Business Continuity Manager

We are seeking a skilled Business Continuity Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is a strategic professional with a strong passion for ensuring organizational resilience. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive business continuity strategies, protecting our banking operations from potential disruptions and maintaining critical business functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP).
• Conduct risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and critical operations.
• Collaborate with various departments to design continuity strategies that ensure the organization’s ability to meet regulatory and operational obligations during disruptions.
• Facilitate regular BCP and DRP testing and simulations to assess plan effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
• Monitor emerging threats and trends, providing recommendations for proactive risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, banking standards, and industry best practices related to business continuity.
• Provide training and awareness programs to employees, ensuring they understand their roles in maintaining operational resilience.
• Serve as a primary point of contact during incidents, leading response and recovery efforts.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in business continuity or risk management, preferably in the banking or financial sector.
• Strong knowledge of banking operations and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Certification in business continuity (e.g., CBCP, MBCI) – an advantage.