The People Behind the Mission

Meet the Team That
Backs Every Woman

Chester Investment is only as strong as the people who show up every day — in the office, in the field, and in the community. Meet the team.

Leadership

Management Team

The people who set the vision and lead every branch with purpose and integrity.

Miss Assimwe Jennifer - CEO
Founder & CEO
Chester Investment Ltd
Miss Asimwe Jennifer
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer

Miss Asimwe Jennifer is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Chester Investment Limited. With a strong background in finance and a deep commitment to inclusive economic growth, she provides strategic leadership and oversees the institution’s governance, growth, and operational excellence.

Under her leadership, Chester Investment has strengthened its position as a fully UMRA-licensed Tier 4 Microfinance Institution, disbursing over UGX 2 Billion to more than 1,200 women and entrepreneurs. She champions a model that pairs access to capital with structured financial literacy training — ensuring clients build sustainable and resilient businesses.

"Every woman I meet has a business inside her. My responsibility is to ensure that capital and knowledge are never the reason it does not grow."
Mukono Branch Manager
Mukono Branch
Branch Manager
Ms. Bafumba Neima

Neima heads the Mukono branch with a strong focus on operational discipline, client relationship management, and portfolio quality. With over five years of hands-on experience in microfinance field operations, she leads loan officers in conducting thorough client assessments, monitoring group performance, and strengthening repayment culture. She is deeply committed to empowering women entrepreneurs in Mukono through structured financial education and consistent follow-up support. Under her leadership, the branch continues to grow sustainably while maintaining strong community trust and high client retention.

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Kireka Branch Manager
Kireka Branch
Branch Manager
Ms. Nankwanga Milly

Milly leads the Kireka branch with a results-driven and client-centered approach. With a background in community banking and small business development, she oversees branch operations, portfolio expansion, and group sustainability programs. She works closely with loan teams to ensure responsible lending practices and continuous client engagement. Passionate about financial literacy, Milly actively supports group training sessions and mentorship initiatives that help clients strengthen their businesses beyond access to credit. Her leadership has contributed to steady portfolio growth and improved repayment performance within the Kireka branch.

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Njeru Branch Manager
Njeru Branch
Branch Manager
Ms. Nabayanga Sharon .

Sharon leads the Njeru branch with a strong focus on client growth, group stability, and portfolio quality. With hands-on experience in microfinance and community-based lending, she ensures every client undergoes proper assessment, financial education, and continuous follow-up support. She is passionate about strengthening repayment culture and building long-term client relationships within the Njeru community. Under her leadership, the branch continues to expand responsibly while maintaining strong discipline and trust among its client groups.

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Njeru Branch Manager
All Branches
Operations Manager
Ms. Namukose Fatuma

Fatuma oversees operations across all Chester Investment branches, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and adherence to institutional standards. She is responsible for operational systems, internal controls, branch coordination, and service delivery excellence. With a strong execution mindset and attention to detail, she champions the “first-time-right” principle across the organization. Her leadership strengthens compliance, improves process efficiency, and supports sustainable growth across all branches.

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Our People

The Team at the Offices and Field

From loan officers who visit clients at home, to the finance team keeping everything in order — these are the people who make Chester work every single day.

Loan Officer
Kireka
Accountant Officer
Mr. Nimanya Smarts

Nimanya oversees Chester Investment’s financial management systems, including loan disbursement processing, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting. He ensures accuracy in financial records, monitors portfolio transactions, and supports compliance with UMRA guidelines and internal control standards. With a disciplined and detail-oriented approach, he safeguards the institution’s financial integrity while enabling smooth coordination between branch operations and the finance department.

Finance Officer
Finance
Finance & Accounts Officer
Mrs. Basemera Patricia

Patricia supports the institution’s financial operations through meticulous record management, client account reconciliation, and loan disbursement verification. She plays a key role in ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timely reporting across all branches. Her strong analytical skills and attention to detail contribute to maintaining clean financial systems and strengthening accountability within the organization.

Finance Officer
Finance
Finance & Accounts Officer
Ms. Nambafu Peninah

Peninah manages financial documentation, transaction tracking, and compliance reporting across branch operations. She ensures that loan processing, repayments, and client accounts are properly recorded and aligned with institutional policies. Committed to precision and efficiency, she supports the finance team in maintaining reliable financial data and reinforcing Chester Investment’s culture of transparency and accountability.

What Unites
Our Team

Every person at Chester Investment shares the same north star — building women who build Uganda.

Community First
Knowledge Before Capital
Integrity Always
Growth Together

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Our Team?

Visit us in Mukono or Kireka, Kireka , or simply call and one of our team members will guide you through starting your group application — for free.

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