Specialist - Risk & BCM

Job Role Summary

Business Continuity Management (BCM)

• Support the development and implementation of the BCM framework, in line with NCEMA guidelines and international best practices (ISO 22301).
• Conduct BCM exercises with all departments and update the BCM plans accordingly.
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) is up-to-date at all time.
• Develop and review BCM strategies and implementation plans, ensuring alignment with external agencies and compliance with corporate standards.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on the status of BCM initiatives and recommend corrective measures when necessary.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits of BCM plans, updating policies, procedures, and processes as needed.
• Support awareness and training programs for risk and BCM across the organization.

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

• Participate in risk management workshops and conduct comprehensive risk assessments to assist with identification & management of risks across the organization.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to reduce exposure and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulations (ISO 31000, ISO 22301, NCEMA) and maintain compliance documentation.
• Prepare and monitor risk dashboards and report findings to senior management for informed decision-making.
• Lead internal training sessions to ensure staff are aware of risk management best practices to promote the risk culture.
• Monitor legislative changes and update the organization’s data protection policies as needed.

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls within the General Counsel department of ES to ensure employee safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality services and a responsible environmental attitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Business Continuity & Risk Management, with proven expertise in both fields.
• Experience in performing BCM exercises, BIA including tabletop drills and full-scale simulation
• Experience working in industries such as government, manufacturing, or financial services is a plus.