Bank Windhoek has appointed Deolinda Shikalepo as its Head of Procurement, effective 1 January 2026, as the lender moves to strengthen procurement governance and enhance operational efficiency.
The bank said the appointment reflects Shikalepo’s extensive experience and strategic leadership in procurement across multiple industries, including financial services, manufacturing and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG).
Shikalepo brings more than a decade of procurement experience, spanning contract management, compliance oversight, supplier relations and tender administration. Over the course of her career, she has progressed from operational roles into senior leadership positions, where she managed high-value contracts and implemented cost-efficiency initiatives.
In her new role, she will be responsible for guiding Bank Windhoek’s procurement strategy, governance framework and policy implementation. Her mandate includes ensuring procurement processes remain transparent, ethical and aligned with the bank’s broader strategic objectives, while overseeing sourcing activities, regulatory compliance and supplier relationship management.
The bank said Shikalepo is expected to play a key role in strengthening procurement as a strategic function that supports organisational performance and long-term value creation.
Shikalepo is currently pursuing a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Commercial and Technology Law and holds qualifications in both procurement and law. She aims to position procurement as a value-adding function through collaborative leadership focused on accountability, compliance, supplier development and operational efficiency.
