Business Continuity Expert

Client of ITHR 360° CONSULTING FZE; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuwait is seeking two skilled Business Continuity Experts to enhance organizational resilience in line with ISO22301 and BCI guidelines. The role involves developing policies, conducting audits, and managing BCM programs. Candidates should have significant experience in BCM and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in BCM for Expert 1, 12 years for Expert 2.
• Mandatory certifications include CBCI and ISO22301 Lead Implementer.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document Business Continuity Policies and Programs.
• Maintain and audit Business Continuity Management program.
• Guide BCM exercises and training sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Engineering, Business, or Banking

Tools

BCM software

Job description

Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Business Continuity Experts (2 Positions) Kuwait

Location: Kuwait
Company: ITHR Tech
Start Date: Within 3 months of offer
Contract Type: Project-based (On-demand, up to 3 years)
Work Mode: Onsite
Reference: RFP-based Government Engagement

Overview:

ITHR Tech is seeking two (2) skilled Business Continuity Experts to support our strategic client in Kuwait. The candidates will play a vital role in enhancing the organizations resilience in line with ISO22301 and BCI Good Practice Guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document:

  • Business Continuity Policies and Programs

  • Business Impact Analyses (BIA)

  • Crisis Management Plans

  • Continuity Strategies & Plans

  • Threat & Risk Assessments

• Maintain and audit Business Continuity Management (BCM) program.

• Guide BCM exercises (e.g., tabletop, walkthroughs) and training sessions.

• Manage awareness programs and improve BCM software procedures.

• Participate in IT Disaster Recovery (IT DR) exercises and planning.

• Assist in BCM-related aspects of RFPs and new projects.

• Enhance IT major incident management protocols.

• Provide strategic recommendations on IT DR environments.

• Deliver guidance on compliance, risk management, and audits.

• Prepare detailed reports, documentation, and compliance evidence.

Experience Requirements:

• Business Continuity Expert 1: Minimum 8 years in BCM.

• Business Continuity Expert 2: Minimum 12 years in BCM.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelors Degree in IT, Engineering, Business, or Banking.

• Mandatory Certifications:

  • CBCI (BCI Good Practice Guide Certification)

  • ISO22301 Lead Implementer

• Preferred: ISO22301 Lead Auditor

Preferred Technical & Functional Skills:

• Familiarity with BCM software

• Strong understanding of IT systems, DR planning, and exercises

• Risk management, compliance, ITIL, and audit experience

• IT incident management capabilities

Language:

• English: Fluent (reading, writing, speaking)

• Arabic: Preferred

Personal Traits:

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Excellent planning, documentation, and presentation capabilities

• Analytical thinker with multi-tasking ability

• Able to manage end-to-end BCM lifecycles independently and collaboratively

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