Medrine Gitonga

Medrine K Gitonga is a highly accomplished Financial Risk, Climate Risk, and Enterprise Risk Manager at HFC Kenya, bringing over 11 years of extensive experience in banking, risk analytics, and financial management. In her current role, Medrine plays a pivotal part in shaping HFC Kenya’s strategic approach to risk management, with a particular focus on integrating climate risk considerations into the bank’s overall risk framework. Her expertise encompasses assessing and monitoring a broad spectrum of financial risks, including credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks, ensuring the bank maintains resilience amidst dynamic market conditions.

At HFC Kenya, Medrine leads key projects aimed at strengthening the institution’s risk governance and compliance frameworks. She has been instrumental in developing and implementing advanced stress testing models to evaluate the impact of climate-related financial risks on the bank’s portfolios, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Her work involves establishing integrated risk measurement systems that facilitate real-time monitoring of liquidity ratios, foreign exchange positions, and cash reserve ratios, thereby enhancing the bank’s ability to proactively manage emerging risks.

With a strong background in financial analysis, risk analytics, and enterprise risk management, Medrine leverages her skills in retail and corporate banking to deliver innovative solutions that mitigate risk exposure while supporting sustainable growth. Her strategic insights and hands-on approach have positioned her as a key driver in HFC Kenya’s efforts to embed climate resilience into its risk management practices, ensuring the bank remains robust and compliant in an evolving financial landscape.