Head, Risk Management

MINDSG LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Singapore is seeking a Head of Risk Management to develop and implement policies addressing operational risks. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Risk Management or related fields, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and familiarity with risk management best practices are essential. This role focuses on enhancing business resilience and compliance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in the Social Service Sector is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of risk management policies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and processes based on ORM framework.
• Analyse operational risk findings to identify operational risks.
• Recommend strategies to address operational risk exposures.
• Propose new operational risk mitigation activities.
• Determine consequences of business disruptions and propose business continuity plans.

Skills

Risk Management Policies

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Critical Thinking

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Degree and/or Diploma in Risk Management or related field

Job description

Overview

The Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS) has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs’ lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

Designation

Head, Risk Management

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and processes based on ORM framework to integrate operational risk activities within the organisation.
• Analyse operational risk findings to identify operational risk.
• Recommend strategies to address operational risk exposures.
• Propose new operational risk mitigation activities to improve risk mitigation efficiency.
• Determine consequences of business disruptions and / or crisis scenarios and propose relevant business continuity plans.
• Revise BCM framework based on new and changing regulations.
• Develop activities to exercise and test business resilience and adequacy of business continuity plans
• Oversee the conduct of operational risk assessments to identify operational risks across business units.
• Conduct periodic reviews on business units’ performance in monitoring and managing key operational risks.
• Review accuracy of operational risk assessment findings and recommend changes.
• Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of operational risk management activities.
• Work with Ops Tech department to ensure adequacy of cybersecurity controls to reduce technology risks.
• Ensure compliance with operational risk frameworks, policies and requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree and / or Diploma in Risk Management or related field

Other Information

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in the Social Service Sector is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of risk management policies and best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports.