobilization
- Branch Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Treasury Product Development
- Bank setups
- Yield curve analysis
- EXCO leadership
- Organizational Development
- Strategic planning
Certification
- Corporate Leadership Masterclass, Ntageki Nshala International, 06/01/21
- Fund Management & Advisor Services Certification, Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), 01/01/20
- Corporate Governance & Digital Leadership, Africa Corporate Governance Advisory Services Ltd, 02/01/20
- Executive Director Leadership Program, Ntageki Nshala International, 09/01/19
- Performance Management (Balanced Scorecard), Epvate & Fortune, 07/01/19
- Securities Industry Certification, CMSA & Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, London, 10/01/18
- Certified Director (CiDir), The Institute of Directors Tanzania (IoDT), 11/01/14
- ACI Certification, Dar es Salaam, 05/01/14
- African International Banking Seminar, Standard Bank, 03/01/12
- Asset & Liability Management Workshop, Simarch, Nairobi, 08/01/10
- African International Banking Seminar, Standard Bank, 03/01/24
- Advanced Management Programme - Gaining New perspective - Module 2 27th - 31st JULY 2026
Earlier Professional Roles
- Shoprite Checkers, Information Price Officer, 01/01/01, 01/01/02
- Mkuu General Traders, Accounts Clerk, 01/01/99, 01/01/00
- CRDB (1996) LTD, Customer Advisor / Bank Clerk, 01/01/90, 01/01/99
Executive Profile - Title
SENIOR BANKING EXECUTIVE | DIRECTOR OF TREASURY & CAPITAL MARKETS
Timeline
Director of Treasury & Capital Markets
AZANIA BANK LIMITED
03.2016 - Current
Head of Treasury
UBL BANK (TANZANIA) LIMITED
05.2013 - 02.2016
Head of Treasury
EXIM BANK (TANZANIA) LIMITED
07.2012 - 05.2013
Head of Treasury
BANK OF AFRICA (TANZANIA) LTD (formerly Eurafrican Bank (T) Ltd)
03.2005 - 06.2012
Dealer
UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA LTD (subsidiary of American Express Bank)
02.2002 - 01.2005
Information Price Officer
Shoprite Checkers
01.2001 - 01.2002
Accounts Clerk
Mkuu General Traders
01.1999 - 01.2000
Customer Advisor / Bank Clerk
CRDB (1996) LTD
01.1990 - 01.1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) / Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Postgraduate Diploma - Financial Management
Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Associateship Diploma - Banking
Tanzania Institute of Bankers
Certificate - Banking
Tanzania Institute of Bankers