Brayan Nguru Ajaly
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced strategic treasury professional with over 10 years of practical work in leading cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational change in financial services and fintech environments. Demonstrated success in managing complex projects, collaborating with senior leadership, and implementing scalable operating models across multiple countries. Possesses strong analytical skills, effective stakeholder management abilities, and a disciplined execution approach, all aligned with the goals of mission-driven organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager - Treasury & Markets
Workpay Africa Ltd
Nairobi
10.2024 - Current
- Spearheading the end-to-end treasury function across 30+ African countries, optimizing liquidity, FX rates, and cross-border payments for payroll and vendor networks.
- Structuring and executing high-value FX and MM transactions, mitigating currency exposure, and enhancing cost efficiency for corporate clients.
- Developing robust treasury sales frameworks targeting regional corporates and fintechs, improving FX margin realization, and client retention.
- Championing automation of treasury processes and digitization of client onboarding, reducing turnaround time by 35%.
- Building and managing strategic partnerships with Tier 1 banks and regional aggregators to support multi-currency disbursement infrastructure.
Treasury Manager
Faulu Microfinance Bank
Nairobi
04.2018 - 10.2024
- Led the treasury desk in structuring FX, MM, and Fixed Income portfolios, generating consistent monthly revenue growth and improved deal turnaround time.
- Negotiated and executed interbank placements and FX swaps, ensuring optimal liquidity while managing interest rate exposure.
- Advised corporate clients on hedging solutions and market entry strategies, supporting client acquisition across agribusiness, manufacturing, and logistics sectors.
- Enhanced ALM framework and drove regulatory alignment with CBK liquidity and FX guidelines.
- Represented Treasury in ALCO and Group Investment Risk Committee, providing strategic insights on macroeconomic trends and CBK policy shifts.
Treasury Dealer
Faulu Microfinance Bank
Nairobi
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Executed daily FX and Money Market trades, actively quoting rates and managing the bank's proprietary positions and client-driven deals.
- Prepared daily liquidity forecasts and developed funding strategies to meet obligations while maximizing income from surplus funds.
- Supported onboarding and pricing of DFI and corporate funding lines, negotiating terms, and ensuring alignment with capital strategy.
- Issued daily treasury pricing bulletins and market intelligence briefs, supporting relationship managers in deal origination.
- Maintained compliance with CBK FX exposure limits and CRR requirements, ensuring zero breaches during tenure.
Treasury Accountant
Faulu Microfinance Bank
Nairobi
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Posted treasury-related transactions and journal entries accurately in the core banking system, ensuring real-time reflection of cash positions.
- Followed up with counterparties on trade settlements, swiftly addressing variances and ensuring alignment with contractual terms.
- Reconciled treasury balances against financial reports, investigated discrepancies, and delivered insightful commentary on liquidity trends.
- Prepared and distributed cash flow and liquidity reports to senior management, supporting timely funding and investment decisions.
- Supported the timely and accurate preparation of statutory and regulatory reports to meet CBK and internal audit requirements.
Branch Operations
Faulu Microfinance Bank
Nairobi
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Supported in the day-to-day running of branch operations, including cash handling, queue management, and receiving and handling client queries and complaints.
Finance and Administration Officer
Nguso Weighing Services
Nairobi
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
BCom - Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Nairobi01.2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Rabwao Secondary School
01.2006
Skills
- Treasury sales strategy and execution
- FX, MM, and fixed income structuring
- Client acquisition and wallet share growth
- Cross-border payments and currency risk management
- Treasury income optimization
- Regulatory compliance and FX code adherence
- Bloomberg, T24, and treasury platforms
- Treasury risk management (liquidity, FX, IRR)
- Relationship management (FIs, DFIs, corporates)
- Leadership and team performance coaching
Websites
Languages
- English
- Kiswahili, Native
- English, Proficient
References
- Joel Mittelstadt, Meridian Partners LLP, joel@meridian.co.ke, +254 714 770 478
- Julius Ingosi Taliani, Group Financial Controller, 4G Capital, taliani78@gmail.com, +254 721 642 948
- Apollo Njoroge, Chief Operations Officer, ABC Bank, +254 713 601 107
Leadership And Governance Experience
Chairman, Board of Management, Rabwao High School, 05/01/22, Present, Overseeing institutional governance, stakeholder engagement, and policy compliance., Providing strategic leadership on infrastructure development, resource mobilization, and academic quality enhancement.
Treasury Tools And Systems
- Bloomberg Terminal
- Temenos T24
- CRM Tools
- Treasury Management Systems
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- Power BI
Certification
Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) | Association for Financial Professionals - Jan 2026.
Timeline
Senior Manager - Treasury & Markets
Workpay Africa Ltd
10.2024 - Current
Treasury Manager
Faulu Microfinance Bank
04.2018 - 10.2024
Treasury Dealer
Faulu Microfinance Bank
06.2015 - 04.2018
Treasury Accountant
Faulu Microfinance Bank
06.2014 - 06.2015
Branch Operations
Faulu Microfinance Bank
01.2013 - 06.2014
Finance and Administration Officer
Nguso Weighing Services
08.2011 - 01.2013
BCom - Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Rabwao Secondary School