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OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Guiding Vision & Strong Governance
Strong Leadership, Responsible Governance
Kaebauk’s Board of Directors provides strategic oversight and ensures the highest standards of governance, accountability, and ethical leadership. With a balance of local insight and international expertise, the Board guides the institution’s long-term vision while safeguarding its mission to promote inclusive and sustainable financial access in Timor-Leste.
Alvaro M. Amaral
Chairman of the Board
Professional Internal Auditor and management accounting expert with PhD qualification and associated with DIT; has experience on National Strategi Plan of TL-2009, and procurement and bribery control in Public Sector Funding. He is member of audit committee of Board
Angelo B.C Soares
Executive Board Member
With TRM since 2001 and high enterprising & resilient power proven during civil war in 2006/07, transformed to CEO of the first ODTI of TL with due training at Boulder-Italy, Cambodia, India, Kenya & Fiji; Truly well accepted leader of team
Mamadou Aliou Diallo
Board Member
Diallo is a seasoned IT professional, & his experience includes: – Selection & Management of vendor of Core Banking Systems. – Implementation of Core Banking Systems. – Digital Financial Services (Mobile Money, Agent Banking, Internet Banking, Mobile Banking) – Risk Management. He is Certified Expert in Risk Management from Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. – Database development. Diallo is a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate in Microsoft SQL Server (MCSA). – IT Networking: He is a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). – Full Stack Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL; C#, ASP.Net) – Mobile Application development: Android Studio – Micro Finance Operations: Product development (Savings, Loans including SMEs, insurance, risk management). – Accounting and Finance: Setting up and operating a Computerized Accounting System (MYOB). Diallo has cleared the level 1 of the CFA Program; he is pursuing the level 2 on his journey to get the CFA Designation. – Data analysis: advanced Excel, R, SPSS, designing Mobile data collections.
Neak Niporn
Board Member
Niporn Neak is a seasoned Chief Financial Officer with more than 16 years of experience in the financial services sector, specializing in strategic financial transformation, regulatory compliance, and risk management across Southeast Asia. He has built a distinguished career in the banking and microfinance industry, most notably serving as Head of Finance at LOLC (Cambodia), one of the country’s leading deposit taking microfinance institutions. Throughout his career, Niporn has led high impact initiatives in financial strategy, Financial Modeling, asset–liability management, and corporate governance, contributing to sustainable growth and operational excellence. Niporn currently serves as CFO at BOPA, where he oversees financial management, risk oversight, and internal control frameworks. Based in Phnom Penh, he plays an active governance role by participating in audit and risk committees across BOPA’s portfolio companies in Cambodia and Timor-Leste, supporting robust financial stewardship and compliance. He is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) with CPA Australia (Credential ID: 10956326) and holds an MBA in Financial Management as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance. He also participated in several trainings at the Boulder Institute of Microfinance for risk and management concentration, Corporate Governance (CG) in the banking sector entitled by IFC.
Shamim Khan
Independent Board Member
Mr. Khan currently serves as the Group Financial Controller & Business Development for JYL International in Timor-Leste. Specifically, Mr. Khan works as a Support Director and GM Operations on business strategy development and implementation of initiatives. Mr. Khan has over a decade of experience in the banking sector, being the Head of Operations for ANZ in Fiji from 2012-2013, Chief Operating Officer, ANZ Timor-Leste from 2006- 2009 & Manager Direct Banking for ANZ, Papua New Guinea from 2009- 2011 etc. For that, Mr. Khan is an expert in Leading & Managing operations team on property, leadership of electronic and business and great experience in implementing and coordinating the Core Banking system, making him great fit to joining Kaebauk Board.
Aldo Lucas Sarmento
Board Executive Assistant
Mr. Aldo joined Kaebauk in 2018 as a Human Resources Assistant and quickly rose to the role of Human Resources Officer in 2020. Throughout his five-year tenure in this capacity, he has actively contributed to the development of numerous Management and Tracking systems, streamlining HR data processes. Mr. Aldo’s approachable and humble demeanor has fostered strong relationships with staff at both Head Office and Branch levels, showcasing his unwavering commitment to understanding and meeting their needs. As of 2024 Now serving as the Board Executive Assistant, Mr. Aldo combines technical expertise with meticulous attention to detail. His youthful vigor and adept interpersonal skills contribute to our collaborative environment. Currently pursuing a degree in finance management, Mr. Aldo exemplifies our dedication to excellence at Kaebauk.
FROM STRATEGY TO EXECUTION
Leadership in Action
While the Board of Directors provides strategic direction and oversight, Kaebauk’s Management Team is responsible for translating this vision into day-to-day operations and measurable impact. Together, they ensure strong governance, operational excellence, and a shared commitment to empowering communities across Timor-Leste.