Chief Executive Officer, ECLOF Kenya

Esther brings over two decades of distinguished experience in strategic leadership, operational management, and transformative growth within the microfinance and financial services sectors. She has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to sustainable development, financial inclusion, and community empowerment throughout her career.

Esther’s career trajectory includes various senior management roles, most recently as Chief Operations Officer at Vision Fund Kenya. In this position, she successfully led initiatives that fostered significant portfolio growth, improved operational efficiencies through digital transformation, and built a high-performance culture dedicated to serving underserved communities.

Her expertise spans strategic planning, risk management, team leadership, and the development of customer-centric financial solutions. Esther has a proven record of accomplishment of driving growth and implementing turnaround strategies in dynamic environments, resulting in improved portfolio quality and the execution of transformative projects aligned with organizational missions.

A visionary and collaborative leader, Esther emphasizes ethical practices and community impact while leveraging technology to increase access to essential financial services. Her leadership approach is rooted in empowering teams, fostering continuous improvement, and achieving operational excellence.

Esther holds an MBA from the University of South Wales, combining her academic foundation with years of practical, hands-on experience. As the new CEO of ECLOF Kenya, she is passionate about advancing the organization’s mission to provide inclusive and impactful financial services that empower individuals and communities. Under her leadership, ECLOF Kenya is poised for new growth, enhanced operational efficiency, and a continued focus on financial sustainability.

Her appointment marks an exciting new chapter for ECLOF Kenya, and the Board of Directors are confident in her ability to lead the organization to new heights of success.