Dominica Nkonge
Associate Director, Risk And Compliance
Summary
Enterprise risk and governance expert with over 20 years of leadership experience in financial services, impact investing, and non-profits. Proficient in board governance, enterprise risk oversight, ESG strategy, and regulatory compliance. Strong ability to advise senior leadership on risk appetite, internal control frameworks, sustainability transitions, and financial resilience. Currently serves as Assistant Director and Head of Risk & Compliance at FSD Africa, overseeing governance and compliance for multiple entities while reporting to the Board's Finance, Audit & Risk Committee. Previous experience includes strategic risk advisory and governance frameworks at PwC Africa, along with founding Zaza Divas International Ltd., focusing on investment governance and financial oversight.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Director, Head of Risk & Compliance
FSD Africa
01.2024 - Current
- Board Risk & Compliance Oversight: Advises the Board's Finance, Audit & Risk Committee on enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, and ESG risk strategy.
- Strengthening Internal Controls: Led policy reviews (Anti-Corruption and Anti-bribery, Code of Conduct, Risk Policy, Risk Appetite Statement) to identify gaps and enhance internal control frameworks.
- ESG & Impact Investing Governance: Guided the Board in adopting a more aggressive ESG risk appetite, aligning with green finance, energy transition, and climate risk resilience priorities.
- Investment Risk & Governance: Established risk assessment protocols for investment proposals, strengthening the Board's Investment Committee's decision-making on investment risks.
- Internal Audit Transformation: Conducted market benchmarking, developed a business case to in-house internal audit function, and secured Board approval for restructuring Internal Audit.
- Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection: Developed and implemented data protection policies to ensure compliance with local and global regulations.
- Fraud Risk Management: Developed and embedded an Anti-Fraud policy and procedure, aligning with ACFE and COSO frameworks to enhance fraud detection and prevention.
Senior Manager, Africa Advisory Risk & Quality Management
PwC Africa
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Enterprise Risk Governance: Provided strategic risk oversight across PwC's Africa Advisory business, ensuring adherence to global governance standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Board & Executive Risk Advisory: Advised senior leadership and shaped decisions on risk appetite alignment, compliance strategy, and emerging risks impacting PwC's advisory business.
- Board & Stakeholder Engagement: Advised senior executives, project acceptance committees, and governance teams on risk exposure and compliance matters in prospective and ongoing engagements.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Culture: Led risk awareness programs, compliance training, and governance workshops across multiple African markets.
Founder & Managing Director
Zaza Divas International (ZDI) Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2019
- Strategic Leadership and Visioning: Established and led an investment and wealth creation platform, overseeing governance, financial strategy, and compliance.
- Board Oversight & Governance: Established corporate governance frameworks, structured investment committees, and implemented financial accountability measures.
- Investment & Financial Oversight: Provided strategic leadership in portfolio growth, investment governance, and risk management, ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
- Capital Growth & Impact Investment: Led capital mobilization strategies, growing the investment portfolio from KES 1.5M to KES 30M, with diversified assets in real estate, stock markets, and financial securities.
- Stakeholder & Risk Management: Conducted due diligence on investment opportunities, managed stakeholder relations, and mitigated financial and operational risks.
- Entrepreneurship & Wealth Creation: Designed and facilitated financial literacy programs, empowering members with investment knowledge and wealth-building strategies.
Education
MBA - Strategic Management
USIU-Africa
BSc - Computer Science
JKUAT
Certificate - Enterprise Risk Management
Institute of Risk Management
UK 04.2001 -
Skills
Enterprise Risk Management
Certification
Certified in Financial Services Risk Management (IRM, UK)
BOARD VALUE PROPOSITION
- Strategic Governance Leader: Deep expertise in risk, ESG, and regulatory oversight.
- Financial & Compliance Expert: Strong background in financial risk management and board governance.
- Sustainability & Impact Investing Advocate: Experienced in climate finance, green investments, and ESG oversight.
- Pan-African Perspective: Governance experience across DFIs, financial institutions, and corporate sectors.
Timeline
Assistant Director, Head of Risk & Compliance
FSD Africa
01.2024 - Current
Senior Manager, Africa Advisory Risk & Quality Management
PwC Africa
01.2015 - 01.2023
Founder & Managing Director
Zaza Divas International (ZDI) Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2019
Certificate - Enterprise Risk Management
Institute of Risk Management
04.2001 -
BSc - Computer Science
JKUAT
MBA - Strategic Management
USIU-Africa
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