Specialist: Risk & Business Continuity

BCX Zambia; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Manager to implement robust risk frameworks and business continuity strategies. This role involves managing risk identification, contributing to the development of strategic plans, and fostering a risk-aware culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to design effective risk monitoring tools. Join a dynamic team that values strategic thinking and impactful contributions, and help drive the organization towards its objectives while ensuring a secure operational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in risk management and business continuity.
• Experience in the ICT industry would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic, tactical, and operational risk identification and mitigation.
• Design and develop risk dashboards for continuous monitoring of risks.

Skills

Business Continuity Planning

Impactful Communication

Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Risk Management

Education

NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma in Finance or Risk/Compliance Management

NQF 4: Grade 12

Job description

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Date: 17 Apr 2025

Location: Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Company: BCXP

Business unit, Department, Reporting

Business Unit CFO Department Risk, Legal & Compliance Job grade/level S5

Core Description

To implement the BCX Risk, including Business Continuity, frameworks and business requirements to minimise risk exposures and optimise business performance.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Contribute towards the development of the strategic plan including the identification of operational milestones that drive the company to achieve its strategic objectives.
• Responsible for the management of strategic, tactical and operational risk identification and mitigation.
• Contribute to development and documentation of BCP.
• Contribute to the management of the annual BCP test plan.
• Follow up on outdated BCPs and anomalies noted in plans.
• Oversee, develop, and maintain training and awareness materials in support of business.
• Contribute towards continuous initiatives to mature the function and embed a risk intelligent culture in the company.
• Design and develop risk dashboards and other tools to support the continuous monitoring of risks.
• Co-ordinate reporting and insights from dashboards for company reporting requirements.
  
  

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

Business Continuity Planning

Impactful Communication

Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Risk Management

Core Behavioural Competencies

Job Match

Writing and Reporting

Planning & Organising

Persuading and Influencing

Entrepreneurial & Commercial thinking

Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations

Minimum Qualifications

NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Finance or Risk/Compliance Management

OR NQF 4: Grade 12

Experience

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

• Minimum of five (5) years’ working experience in a risk management and business continuity environment.
  
  

OR

• Seven (7) years working experience in a risk management and business continuity environment.
• Experience in the ICT industry would be advantageous.
  
  

Certifications

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Span of Control

0

Level of Engagement Engagement will all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

Valid Drivers license

Ability to work extended /long hours as and when required

Workplace / Physical Requirements

Hybrid Remote Worker

Non-Billable

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