BCP consultant -Manager, Operational Resilience - Qatar (Onsite)

arab solutions; Doha; On-site; QAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Arab Solutions is seeking a seasoned BCP consultant - Manager, Operational Resilience onsite in Qatar for a 6-month engagement. The role drives the BCM program, disaster recovery, crisis management, and continuity planning across the organization.

You will lead risk assessments, coordinate with stakeholders, maintain data backup plans, and ensure resilience standards. Experience of 5+ years in BCM/OR, strong communication, and ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in BCM/Operational Resilience.
• Proven ability to lead crisis management and disaster recovery initiatives.
• Strong risk assessment and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an organization-wide BCM framework and program across all divisions.
• Manage crisis management procedures during disruptions, activating recovery plans and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain data backup and recovery plans, including backup sites outside Qatar.
• Ensure primary and backup sites meet resilience, availability, and operational standards.
• Establish and maintain effective cross-divisional communication for timely issue resolution.
• Act as the key contact for BCM and DR-related queries from divisions and employees.

Skills

BCM/Oper Resilience

Crisis Management

Disaster Recovery

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Interdependencies

Job description

Job Role: BCP consultant - Manager, Operational Resilience

Experience: 5+ years

Location: Qatar (Onsite)

Contract Duration: 6 months

Role Objective:

The Manager, Operational Resilience will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing the organization’s Business Continuity Management Program. The role will ensure that appropriate processes, frameworks, and plans are in place to enable the organization to effectively respond to and recover from business disruptions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an organization-wide Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework and program covering disaster recovery, business recovery, and emergency response requirements across all divisions.


• Manage crisis management procedures during business disruptions, including activation of recovery plans, restoration of critical operations, and coordination with relevant managers and stakeholders.


• Develop and maintain data backup and recovery plans, including the selection and assessment of backup sites for various divisions and entities, including those located outside Qatar.


• Ensure that primary and backup sites meet required resilience, availability, and operational standards.


• Establish and maintain effective communication with all interdependent divisions across the organization to ensure timely identification and resolution of business continuity issues.


• Act as the key point of contact for business continuity and disaster recovery-related queries from divisions and employees.


• Identify and assess interdependencies between different business divisions and activities, particularly during crisis situations.


• Conduct risk assessments and identify potential business continuity risks and vulnerabilities as required.


• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective implementation and maintenance of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.


• Support the organization in maintaining its readiness to respond to and recover from business interruptions, emergencies, and crisis events.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Business Continuity Management and Operational Resilience.


• Experience in Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery, and Business Recovery.


• Strong risk assessment and business impact analysis capabilities.


• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.


• Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple business divisions.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Ability to manage critical situations and coordinate recovery activities under pressure.


• Knowledge of business continuity frameworks, policies, procedures, and industry best practices.