JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and update business continuity plans and procedures. Ensure that all plans are tested and effective.
- Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities that could impact business operations. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
- Coordinate response to incidents that disrupt business operations. Ensure effective communication and management during incidents.
- Conduct training sessions and awareness programs for employees on business continuity practices and procedures.
- Maintain detailed records of incidents, responses, and recovery efforts. Prepare reports for senior management and stakeholders.
- Regularly review and update business continuity plans based on lessons learned from incidents and exercises.
- Ensure that the business continuity program complies with relevant regulations and standards.
- Focus on enhancing the organization's ability to withstand and recover from disruptions, ensuring long-term resilience.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in business continuity management or a related field.
- Certifications: Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or equivalent certification is advantageous
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Demonstrate ability to take initiative and proactively address potential issues before they become critical.
Key Competencies:
- Ability to engage and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
- Meticulous in planning and documentation.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Ability to develop long-term strategies for business continuity and resilience.
- Proactively identify and address potential risks and vulnerabilities.
- Commitment to building and ensuring the organization's resilience beyond just documentation.
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Overview
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
