dfcu Bank names Marsha Walusimbi new head of people, culture

KAMPALA, UGANDA — dfcu Bank has appointed Marsha Nyonyozi Walusimbi as its new chief of people and culture transformation, signaling a continued commitment to people-centered growth.

Walusimbi brings nearly two decades of experience leading human capital strategy for prominent African organizations. Her career has focused on culture transformation, talent development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.

Before joining dfcu Bank, Walusimbi held several strategic leadership roles at American Tower Corporation (ATC), including HR lead for ATC Nigeria, head of talent and DEI for ATC Africa, and head of HR for ATC Uganda. She also held key positions at Monitor Publications and Airtel Uganda.

“Marsha brings with her a wealth of experience in building empowered, high-performing workplaces that are inclusive and forward-looking,” dfcu Bank said in a statement.

Charles Mudiwa, CEO of dfcu Bank, added, “She has a deep appreciation of both global people strategies and local organizational realities, which positions her perfectly to drive our transformation agenda.”

Walusimbi has championed initiatives to elevate talent and develop future leaders throughout her career. Her work in designing mentorship and coaching programs has impacted organizational culture and employee development across various sectors.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and business administration from Makerere University and a postgraduate diploma in organizational development from the Uganda Management Institute. Walusimbi is a chartered member of the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) and an alumna of the INSEAD Developing Emerging Leaders Program.

Her leadership is expected to be pivotal as dfcu Bank continues to evolve its culture to align with its purpose-led mission, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.